The Simply Physio Blog

Straight answers on pain, recovery, and staying active.

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01

10 Signs You Might Benefit from Physical Therapy

Persistent pain, poor balance, or trouble with daily tasks: here’s how to know when it’s time.

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02

What Causes TMJ Pain? The Five Drivers Behind Almost Every Case

A night guard, Botox, or massage alone rarely fixes TMJ pain for good. The five real drivers behind almost every case.

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03

Why Standard Physical Therapy Fails EDS & Hypermobility Patients, and What Works Instead

Why does standard physical therapy fail EDS and hypermobility patients? What a whole-system approach looks like instead.

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04

SHK 037: "From Nerves to Victory - Pro Pickleball Tips with Chris Karges"

Pro pickleball player Chris Karges shares tips on leveling up your game and overcoming nerves on the Stay Healthy Knoxville podcast.

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05

553+ Five-Star Reviews: Why Patients Trust Simply Physio

553+ five-star reviews from real Knoxville patients who avoided surgery and got their active lives back.

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06

Best of Knoxville 2023 Winner: Simply Physio's Award-Winning Care

What being voted Best of Knoxville in 2023 means, and how our approach to active adults 45+ earned it.

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07

Best Physical Therapy in Knoxville, TN: Our Specialized Care

When surgery feels like the only option, Simply Physio offers a conservative-first alternative.

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08

Best Physical Therapy Clinic for TMJ and Headaches in Knoxville, TN

Looking for TMJ and headache treatment in Knoxville, TN? Here's why patients trust Simply Physio for lasting relief.

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09

Bear Hold Exercises

How to do the bear hold, a simple crawling-position exercise that builds real core strength.

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10

Knee Arthritis Exercises to Avoid

Not all movement is safe for an arthritic knee. Here's what to skip and what to try instead.

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11

Prone Cobra: A Simple Exercise Guide

A step-by-step guide to the no-equipment exercise that undoes desk-and-phone posture.

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12

The Anterior Chain: What It Is, Why It Matters

Tight hips, a tired lower back, posture that won't behave: it might trace back to your anterior chain.

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13

Dry Needling for Sciatica

How dry needling helps relieve sciatica by releasing the muscles pressing on the sciatic nerve.

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14

Manual Therapy Techniques: Helping You Move Freely

More than a glorified massage: what hands-on therapy actually does and the techniques we use.

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15

Types of Athletic Tape: What They're For

Rigid tape, kinesiology tape, Leukotape, and more: what each type does and when it actually helps.

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16

Can Tight Calves Cause Back Pain?

How tight calf muscles can quietly contribute to lower back pain through the ankle-hip-spine chain.

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17

The Dangers of Cupping: What You Need to Know Before You Try It

Maybe you’ve seen the round, red circles on Olympic swimmers or heard a friend rave about how cupping “pulled the pain out.” It’s hard to ignore how…

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18

Why Head and Spine Injuries Are Way More Serious

Why do head and spine injuries deserve extra caution? What makes them different from a typical sprain or strain.

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19

How to Relieve Shoulder Pain from Pitching

Your shoulder does a lot of work every time you throw. Here's what's going on when it starts to hurt, and how to fix it.

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20

Dynamic Calf Stretch

Tight calves before a run? Learn a simple dynamic calf stretch that warms up the muscle better than a static hold.

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21

Physical Therapy for Sciatica

What causes sciatica and how physical therapy finds and fixes the real source of nerve pain.

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22

Mindfulness Exercises for Anxiety

Simple, no-gear-required exercises to calm your mind, and how physical tension feeds anxiety.

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23

What Happens When Dry Needling Hits a Nerve?

Dry needling is safe, but a needle can occasionally touch a nerve. Here's what that feels like and what to do.

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24

What Is Vestibular Therapy?

What is vestibular therapy, and how can it help with dizziness, vertigo, and balance issues? Here's what to know.

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25

What Is Dry Needling? Your Complete Guide

Your complete guide to dry needling: how it works, what it treats, what it feels like, and what to expect at your visit.

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26

Pulley Injuries

What a finger pulley injury is, common causes in climbing and lifting, and how to heal it right.

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27

How to Relieve Hip Pain While Sleeping

Nothing wrecks a good night's sleep like hip pain that sets in the moment you lie down. Here's what's actually causing it, and what helps.

