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Forget construction; even desk jobs can be hazardous to your health! Cynthia Simmons, a physical therapist with Bon Secours In Motion Physical Therapy and Sports Performance, recently went on WAVY TV to discuss “workplace ergonomics.” While the subject may sound archaic, work ergonomics is, according to Simmons, easily described as “the study of making the […]READ MORE

A preliminary study is suggesting that kids who specialize in one sport may be setting themselves up for more injuries. Researchers examined 154 young athletes (average age 13) involved in a variety of sports. Of the 154 athletes, 85 had been treated for sports injuries and 69 were there to receive physicals. The study, presented […]READ MORE

Omega-3’s are polyunsaturated fatty acids obtained from a variety of foods, such as cold-water oily fish, flaxseed, walnuts, and canola oil. Because they cannot be synthesized by the body they must be obtained from dietary sources and fall into the category of essential fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids can decrease risk of heart disease and […]READ MORE

Omega-3’s are polyunsaturated fatty acids obtained from a variety of foods, such as cold-water oily fish, flaxseed, walnuts, and canola oil. Because they cannot be synthesized by the body they must be obtained from dietary sources and fall into the category of essential fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids can decrease risk of heart disease and […]READ MORE

Stiffness in the lumbar region of the spine is one of the most frequent causes of back pain and discomfort. When it comes to back stiffness, heat treatments can be a very effective home remedy. Heat helps stretch the soft tissues and muscles in your back by promoting blood flow. Increased blood flow in the […]READ MORE

Thank you to everyone who voted for Bon Secours In Motion Physical Therapy in the Virginian Pilot’s Best Of competition! We are happy to announce that In Motion won 1st place in eight of the nine Hampton Roads cities! We are now entering the Best of the Best competition, in which the physical therapy clinics […]READ MORE

In a cruel twist of fate, the month of May manages to be both National Burger Month and National Salad Month. While some people may view this as a meal showdown (fast food vs. healthy food, high caloric vs. low caloric, unhealthy vs. healthy), we’re here to remind you that you can celebrate both without […]READ MORE

Summer shouldn’t just be for the kids! Make this summer YOUR summer and let Bon Secours In Motion Sports Performance help you feel better about the shape you are in. Our certified athletic trainers and strength and conditioning coaches will tailor a plan specifically for you. They’ll keep you motivated to achieve your personal fitness […]READ MORE

Baseball player Scott Podsednik stole 35 bases with the Royals and the Dodgers last season, but it’s now May and he has yet to take a Major League at-bat this year. Sports Illustrated wonders when Podsednik will return to form- if ever. Why? Plantar faciitis. This some-what mysterious but incredibly agonizing foot inflammation has sidelined […]READ MORE

Baseball player Scott Podsednik stole 35 bases with the Royals and the Dodgers last season, but it’s now May and he has yet to take a Major League at-bat this year. Sports Illustrated wonders when Podsednik will return to form- if ever. Why? Plantar faciitis. This some-what mysterious but incredibly agonizing foot inflammation has sidelined […]READ MORE