It is essential to warm up before any athletic activity to avoid injury. As ankle sprains are one of the most common types of sports injuries, ankle warm-up exercises are important for everyone to learn. Although easy to do, their importance should not be taken lightly.
Ankle stretches should be performed before any sport that involves running or jumping. Take a good ten minutes before starting your activity to gently stretch the ankle joint. Three easy ankle stretches involve:
Achillies Tendon Stretching
Inversion
Eversion
Click on the links to get familiar with these stretches!

Today a wide variety of classes and exercises can strengthen and stretch the muscles of the body much like therapy can. Physical therapists are even incorporating yoga poses and Wii games to in rehabilitation settings. This keeps treatment sessions fresh and fun! Learn more about the new craze yoga therapy, a combination of physical therapy and yoga.

Baseball is a favorite summer sport for both adults and children. Although known as “America’s pastime,” this activity can result in several injuries due to the stress it places on both the upper and lower body. Here's a quick list of some injuries associated with baseball:
Rotator Cuff Tear
Elbow Tendonitis
Back Strain
Ankle Sprain

Aquatic therapy is a great way to stretch and strengthen muscles. The water "cushions" the joints while providing resistance for strength training. Take advantage of this and get health while cooling off in a nice outdoor pool this summer.