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28

Forearm Muscle Strain?

Typing, gripping, lifting: your forearm does more than you realize, until a strain makes every one of those tasks hurt.

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29

Is Telehealth PT a Good Option for Post-Surgery Rehabilitation?

After surgery, rehabilitation plays a crucial role in restoring mobility, strength, and overall function.

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30

What Is tPRF Therapy? A Non-Invasive Solution for Chronic Pain

Chronic pain affects over 20% of adults globally and often proves resistant to conventional treatments such as medications or surgery.

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31

TOS or Carpal Tunnel: Why Accurate Diagnosis Matters



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Tendinitis Symptoms: Look Beyond Overuse as a Cause



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33

Hidden Injuries from Car Accidents: Why You Shouldn't Skip Physical Therapy

Many people believe they're fine after a car accident, only to discover an injury weeks later. Here's what to watch for.

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34

Common Causes of Neck Pain and How Physical Therapy Can Address Them

Muscle strain, injury, degenerative disc disease, nerve compression, and posture: common causes and treatments.

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35

Effective Exercises for Parkinson’s Patients to Improve Mobility and Strength

Strength, flexibility, balance, and aerobic exercise all play a role in managing Parkinson's disease.

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36

Reducing Swelling After Knee Surgery: Tips and Techniques

Why swelling happens after knee surgery, and the strategies that actually speed recovery.

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37

How Poor Posture Contributes to Headaches: PT Strategies for Relief

Headaches aren't always about stress or dehydration. Misalignment is often a significant, overlooked contributor.

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38

Effective Physical Therapy Approaches for TMJ Disorders and Jaw Pain Relief

How physical therapy helps manage TMJ disorders through manual therapy, exercise, and posture correction.

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Understanding the Importance of Physical Therapy After Joint Replacement Surgery



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Understanding Chronic Headache Physical Therapy: Benefits and Insights



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Preventing Common Sports Injuries With Physical Therapy Techniques



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42

Enhancing Sleep Quality Through Physical Therapy Techniques

How physical therapy techniques can help improve sleep quality when chronic pain is getting in the way.

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43

How Physical Therapy Can Help Manage Arthritis Symptoms Naturally

A non-invasive, drug-free approach to reducing arthritis pain and rebuilding mobility.

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44

How Physical Therapy Improves Posture and Reduces Back Pain

Poor posture and persistent back pain go hand in hand. Here's how a real evaluation gets to the root of both.

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45

The Benefits of Dry Needling in Physical Therapy Treatments

What dry needling actually does, which conditions it helps, and what to expect during a session.

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46

The Importance of Physical Therapy for Workplace Injuries

Motor vehicle accidents (MVAs) can lead to various physical injuries, from minor strains to severe trauma.

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47

10 Signs You Might Benefit from Physical Therapy

Persistent pain, poor balance, or trouble with daily tasks: here's how to know when it's time.

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48

How Physical Therapy Helps with Balance and Fall Prevention

Falls are a public health issue, not just a personal one. Here's how physical therapy addresses balance before it becomes a fall.

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49

The Truth Behind ACL Popping Sensations: Should You Be Worried?

A knee pop doesn't always mean an ACL tear. Here's how to tell the difference, and when to get it checked.

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50

Why Does My Head Hurt When I Wake Up?

Why does your head hurt when you wake up? Common causes of morning headaches and how physical therapy can help.

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51

Can Stress Cause Vertigo and Dizziness?

How stress triggers vertigo and dizziness, and how vestibular therapy helps.

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52

Can Anxiety Cause Dizziness?

How anxiety triggers dizziness through hyperventilation, heart rate changes, and muscle tension.

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53

How Simply Physio Can Help With Vestibular Migraines

Vestibular migraines bring on dizziness and vertigo that can derail daily life. Here's our approach to treating them.

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54

What Causes Waking Up with Ear Fullness and Dizziness?

From BPPV to Meniere's disease to sinus pressure: what could be behind morning ear fullness and dizziness.

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55

Why Does My Jaw Hurt on One Side?

Why does your jaw hurt on one side? A look at common TMJ causes and how physical therapy can relieve the pain.

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56

SHK-36: "Tech Neck" with Dr. Rasmus Dyhr

Chiropractic physician Dr. Rasmus Dyhr breaks down "tech neck": what it is, what causes it, and how to avoid it.

