Physio, Yoga & Wellness is here to help you! We believe investment in your health leads to a life full of joy, gratitude and satisfaction. But, how we get there can be confusing. We offer a variety of treatments and services that are individually tailored to improve and maintain your optimal health.
Healthcare works better when the provider and the client develop a professional relationship. Our one-on-one visits and open communication foster the healing environment we all need. With our extensive training and evidence based therapy, we empower each individual in a holistic and biopsychosocial manner.
Personal experiences with injury (and surgeries!) as a teenager and adult shaped my passion for helping others. Regular exercise, healthy eating and yoga practice are all part of my daily life - and I love sharing it with others!
Recent races include Xterra triathalon, Boston Maraton, NYC Marathon, Steamboat Stinger Half Marathon, Chicago Marathon, and Mt Marathon (Alaska). I am currently training to pace for Leadville 100, run Grand Canyon Rim to Rim, and do a 3 day mountain bike camping trip.
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60 min consult plus a 10-16 week custom running & strength program designed specifically for you - your goals, your injury history, and fitness level. Programing includes nutrition recommendations, targeted strength training, and running progression.
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TPDN is a technique used to reduce muscle pain and dysfunction. It uses fine, solid filament needles (similar to acupuncture needles) that are sterile, single use, and disposable. The needles are inserted through the skin into the underlying tissues and muscles at specific points known as myofascia...
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In-depth knowledge of anatomy and how the body moves in each asana to help you efficiently build strength and mobility. We focus on important alignment to help you practice safely with our comprehensive understanding of injuries and yoga. Yoga can help prevent injuries, recovery from injuries, and...
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Doctors of Physical Therapy are licensed healthcare professionals with extensive training and knowledge in physiology, kinesiology, pain science, rehabilitation and healing.
At Physio, Yoga & Wellness, we use our specialized skills to assess, diagnose and treat individuals in the most effi...
What if we could prevent the majority of injuries, aches, and pains? I...Read More
What if we could prevent the majority of injuries, aches, and pains? If we could, it would lead to more mobility, less pain, and improved function in recreational activities, job duties, and daily tasks. For active Coloradans, that means more mountain biking in the mountains, running through City Park or Wash Park, hiking through the Rocky Mountains, or walking through Downtown Denver. Turns out, we can often prevent overuse injuries, aches and pains! Some may expect an annual physical at the primary care physician to address this, but most physicians don't have the time, or the musculoskeletal expertise, to dig deeper into mild joint pain or chronic muscle soreness. If they do, usually generic advice to RICE or "don't do fill in the blank" advice is provided. If you are lucky, you might get a referral to physical therapy. So why not start with a physical therapist before the pain and soreness even starts?
In Colorado, you can make an appointment directly with a physical therapist without a prescription from a doctor; this is called direct access. Physical therapists are experts in musculoskeletal conditions - a perfect fit to address aches and pains! Most mild aches and pains are due to alerted biomechanics and over-use/over-stress of the joint and tissue. Recognizing compensatory, or "off", movement patterns is the first step to fixing them. Usually a combination of joint mobilizations, targeted exercises, soft tissue work, and gradual progression of load (i.e. weight, running distance, etc.) is all it takes to break the cycle and reduce pain.
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What is physical therapy? A simple question that doesn't have a s...Read More
What is physical therapy?
A simple question that doesn't have a simple answer according to a recent mini-research study published earlier this year in Musculoskeletal Science & Practice. (Read the summary here). This study asked 25 subjects what their expectations of physical therapy were prior to their attending their first visit, the initial evaluation. The results concluded that the perception of the role of physical therapy in a healthcare plan was vague and unclear. Specifically, most patients did not expect their treatment to include manual therapy. With so much confusion, why go see a physical therapist?
According to the American Physical Therapist Association, "physical therapists are movement experts who improve quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education." According to Webster's Dictionary, physical therapy is "the treatment of disease, injury, or deformity by physical methods such as massage, heat treatment, and exercise rather than by drugs or surgery." Both are appropriate definitions but leave out what to really expect when you're in pain, seeking help and relief, and trying to get back to your desired activities.
Anatomy of a good physical therapy experience
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Spring weather means more outdoor running, especially here in Denver...Read More
Spring weather means more outdoor running, especially here in Denver, Colorado! Springtime is also the best time to start preparing for big races in the Fall, especially if it is big race like NYC marathon, Chicago marathon, Boulder marathon, or a 70.3 or full IRONMAN. A lot of attention is put on the 12-16 week training plan leading up to race-day, but 5-6 months pre-race is the prefect time to set a strong foundation of strength and mobility to build on.
