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Check out what’s happening at Atlantis Fyzical Therapy: Your mother was right when she told you to stand up straight. Good posture al means better health. We are all guilty of picking up bad habits whether it is the way we sit at the computer, use our phones, pick up objects, and how we sleep. Check […]

Hamstring Injuries are Most Common in Sports with Sudden Stops and Starts The body has three muscles (collectively known as the hamstring) in the back of the thigh that can be injured, with the most common cause being participation in sports and athletic endeavors. The hamstring muscle allows people to extend the hip and bend […]

Turns out your mother was right. Standing up straight IS good for you. If you have been a patient at Atlantis Fyzical Therapy and Balance Center there are two things you will always hear us say; the first is Move and the second is Good Posture is Important. Good posture, however, is easier said than […]

Check out what’s happening this month at Atlantis Fyzical Therapy: It’s that time of year again to vote for Best Physical Therapy Center and Best Knee Center in the South Bay. The Reader’s Choice Awards is celebrating 31 years and is sponsored by the Daily Breeze and Beach Reporter. Voting is open through May 8th. We […]

If you sprained your ankle, you are not alone. In fact, it is one of the most common injuries that occur among people of all ages and activity levels. An ankle sprain occurs when the strong ligaments that support the ankle stretch beyond their limits and tear. The severity of a sprain can vary greatly […]

If you suffer from knee pain it can affect your quality of life and every day activities. In 2018, a study in American Family Physician found approximately 25% of U.S. adults suffer from knee pain, with the prevalence of the condition skyrocketing 65% over the past 20 years alone. Many people are surprised to learn that knee […]

Check out the latest news and tips from Atlantis Fyzical Therapy. We are always here to help you! Many are aware that falls are the leading cause of injury in adults aged 65 years or older. But, many are not aware that balance issues are also related to cognitive decline, because your brain the ability to […]

Exercise is important for people with arthritis because it increases their muscular strength and flexibility, improves their mobility, and helps them feel less pain and fatigue. People with arthritis may have trouble exercising, but they can overcome it. Persistence is important. Exercise can help you reduce the symptoms of arthritis and the good news is […]

The science equating colder weather affecting joint pain is inconclusive. Some studies find no correlation, yet others add validity to what is termed “weather sensitivity” – when your arthritis feels worse in the colder weather, especially when it’s about to rain or snow. Fortunately, Torrance and the South Bay communities don’t see snow, but it […]