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57

How Long Does Dry Needling Last?

What to expect from your first session to your last: how many treatments you'll need, and how to make the results stick.

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58

Why Do I Feel Worse After Dry Needling?

Feeling worse after dry needling? Here's why post-treatment soreness happens and when it typically resolves.

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59

Can You Hit a Nerve While Dry Needling?

How dry needling works, and how rare, but possible, it is to hit a nerve during treatment.

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60

How Effective is Dry Needling?

Dry needling is an effective technique for relieving pain, deactivating trigger points and improving function.

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61

What Is Better Than Dry Needling?

Is there something better than dry needling? A comparison of dry needling, acupuncture, and other pain-relief options.

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What Should You Not Do After Dry Needling?

What should you avoid after a dry needling session? Simple aftercare tips to help you recover and feel your best.

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63

Acupuncture Vs Dry Needling

Are you struggling with pain and not sure which technique is best for you?

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Dry Needling Vs Massage

There is an ongoing competition between two popular musculoskeletal pain relief methods: dry needling and massage.

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65

Dry Needling Vs Trigger Points

Physical therapists commonly combine dry needling with other manual techniques to address myofascial pain.

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66

Will Dry Needling Help Hip Bursitis?

Will dry needling help hip bursitis? Here's how this technique can fit into an effective treatment plan.

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Will Dry Needling Help Lower Back Pain?

Will dry needling help lower back pain? A look at how it works and where it fits into treatment.

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Will Dry Needling Help Tennis Elbow?

Will dry needling help tennis elbow? How this technique can support recovery from overuse elbow pain.

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69

Dry Needling When Pregnant

If you are pregnant and experiencing pain or stiffness in your muscles, dry needling can be an effective treatment option.

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Will Dry Needling Help Sciatica?

Will dry needling help sciatica? Here's how it can help relieve nerve pain running down your leg.

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Will Dry Needling Help Piriformis Syndrome?

Will dry needling help piriformis syndrome? How this technique can help relieve deep hip and glute pain.

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What Does Dry Needling Feel Like?

Wondering what dry needling feels like? Here's an honest breakdown of the sensation, from the initial twitch to how it fades.

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What Is Dry Needling Good For?

What is dry needling good for? Here's a rundown of the conditions and symptoms it treats most effectively.

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What Is Dry Needling in Physical Therapy?

What is dry needling in physical therapy, and how does it fit into a broader treatment plan? Here's the breakdown.

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Will Dry Needling Help Plantar Fasciitis?

Will dry needling help plantar fasciitis? How this technique can relieve stubborn heel and foot pain.

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What Does Dry Needling Help?

What conditions does dry needling help with? A look at the muscle and pain issues this technique addresses.

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What Is Dry Needling Used For?

What is dry needling used for? A look at the pain and mobility issues this technique commonly treats.

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How is Dry Needling Different From Acupuncture?

Both practices are widely considered effective at relieving pain, discomfort and tension; however, their approaches differ.

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How Does Dry Needling Release Trigger Points?

Dry needling is a non-invasive, pain relieving treatment that utilizes solid filament needles to release myofascial trigger points.

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What Dry Needling Does

What does dry needling actually do to your muscles? Here's how it relieves pain and restores mobility.

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How Does Dry Needling Help Plantar Fasciitis?

Dry needling is a treatment technique used to release myofascial trigger points, which are knots in muscles that may cause discomfort elsewhere.

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Can Dry Needling Help Tendonitis?

How dry needling targets the trigger points and inflammation behind tendonitis.

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Can Dry Needling Make Pain Worse?

Why the twitch response and mild post-treatment soreness are normal, not a red flag.

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84

Dry Needling For Pain Management

Dry needling, when performed by a trained and licensed practitioner, is a safe and efficient treatment for pain.

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85

Can Dry Needling Cause Diarrhea?

Diarrhea isn't a typical dry needling side effect. Here's what actually happens after treatment.

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Can Dry Needling Help Plantar Fasciitis?

How dry needling targets trigger points in the plantar fascia to relieve heel pain.

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How Does Dry Needling Therapy Work?

Dry needling is a non-drug, minimally invasive technique that promotes healing after injury, increases mobility and reduces pain.

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Can Dry Needling Help Sciatica?

