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Rocky's 2023 Gear Recommendations for Hiking/Backpacking with Dogs
Top Gear Recommendations for Hiking & Backpacking with your Dog Rocky here. I’m an 8-year-old rescue (almost 9) who LOVES to go on walks...
Jill Mitchell
Dec 23, 20234 min read
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Why is my pain or injury not improving? Why am I unable to hike? What am I missing?!?!
Are you having Achilles heel pain or plantar fasciitis that won’t improve? Or maybe you can’t seem to make your knee pain downhill go...
Jill Mitchell
Nov 13, 20234 min read
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Part 4: Top 3 things to do to break the cycle of overuse injuries.
You’re plagued by an overuse injury…How to break the cycle of overuse injuries: what is the missing component and why do I keep getting...
Jill Mitchell
Jun 20, 20239 min read
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Part 3: How do I prevent overuse injuries from occurring in the first place?
We’re back with part 3 in our series on the most common hiking injury: in case you missed it (check out part 1 and part 2 so we're all on...
Jill Mitchell
Jun 13, 202317 min read
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Part 2: The most common hiking injury: Why do overuse injuries happen in the first place?
Rocky always wants to be line leader....🐶🐾❤️ In this week’s blog, we’re continuing the conversation about the most common hiking injury....
Jill Mitchell
Mar 31, 202312 min read
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What is the most common type of hiking injury? And how to prevent it!
Are you new to hiking and recently found a love for the activity? Have you caught the bug after your first summit that took your breath...
Jill Mitchell
Mar 8, 20237 min read
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Top 5 reasons why EVERY hiker should consult with a physical therapist
You heard me right. Yes, every hiker should consult with a physical therapist. You might be thinking, but I’m not injured, so why would...
Jill Mitchell
Jan 25, 20236 min read
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What are you THANKFUL for this year? | "the vital things remain"
November is quickly coming to a close. Most of us associate November with a time to be thankful (well at least in the US we typically do,...
Jill Mitchell
Nov 30, 202210 min read
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National Take a Hike Day!
Did you know that November 17 is National Take a Hike Day! No, I don’t mean that you should high tail it outta here or “hit the road...
Jill Mitchell
Nov 17, 20222 min read
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What to Expect in Physical Therapy
Also if you haven't already, check out these blogs about physical therapy as well!
Jill Mitchell
Oct 31, 20225 min read
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The #1 Mistake You Are Making During Your Workout
Today we're talking about the number one thing that you're doing wrong in your workout or during exercise and what you can do to fix it....
Jill Mitchell
Sep 30, 20226 min read
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Will Physical Therapy Work For Me? The Top 6 Reasons Why Or Why Not
You might be wondering if physical therapy is the right choice for you, or you’ve done physical therapy...the top 6 reasons...
Jill Mitchell
Sep 22, 20226 min read
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What are ways to prevent skin cancer?
Today is the last in our 4 part series on skin cancer. It’s all about prevention! If this is the first post you’re seeing, this series...
Jill Mitchell
Sep 20, 20227 min read
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What signs should I look for with skin cancer?
This is part 3 of a series on skin cancer, which I am doing to honor my Dad, Ron Mitchell, who passed away recently from metastatic...
Jill Mitchell
Sep 14, 20226 min read
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What are the risk factors for skin cancer? Know it to save your life!
What are the types of risk factors for any disease? Today we're going to talk about risk factors in regard specifically to skin cancer. ...
Jill Mitchell
Sep 9, 20225 min read
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What is the most common type of cancer?
This is part one in a series on cancer and specifically, the most common cancer...see below for the answer! Also, stay tuned for more on...
Jill Mitchell
Sep 2, 20224 min read
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Can my lifestyle choices affect my cancer prognosis?
In this very personal post, we talk about how lifestyle choices affect someone's cancer journey. Please share with someone who needs it!
Jill Mitchell
Aug 26, 20226 min read
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What You Didn't Know About Knee Pain 😧 How to Start Getting Rid of Knee Pain
In this post, we are going to be talking about where does knee pain come from, is surgery the answer, and why range of motion and hip...
Jill Mitchell
Aug 15, 20224 min read
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What Type of Shoe Do I Need For Hiking? (According to a Physical Therapist)
This is one of the most common questions I receive and see in online groups of outdoor adventurers. Let's talk about what to look for!
Jill Mitchell
Aug 9, 20222 min read
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Why I Became A Physical Therapist | Dr. Jill Mitchell, PT | Dallas Physical Therapy
Why I became a physical therapist…
Most PT’s I know have some experience in which they were injured in high school or college and they...
Jill Mitchell
Aug 4, 20221 min read
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Learn from a physical therapist who specializes in outdoor activities new information on how to stay healthy out on the trail.
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