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Author Archives: JD Fields, PT, DPT, OCS, CERT DN

Jul292021
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When Can I Return to Sport/Activity?

Physical TherapyBy JD Fields, PT, DPT, OCS, CERT DNJuly 29, 2021

When Can I Return to My Sport/Activity? Whether you are participating in a highly competitive sport league or having fun with friends, activities are important to you and your overall health. However, injuries happen all the time that could limit your ability to participate. Many of you may even undergo orthopedic procedures or attend physical…

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Jul82019
Physical Therapy

Don’t Let an Ankle Sprain Keep You From Moving

Physical TherapyBy JD Fields, PT, DPT, OCS, CERT DNJuly 8, 2019

Don’t Let an Ankle Sprain Keep You From Moving by JD Fields, DPT, OCS AZOPT Glendale Clinic Manager One of the more common injuries we encounter at AZOPT is ankle sprains. Most think ankle sprains only can happen during sports or high-level activity, but in truth, these occur more regularly during normal daily and recreational…

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Aug172017
Physical Therapy

Lumbar and Thoracic Stretches – VIDEO

Physical TherapyBy JD Fields, PT, DPT, OCS, CERT DNAugust 17, 2017

To register for Stop Back Pain NOW Workshop, please click here. Description of stretches: Trunk rotations Start by standing tall with your arms together and out in front of you Swing one of your arms like you are opening the page of a book, keeping the other pointed straight forward Go as far as you…

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Jul122017
Physical Therapy

Static Lower Body Stretches – VIDEO

Physical TherapyBy JD Fields, PT, DPT, OCS, CERT DNJuly 12, 2017

Static Lower Body Stretches Description of stretches Half kneeling hip flexor stretch Begin by placing one knee on a soft surface or a pad with your opposite foot positioned forward on the floor Lunge your weight forward until a mild/moderate stretch is felt on the hip that is down on the mat Hold for 20…

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Jun282017
Physical Therapy

Why Our Joints Pop, Click, Crack and Make Noise

Physical TherapyBy JD Fields, PT, DPT, OCS, CERT DNJune 28, 2017

Why Do Our Joints Pop, Click, Crack and Make Noise? By JD Fields, DPT, Cert DN AZOPT Glendale Clinic Manager and Physical Therapist Have you ever noticed your joint popping, clicking, cracking, or making some other type of noise? I commonly hear this symptom described in my physical therapy evaluations. Naturally, it is very concerning…

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May262017
Physical Therapy

Patient of the Month

Physical TherapyBy JD Fields, PT, DPT, OCS, CERT DNMay 26, 2017

AZOPT’s Patient of the Month Mike had been training for months to prepare for a triathlon with his family. One day, after a vigorous ramp up to his training, he experienced significant pain in his right knee. Overuse injuries are common in athletes from the increased stress being placed on their body. Mike was in need…

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Nov222016
Physical Therapy

Using Manual Therapy and Exercise to Achieve Results

Physical TherapyBy JD Fields, PT, DPT, OCS, CERT DNNovember 22, 2016

Using Manual Therapy and Exercise to Achieve Results By JD Fields, DPT AZOPT Goodyear Physical Therapist As physical therapists, we utilize an individualized mixture of manual therapy and exercise to treat and get you moving better. Throughout the day, I am often asked why I may perform a certain technique or why the patient has…

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Nov112016
Physical Therapy

Get Rid of Your Headaches

Physical TherapyBy JD Fields, PT, DPT, OCS, CERT DNNovember 11, 2016

Physical Therapy Treatment of Headaches by JD Fields, DPT AZOPT Goodyear Physical Therapist Most of us have experienced a headache at some point in our lives.  We also know a person who suffers from chronic headaches that affect many aspects of their day.  This is a very common condition that can be present for numerous…

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