How trigger points, including in the glutes, can mimic sciatica, and how dry needling helps.

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Can Dry Needling Cause Headaches? (Or Help Relieve Them?)

How the upper trapezius, suboccipital muscles, and SCM contribute to headaches, and how dry needling helps.

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Can Dry Needling Cause More Pain?

What dry needling actually feels like, and why brief soreness afterward is normal.

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How Dry Needling is Done

Dry needling is a treatment that uses a fine needle to relieve pain, reduce inflammation and promote healing in your body.

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Can Dry Needling Cause Nerve Damage?

When performed correctly by a trained therapist, dry needling carries very low risk of nerve damage.

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93

SHK 35: "Head and Neck Cancer" with Dr. Quinn Dunlap

ENT physician Dr. Quinn Dunlap gives a crash course on head and neck cancer on the Stay Healthy Knoxville podcast.

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Episode 11: Therapeutic Reflexology, Thermography, and Detoxification with Carrie Wagner

Carrie Wagner joins the podcast to talk reflexology and detoxification.

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SHK 024: "Solving TMJ and Jaw Pain" with Dr. John-Mark and Dr. Nathan Chesney

A dentist and a PT break down what causes TMJ pain and where to start treating it.

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SHK 026: "Breathing: Transform Your Health Through Breath Practices" with Zack Kramer

How breath practice improves your mental and physical health.

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SHK 027: "Solving Hearing Loss" with Dr. Jameson Mattingly

An ENT breaks down the types, causes, and treatments for hearing loss.

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SHK 025: "Reclaim Your Gut and Digestive Health" with Emily Kopek

The crucial steps for optimizing gut and digestive health.

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SHK 029: "Sinus Infections" with Dr. Stephen Wheless

An ENT shares pro tips for acute and chronic sinusitis.

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SHK 030: "Tips for Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis" with Dr. Tonya Baker

A rheumatologist explains the real differences between rheumatoid and osteoarthritis.

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SHK 033: "Dental Management of Sleep Apnea and TMD with Dr. Talia Nutting"

How dental appliances can help manage sleep apnea and TMD.

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SHK 032: "Not Getting Good Rest? Overcoming Sleep Apnea with Dr. Joe White"

Why over 30% of people have some form of sleep apnea, and many don't know it.

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103

SHK 031: "Busting Fitness Myths" with Austin Gilbert

A personal trainer separates fitness fact from fiction.

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104

SHK 034: "Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy in Direct Primary Care Medicine with Dr. Luke Howell"

What osteopathic manipulative therapy is and how it fits into direct primary care.

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105

SHK 23: "Let's Play Pickle Ball" with Lee Martin

Dr. John-Mark talks pickleball with top regional player and instructor Lee Martin on the Stay Healthy Knoxville podcast.

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106

SHK 22: Conquer your Allergies with Dr. Nick Panella

Dr. John-Mark talks East Tennessee allergy season with ENT specialist Dr. Nick Panella on the Stay Healthy Knoxville podcast.

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107

SHK-028: "Pro Tips for the Simple Athlete" with Dr. Kevin Sprouse

Sports medicine physician Dr. Kevin Sprouse shares pro tips on sleep, nutrition, and recovery for everyday active people.

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108

Pickleball Elbow or Tennis Elbow Not Getting Better?

Why lateral elbow pain lingers, and a physical therapist's tips for a full recovery.

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109

Improve Your Pickleball Serve By Adding Power and Speed

Where power in your serve actually comes from, and how to build it without breaking your form.

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How to Prevent, Treat, and Recover From Pickleball Tennis Elbow

Elbow pain can sideline you from more than just pickleball. Here's what's actually going on, and how to fix it.

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111

How to Fix Sciatica and Get Back to Health

Sciatica isn't a condition on its own: it's a symptom. Here's what's actually causing it, and how physical therapy treats it.

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112

The 4 Benefits of Strength Training for Healthy Life Years

What the research says about strength training and aging: muscle loss, diabetes risk, bone density, and balance.

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113

Can Physical Therapy Cure My Vertigo?

What causes vertigo, including BPPV, and how the Epley maneuver and vestibular rehab help.

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114

How Can I Improve My Balance With Physical Therapy?

Balance problems can be treated to decrease your fall risk. Here's how the evaluation and treatment process works.

