Blogs written by our Doctors of Physical Therapy to help you decrease your pain, overcome injuries, and improve your health and fitness.

Lately we’ve seen a ton of people with tennis elbow — and nope, you don’t need to play tennis to get it. CrossFitters, golfers, desk workers… all dealing with that nagging pain on the outside of the elbow. The good news? It’s common, it’s fixable, and it doesn’t mean you have to stop working out. In Part 1, I’m breaking down what it is, why it happens, and what NOT to do if you want it gone.

Rucking — walking with a weighted vest — has exploded in popularity, especially among women worried about bone density. But does it actually work? At Made 2 Move in Mount Pleasant and Daniel Island, we work with women every day who want to build strength, prevent osteoporosis, and stay active for life. In this blog, we break down what science really says about women’s strength training, bone density, and weighted vests — and why strength and jump training are still the most p

Shoulder pain is one of the most common complaints among active adults — and one of the most frustrating.

Most runners think of physical therapy only after something goes wrong — a nagging knee, a sore Achilles, or a race-ending injury. But what if physical therapy could help you avoid those issues in the first place? What if it could actually help you run stronger, smoother, and with more confidence?

Physical therapy is a hands-on, movement-based healthcare discipline designed to help people improve function, reduce pain, and return to the activities they care about most.

Think you have to stop running because of knee pain? Think again. This blog breaks down the exact 4-step system we use with runners at our Mount Pleasant and Daniel Island clinics to get them out of pain — without rest, fear, or starting over. If you’re stuck in the pain → rest → pain cycle, this is your way out.

Shoulder pain is the #1 issue we see in CrossFit athletes around Mount Pleasant and Daniel Island — and it’s no surprise. CrossFit demands a ton from your shoulders, often before they’re ready. If you're dealing with pain or want to prevent it, the key is building strict shoulder strength and managing your training volume. Here's how to fix it and stay in the gym for the long haul.

“I hurt my foot a few weeks ago and took a break from running. I’m feeling better now, so is it okay to start running again?” Try our 3-step process—and if you need help, that’s exactly what we do. But if you’re dealing with pain, tightness, or pinching in the front of your hips—especially during movements like squats, lunges, or step-ups—more stretching is rarely the long-term solution.

Pain in the front of your hip doesn’t mean you’re broken. It doesn’t mean you should stop squatting. And it definitely doesn’t mean stretching is the only option. Try our 3-step process—and if you need help, that’s exactly what we do. But if you’re dealing with pain, tightness, or pinching in the front of your hips—especially during movements like squats, lunges, or step-ups—more stretching is rarely the long-term solution.