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Vail-Summit Physical Therapy is here to move you forward! Our team is dedicated to educating patients and empowering them to actively participate in their care. The VSPT blog offers the latest physical, occupational, and speech therapy tips, news, and education. Read on!
Managing Scar Tissue After Surgery: Why Rehab Matters as Much as the Operation Itself
When you’re facing surgery, it’s natural to see the operation as the defining step toward recovery. Surgery repairs what’s broken,...
15 hours ago2 min read
Mind-Body Connection: How Mental Health Shapes Your Physical Therapy Journey
At Vail-Summit Physical Therapy (VSPT) , we know healing isn’t just physical, it’s personal. Recovery from injury isn’t only about...
Aug 13 min read
Preventing Surgery: Physical Therapy as a First-Line Treatment for Back Pain
Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical care—and one of the most misunderstood. While surgery may be necessary in...
Jul 12 min read
Preventing Injuries in Young Athletes: The Role of Physical Therapy in Youth Sports
Youth sports are an incredible way for kids and teens to stay active, build confidence, and develop lifelong habits. But as competition...
Jun 13 min read
Top 5 Reasons Prehab Should Be Part of Your Surgical Plan
If you’re preparing for surgery, you’ve likely heard about the importance of post-op rehabilitation. But what about prehab therapy?...
Mar 13 min read
When Should You See a Physical Therapist? Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
Whether you’re recovering from an injury, dealing with chronic pain, or noticing limitations in your mobility, physical therapy can play...
Jan 12 min read
Chronic Headache Treatment at Vail-Summit Physical Therapy
Have you ever felt the relentless pounding of a headache that just won't quit? Chronic headaches can be debilitating, impacting your...
Jul 1, 20242 min read
Navigating Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) manifests as brief episodes of acute vertigo triggered by specific head movements affecting the
May 3, 20242 min read
Vestibular Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy
Vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT) is a form of physical therapy that treats vestibular disorders that can impact your balance and caus
Jun 28, 20232 min read
Pre and Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Physical therapy before and after surgery helps optimize results and facilitates a quick, complete recovery.
Apr 8, 20232 min read
Do I Need Custom Sole Orthotics?
In certain cases, patients at Vail-Summit Physical Therapy suffering from for foot and leg pain can find relief with from custom orthotics.
Mar 25, 20232 min read
Sports and Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
Vail-Summit Physical Therapy provides sports rehabilitation and sports physical therapy for Colorado’s high-country community.
Mar 11, 20232 min read
Physical Therapy and Sport Rehabilitation in Eagle County
Expert physical therapy, sports rehab, and surgical rehabilitation are available to the active Eagle County, Colorado community!
Jan 27, 20232 min read
Manual and Manipulative Treatment
The addition of manual and manipulative treatment to a therapy treatment plan addresses underlying mobility issues and reduces pain.
Jan 7, 20232 min read
Do I Need Craniosacral Therapy?
Craniosacral massage and cranial therapy rely on non-invasive use of very gentle fingertip pressure to along the cranium, neck, and back.
Nov 19, 20222 min read
What Is Involved in Lymphedema Treatment
Vail-Summit Physical Therapy offers lymphedema management for patients with a diagnosis of lymphedema.
Sep 10, 20222 min read
When to Seek Neurological Rehabilitation
For effective neurorehabilitation and neurological physical therapy, patients can rely on Vail-Summit Physical Therapy.
Aug 6, 20222 min read
Help For Balance and Fall Prevention
Vail-Summit Physical Therapy has highly trained providers who specialize in physical therapy for balance. Learn more about balance and fall
Jul 30, 20222 min read
What Is Therapeutic Cupping?
The purpose of physical therapy cupping is to restore movement, reduce pain, and improve the patient’s quality of life.
Jul 16, 20222 min read
How to Manage a Concussion
Without proper treatment, the symptoms of a concussion can persist and continue impacting the patient’s quality of life or daily functions.
Jun 25, 20223 min read
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