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115

Top 4 Knee Injury Prevention Tips for Playing Pickleball

The 4 most common pickleball knee injuries, why they happen, and how to prevent them.

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How to Play Pickleball Without Hurting Yourself

Tips for continuing to play pickleball as you get older, without ending up in physical therapy for the wrong reasons.

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117

Fitness Over 50: 8 Tips That Will Set You Up for Success

Turning 50 doesn't mean you can't stay fit. Here's how to change your approach to activity, not avoid it.

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118

Back Pain From Traveling: 9 Tips for Your Next Road Trip

Lumbar support, driving posture, and smart packing: 9 tips to reduce back pain on your next trip.

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119

5 Best Physical Therapy Exercises to Relieve Knee Pain

What causes knee pain without an injury, and 5 exercises, quad sets to mini-squats, to start relieving it at home.

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120

Top 5 Tips For Fixing Sciatica

In Knoxville, the Simply Physio clinic has been inundated over the last week by people suffering from back pain.

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121

Sciatica and 5 Reasons Why Your Back is Flaring Up

The five most common causes of sciatica and what the pain actually feels like.

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122

Trigger Points and Muscle Knots Can Wreck Your Life (and the Top Tip to Solve Them)

What causes trigger points, how to identify them, and the difference between temporary relief and a real fix.

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123

Pickleball: 4 Most Common Injuries and the Secret Recovery Trick

Ankle, Achilles, wrist and shoulder injuries, and why RICE isn't your best recovery plan.

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124

3 Things We Do Every Day That Cause Neck Pain

How you watch TV, carry your bag, and sleep at night: three everyday habits behind a lot of neck pain, plus simple fixes.

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125

Is Your Night-time Routine The Reason For Your Neck Pain?

Two pillows and a phone before bed might be doing more damage to your neck than you think.

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126

Why Knee Pain Gets Worse When You Exercise, and How to Ease It

Why does knee pain get worse when you exercise? Common causes and how physical therapy can help you ease it.

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127

3 Things You Could Be Doing That Make Knee Pain Worse

Your shoes, how you sit, and how much you rest could all be quietly making your knee pain worse.

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128

Sciatica and Back Pain: When Do I Use Ice? And When Do I Use Heat?

The simple rule for when to ice and when to apply heat for sciatica and back pain.

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129

3 Things That Cause Sciatica and Back Pain

Bad diet, missing flexibility work, and an old mattress: three everyday habits quietly making sciatica and back pain worse.

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130

I Didn't Realize My Balance Was That Bad

The signs of declining balance are often subtle, until they aren't. Here's what to watch for.

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Episode 21: Getting Your ZZZ's: Better Sleep with Darryl Simmons

Darryl Simmons talks about sleep and finding the right mattress.

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132

The Three Critical Components to Optimize Your Balance and Prevent Another Fall

Your balance depends on three systems working together. Here's what they are and how to strengthen them.

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Episode 20: Stronger Bones, Stronger You with Dee Matchett

Dee Matchett talks about improving bone health through osteogenic loading.

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134

Need Toilet Paper? . . . And a PT's Secrets to Solving Low Back Pain

Dr. John-Mark joined a podcast to share a physical therapist's secrets for solving back pain.

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135

Love or Lockdown?

A timely reflection Dr. John-Mark shared during the early days of the Coronavirus crisis.

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136

Stuck at Home, Hurting or in Pain?

How virtual physical therapy visits work, who they're a good fit for, and what to expect from a telehealth session.

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137

Now is the Time to Invest

We pride ourselves in putting the CARE back in health-care.

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138

Episode 19: A Physical Therapist's Secrets to Solving Neck Pain and Headaches with Dr. John-Mark Chesney

Dr. John-Mark shares his best advice for solving neck pain and headaches.

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139

Episode 18: Sexual Wellness with Dr. Debra Durst

Dr. Debra Durst discusses sexual wellness and aging.

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140

Episode 17: A Physical Therapist's Secrets to Solving Low Back Pain with Dr. John-Mark Chesney

Dr. John-Mark shares his own best advice for solving lingering low back pain.

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141

Episode 16: Low Carb Diet, Keto Diet, and Intermittent Fasting with Dr. Mark McColl

Dr. Mark McColl returns to talk diet, nutrition, and intermittent fasting.

