Why Balance Training After 50 Isn’t Optional, Even If You’ve Never Fallen
If you’re over 50 and living an active, independent life, it’s easy to assume fall prevention doesn’t apply to you. After all, you’ve never had a fall, so why worry? Here’s the reality: falls often happen without warning, even in healthy, active adults. While we can’t eliminate every risk, we can dramatically improve how the […]
Can You Keep Lifting With an Injury? A Physical Therapist Explains
If you are dealing with pain or an injury, one of the most common questions is: “Can I keep lifting, or do I need to stop completely?” The short answer: it depends.But in many cases, you do not need to stop lifting entirely. In fact, the right kind of movement can often help you recover […]
Youth Baseball Elbow and Shoulder Pain: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment
If your child has elbow or shoulder pain from baseball, especially from pitching or catching, you are not alone. Youth throwing injuries are increasingly common, but the good news is that many are preventable with the right approach. At Sol Physical Therapy, we regularly work with young athletes dealing with arm pain from throwing. Understanding […]
Rotator Cuff Pain After Pickleball or Golf? When It’s More Than “Just Soreness”
Pickleball courts across Tucson are packed this time of year, and local golf courses stay busy throughout the winter and spring. Staying active is one of the best things you can do for your health—but the increase in activity also brings a common complaint we see at Sol Physical Therapy: Shoulder pain that starts as […]
Savannah Carlson, PT, DPT Named Clinic Director of Sol’s Pima Clinic
Sol Physical Therapy is excited to announce that Savannah Carlson, PT, DPT has been named Clinic Director of the Pima Clinic, marking an important milestone as the clinic officially transitions from Agility Spine and Sports Physical Therapy to Sol Physical Therapy. Located on East Pima Street in Central-East Tucson, the Pima Clinic has long been […]
Sol Physical Therapy Now Accepts AHCCCS UHC Community Plan & UHC Dual Complete
We’re happy to share important news for patients and families in our community: Sol Physical Therapy is now in-network with AHCCCS UHC Community Plan and UHC Dual Complete. Both plans are AHCCCS health plans administered by UnitedHealthcare, with UHC Community Plan covering Medicaid patients and UHC Dual Complete covering Medicare + Medicaid dual-eligible patients. This […]
Preparing for Orthopedic Surgery? 5 Prehab Exercises That Make Recovery Easier
If you’re getting ready for an orthopedic surgery—such as a rotator cuff repair, joint replacement, ACL reconstruction, or arthroscopic procedure—you’ve probably heard the term “prehab.” Prehabilitation is the process of strengthening your body before surgery so you can recover faster, reduce pain, and return to activity with more confidence. At Sol Physical Therapy, we see […]
Why We Love What We Do: Celebrating National PT Month
Celebrating National Physical Therapy Month Every story, every smile, every step forward — this is why we love what we do. October is National Physical Therapy Month — a time to celebrate the people who make Sol + Agility such special places to work and heal: our therapists. Every day, our team helps patients move […]
Finding My Foundation: Starting My OT Career at Sol
Taking the Leap from Student to Clinician Starting my career as a new graduate in occupational therapy, I wasn’t sure what to expect when transitioning from student to clinician. When I accepted my job at Sol, I still felt both excited and nervous about the unknowns ahead. Now, I can confidently say it has been […]
The Ultimate Guide to Preventing Falls at Home
Falls are one of the leading causes of injury in older adults — but most of them are preventable. With a few simple changes and habits, you can make your home safer and keep yourself (or a loved one) steady, confident, and independent. Here’s your ultimate guide to creating a safer home environment: 1. Light […]