If you spend most of your day at a desk, chances are you've felt it before. The tight neck at the end of the day. The shoulders that seem to creep toward your ears. The low back that starts feeling stiff halfway through the afternoon. Many people assume this is just...
If you’ve been lifting for any length of time, you’ve probably felt it at least once… you’re in the middle of a squat or deadlift and something in your low back grabs. Not necessarily severe, but enough to make you rack the bar and immediately wonder if you just did...
When people come into the clinic with knee pain, hip discomfort, or even low back issues, they’re often surprised when the first place we look is their feet. But it’s something we assess often. The way your feet and ankles move, stabilize, and absorb force plays a...
It usually starts the same way… you wake up with pain in your lower back that shoots into your hip or down your leg. It’s uncomfortable, maybe a little alarming, and definitely not something you want to ignore. So you do what most people do, you google it. And before...
Holiday travel is exciting, but long car rides, crowded airports, and hours of sitting can leave your body feeling stiff, sore, and fatigued. Whether you’re driving across North Dakota or flying out of Fargo’s Hector International Airport, it’s common to experience...
Summer is a season full of movement: road trips, hiking, gardening, and backyard BBQs. But all those activities can take a toll on your back, especially if you’re not paying attention to posture and core strength. At Bodyworks Physical Therapy in Fargo, we want to...
Headaches can be more than just an annoyance, they can disrupt your workday, interfere with sleep, and keep you from doing the things you love. While medications may provide temporary relief, they don’t always address the root cause of the problem. That’s where...
Spending hours at your desk can take a toll on your neck and shoulders, often leading to neck pain that disrupts your workday. Whether you’re hunched over a computer, looking down at your phone, or just holding tension in your upper body, neck pain is a common issue...
As the weather warms up and the days grow longer, it’s natural to want to jump back into outdoor activities. Whether you’re hitting the trails, starting your garden, or dusting off your sports gear, spring brings renewed energy—but it also comes with an increased risk...
If you’ve ever experienced lower back, hip, or leg pain, you may have heard of the sacroiliac (SI) joint. But what exactly is it, and why does it matter? The SI joint plays a crucial role in movement and stability, and when it’s not functioning properly, it can lead...