Each year, to no surprise, the most popular New Year’s resolution is to improve one’s health and get in better shape. How do you succeed with this resolution? What are the keys to getting started, and more importantly, maintaining that focus throughout the year to stay in shape? Here are 5 tips to help you…
11 Practical Water Safety Tips for Kids It is about that time of year again when the temperatures outside are blazing hot in Arizona! In Arizona, this is the time of year temperatures begin to blaze and many families “escape the heat” by engaging in water play or swimming activities in pools, lakes, or local…
We are so thankful for the many provider offices who participated in our 12th edition of the AZOPT & Kids Place Pumpkin Challenge. This has been a challenging year, and we truly appreciate the fun and exciting distraction. You truly blew us away with your artistic creativity. Everyone who participated is a winner – because the…
Recently, the Federal Government and State of Arizona made changes to allow virtual visits for physical, occupational, and speech therapy. While all of our clinics will remain open, we will be scheduling patients virtually who wish to take additional safety precautions. What is a Virtual Visit (Telehealth/E-Visit)? A virtual visit is an opportunity to connect…
In our 11th edition of the AZOPT & Kids Place Pumpkin Challenge, we tested the creativity of the amazing provider offices who participated. And wow – what awesome results! Smaller pumpkins are definitely more challenging! Everyone who participated is a winner – because the kiddos who voted truly enjoyed seeing your creations! Thank you to all!…
AZOPT/Fury Family Health and Fitness Day By Teri Roberts, DPT, PCS Owner and Pediatric Physical Therapist To register for the 7th Annual Family Health and Fitness Day, click here! As a physical therapist, and more importantly, a mom, one of my highest priority items for my children and the children I treat is living a…
My #SuccessStory by Layne S. Layne is an active, busy, and care-giving 62 year old woman who enjoys golf, photography, walking her dogs, and was just starting to learn Pickle ball. Her husband was a couple months removed from getting much of his life back after completing an intensive physical therapy program called Big and Loud,…
What is Direct Access to Physical Therapy? By Ryann Roberts, DPT, Owner Arizona Orthopedic Physical Therapy (AZOPT) It is beneficial for you to receive physical therapy first – before other types of interventions like surgeries or injections. Physical therapists not only reduce pain and improve function, but we provide long-term solutions at a significantly lower…