Strength Training
Full body, heavy weight lifting is necessary to build muscle strength needed to run longer and faster, but it also serves to build tendon strength and resiliency. This is key for long-distance athletes who are prone to issues like Achilles tendonitis, IT band pain, or plantar fasciitis.
Examples of full body weight lifting exercises include: squat, deadlift, weighted lunge, pull-ups, decline push-ups, bench press, rows, kettlebell swings, and weighted step-ups.
Plyometrics
Develop power, build strength, and increase endurance with plyometrics, also known as jumping exercises. Plyometrics are a great addition to strength training because jumping loads muscles and tendons in a unique way. Starting a new type of exercise can be daunting at first, so it is important to start slow and ensure good, safe form to avoid injury or over-loading joints.
Example of a beginning plyometric routine: 20 sec intervals of bilateral bunny hops in place, front to back, and side to side; repeat for 3-5 rounds.
Cross Training
Running involves moving through a forward plane of motion but requires strength and control in 3 planes of motion. Improving muscle strength and activation in the rotational plane and the side to side plane helps improve running stride efficiency. Cross training is a great way to use muscles in a variety of ways in all 3 planes of motion.
Examples of cross training to maximize movement variety: tennis, soccer, volleyball, racquetball, and swimming.
Finding & Addressing Imbalances
There are about 600 muscles and 360 joints in the human body. Movement asymmetries are common and can be caused by previous injuries or habitual movement patterns. Finding balance between the right and left legs is just as important as addressing asymmetries in rotational movement, adductors vs. abductors, and muscle restrictions. Addressing these asymmetries can help reduce the chance of injury, but it can also lead to improved running economy which helps improve speed and power.
Reducing imbalances can involve foundational exercises like bridges, core exercises, single leg exercises, and/or stretching.
Book a 90 minute musculoskeletal assessment & exercise plan here.
Individualized Training plans
There are many free training plans available on the internet for free, but none of them are specific to your needs, goals, and lifestyle. An individualized training plan can help you achieve your goals in a more efficient way and reduce the chance of injury. Custom training plans can take into account work and vacation schedules, can target your specific running weakness (i.e. endurance, speed, mental fortitude, etc.), can dial in specific paces during training, and can make small or big adjustments based on how the training cycle is progressing. Customization ensures the highest quality of training plan for your goals.
Book a training consult and receive a customized training plan here.
Finishing a big race is exhilarating; getting there should be fun, challenging, and fulfilling. Don't let a subpar training program prevent you from achieving your goals!
Dr Jessica Klain PT, DPT, COMT, CSCS, OCS, CNPT
Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist (COMT)
Certified Nutritional Physical Therapist (CNPT)
Certified Vestibular Specialist
Certified Concussion Specialist
Trigger Point Dry Needling Certified, Level 1&2
Certified Yoga Teacher
University of Florida, Doctorate in Physical Therapy (2009)
The Ohio State University, Bachelor of Science in Biology (2006)
Jessica@physioyogaandwellness.com
www.physioyogaandwellness.com
Call/text: 720-295-0060
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Injuries are unfortunate. They are also quite common if you are trai...Read More
Injuries are unfortunate. They are also quite common if you are training for a race or participate in regular exercise. Some injuries can be prevented with careful program planning, cross-training, regular body work, proper refueling and nutrition, and well timed rest breaks. But often times, injuries still find a way to interrupt a well laid out plan. This can lead to a difficult decision: do you run and train through the pain? As a physical therapist, marathon runner, and yogi in Denver CO, I've dealt with my own injuries and helped countless clients heal and find their way back into pain-free exercise.
The classic physical therapist response is "it depends" when a client asks if they should rest or to keep training through the pain. Often times it does depend, and the answer is usually complex because running is a repetitive activity; you put one foot in front of the other, over and over and over again! An 8 minute per mile pace results in about 1,400 steps each mile. That number increases to about 1,500 steps each mile at a 10 minute per mile pace. For anyone running regularly or training for a race, those steps add up quickly!
Each runner's stride varies in hundreds of different ways. A few main variations include heel strike vs. forefoot strike, amount of pronation through weight acceptance, degree of hip extension and thoracic rotation, and vertical vs. horizontal center of mass change. These factors can be altered based on shoe wear, terrain, pace, body mechanics, and fatigue. All these puzzles pieces can effect each-other and lead to the possibility of staying injury free, or developing an over-use injury.
Over-use injuries are caused by repetitive strain to a tissue that is unable to withstand the load that is being put on it. Tendons, ligaments, muscles, fascia, and joints are all susceptible to over-use injuries.