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Episode 15: Moving More Confidently with Kris Evans

Yoga instructor Kris Evans talks about moving more confidently through yoga.

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143

Employee of the Year

A one-year look back at Simply Physio's very first employee and the difference she made.

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144

The #1 Best Thing I Have Going On

A personal note from Dr. John-Mark on the leap of faith behind starting Simply Physio, and the wife who made it possible.

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145

Episode 14: Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, and Stressful Life Changes with Daniel Park and Nic Nicaud

Developing emotional intelligence and managing stress during big life changes.

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146

Episode 13: Barre Fitness with Katy Richardson

Neighborhood Barre founder Katy Richardson talks boutique fitness in Knoxville.

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147

Can Physical Therapy Help Your Headache? Take This Quiz

A 4-question quiz to find out if your headaches start in your neck, plus a real recovery story.

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Episode 12: Reversing Diabetes and Metabolic Disease with Dr. Randy Pardue

Dr. Randy Pardue discusses reversing diabetes and metabolic disease through diet and lifestyle change.

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149

Episode 10: Take Control Of Your Tap Water with Daniel Rochat

Water expert Daniel Rochat joins the podcast to talk tap water quality and filtration options.

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150

Episode 9: Fitness After 40 with Andrew Henderson

Personal training expert Andrew Henderson joins Dr. John-Mark to talk exercise, nutrition, and staying motivated as you age.

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151

The ONE Thing That Makes Sciatica Worse (and What to Do About It)

Sciatica pain gets worse doing one specific thing. Here's what it is, a real patient story, and 3 tips.

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152

DIY Almond Milk: A Staple for Our Family

A simple, additive-free homemade almond milk recipe, no fancy equipment needed.

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153

Don’t Treat Back Pain with a Band-Aid

Painkillers and rest only mask back pain. Here's why finding the real cause is the only way to actually heal.

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154

Why Stretching Doesn't Always Help

Why doesn't stretching always help with pain or tightness? What your body might actually need instead.

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155

Arthritis? Not to Worry

An arthritis diagnosis doesn't have to mean pain and inactivity. Here's what arthritis really is.

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Episode 6: Exercise Myths You Shouldn't Believe with Ingrid Duncan

Ingrid Duncan busts common exercise myths.

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157

Episode 5: Benefits of Essential Oils with Julie Callis

Young Living Platinum leader Julie Callis joins Dr. John-Mark on the Stay Healthy Knoxville podcast to talk essential oils in daily life.

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158

Favorites of 2018

A look back at a year of building Simply Physio from the ground up, from Founder Dr. John-Mark Chesney.

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Episode 4: Chesney Family Dentistry with Dr. Nathan Chesney

Dr. Nathan Chesney talks dental health and cosmetic dentistry.

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160

Why Aches and Pains Feel Worse in Winter

Why do aches and pains feel worse in winter? The real reasons cold weather affects joint and muscle pain.

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Episode 3: Pacceka Massage Meditations with Reggie White

Reggie White talks massage and meditation.

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162

Episode 2: Trinity Direct Primary Care with Dr. Mark McColl

Dr. Mark McColl explains direct primary care and how it works.

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163

Episode 1: What Is Stay Healthy Knoxville?

Dr. John-Mark introduces the podcast: a resource for anyone who wants to live a healthier, more active life.

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164

Do I Really Need an MRI?

What research on asymptomatic spines reveals about MRIs, and when getting one early actually makes sense.

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165

Staying Hydrated: Tips, Tricks, and the Secret Benefit

Signs of dehydration, practical tips to drink more water, and why staying hydrated matters for healing.

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166

Flat Feet? No Problem: Fix Your Foundation

A weak arch can throw off your knees, hips, and back. Here's how the "short foot" exercise helps rebuild it.

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167

Public Parks in Knoxville You Can Enjoy With Friends and Family

From splash pads to riverside trails, local favorites worth staying active in.

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168

What's Stopping You from Making Healthy Habits? One Simple Solution

Struggling to build healthy habits? Here's one simple, sustainable approach that actually sticks.

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169

5 Very Useful Secrets About Staying Hydrated

How much water your body really needs, why the kind of water matters, and how caffeine changes the equation.

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Should I Be Worried That My Knee Pops and Clicks?

An occasional knee pop or click is usually nothing. Here's how to tell when it's a warning sign, and 3 simple tips.

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