Common Running Over-Use Injuries Include
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Trigger Point Dry Needling (TPDN) is a perfect technique to help resol...Read More
Trigger Point Dry Needling (TPDN) is a perfect technique to help resolve stubborn muscle tightness and pain. Unlike a deep tissue massage, myofascial release, or acupuncture, TPDN directly targets the restricted tissue causing your pain. It can take as little as 1 visit to resolve your symptoms depending on the duration of your symptoms, the location of your pain, and the specific muscle involved. TPDN can be performed by healthcare professionals including physical therapists, chiropractors, and dentists that have received extra training in the specific techniques of dry needling. In the state of Colorado, dry needling can be performed by a physical therapist without a doctor's prescription.
How does dry needling work?
Dry Needling uses a monofilament needle (similar to an acupuncture needle) that is directly inserted into the dysfunctional muscle tissue. The goal is to mechanically break down the "trigger point", similar to a deep tissue massage, to reduce pain, eliminate restrictions, improve mobility, and encourage improved muscle tissue function.
What does it feel like?
Common sensations include deep pressure, a starburst sensation, and muscle twitching. It is often described as a "hurt so good" feeling.
Why is it called "dry" needling?
Since there is no medication being injection (i.e. "wet" needling) into the muscle trigger point, it is called "dry" needling.
What are the risks?
In general, the risks of dry needling are minimal. Minimal risks include the possibility of mild bruising, soreness for 1-2 days after the session, and nerve irritation. The most serious risk is developing a pneumothorax (collapsed lung). This complication may develop if your provider does not take enough precautions while needling in the lung field. Practitioners that are trained properly and use appropriate dry needling techniques will not cause a pneumothorax.
What are the benefits?
Dry needling is a quick and effective soft tissue technique that helps break the cycle of tightness and pain. Following a session of dry needling, patients are instructed to use heat to help the muscle tissue remodel and heal. Targeted muscle activation exercises can also be provided improve movement patterns and prevent your symptoms from returning.
How do I get scheduled?
Get scheduled today via Physio, Yoga & Wellness online booking calendar
To discuss your case further or to ask a question call or text 720-295-0060 or email Jessica directly Jessica@physioyogaandwellness.com
Dr Jessica Klain PT, DPT, COMT, CSCS, OCS, CNPT
Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist
Certified Nutritional Physical Therapist Certified Vestibular Specialist
Trigger Point Dry Needling Certified, Level 1&2
Certified Yoga Teacher
University of Florida, Doctorate in Physical Therapy (2009)
The Ohio State University, Bachelor of Science in Biology (2006)
Jessica@physioyogaandwellness.com
www.physioyogaandwellness.com
Call/text: 720-295-0060
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If you're older than 30, chances are you've experienced low ba...Read More
If you're older than 30, chances are you've experienced low back pain at some point in your life. If you're younger than 30, maybe you've experienced it too. Just because low back pain is an extremely common musculoskeletal pain impairment doesn't mean you have to continue to suffer with the pain. Figuring out what to do about your back pain can be confusing, especially in a large city like Denver, CO with so many providers offering services to treat spine pain. Start feeling better today by implementing these 7 easy things in your life to reduce your low back pain.
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Physio, Yoga & Wellness is here to help you! We believe investment in your health leads to a life full of joy, gratitude and satisfaction. But, how we get there can be confusing. We offer a variety of treatments and services that are individually tailored to improve and maintain your optimal health.
Healthcare works better when the provider and the client develop a professional relationship. Our one-on-one visits and open communication foster the healing environment we all need. With our extensive training and evidence based therapy, we empower each individual in a holistic and biopsychosocial manner.
Personal experiences with injury (and surgeries!) as a teenager and adult shaped my passion for helping others. Regular exercise, healthy eating and yoga practice are all part of my daily life - and I love sharing it with others!
Recent races include Xterra triathalon, Boston Maraton, NYC Marathon, Steamboat Stinger Half Marathon, Chicago Marathon, and Mt Marathon (Alaska). I am currently training to pace for Leadville 100, run Grand Canyon Rim to Rim, and do a 3 day mountain bike camping trip.
Training Block was created with a mission to support and empower runners, in order to elevate our sport. We do so by giving runners access to a network of local sport performance providers, who provide runners with the care they need from coaching, physical therapy, massage, strength training, and more. We also give providers an easy way to connect with each other and share articles, videos, and other resources that benefit runners and providers alike. For every service booked through Training Block, we donate 10% of our revenues to Training Block’s Elite Athlete Fund, which sponsors elite runners who do not have professional contracts and need financial support for racing at their highest level.
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