Stress affects your body in ways you might not expect. Can stress cause sciatica? The answer is yes—chronic stress can contribute to sciatic nerve pain through muscle tension, inflammation, and...
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Why Does Sciatica Flare Up? Common Triggers & Relief Tips
That sharp, shooting pain radiating from your lower back down your leg can stop you in your tracks. If you're wondering, "Why does sciatica flare up?", you're not alone. Sciatica is a common and...
Dry Needling vs. Massage: Which is Better for Your Pain?
When you’re dealing with muscle pain, tightness, or a nagging injury, finding the right treatment is key to getting back on your feet. Two popular options you'll often hear about are dry needling...
Speed, Agility, and Injury Prevention: How Physical Therapy Helps Athletes Stay Game-Ready
In nearly every sport—whether you're sprinting down a soccer field, cutting across a basketball court, or reacting to a serve in tennis—speed and agility are what separate good athletes from great...
Active Adult Fitness: Preventing Age-Related Sports Injuries with Gilbert’s PT Experts
As we age, staying active becomes even more important for overall health and well-being. Many active adults continue to participate in sports, fitness routines, and recreational activities, but the...
Barbell Sport Recovery: Professional PT Tips for Gilbert’s Powerlifting & Weightlifting Community
Powerlifting and weightlifting are physically demanding sports that require not only strength and technique but also proper recovery to perform at your best. Whether you're lifting heavy in the gym...
Return to Sport Protocols: How Gilbert Athletes Can Safely Get Back to Training
Understanding the Importance of a Return-to-Sport Protocol Returning to sport after an injury or extended break is more than just jumping back into practice. At Polaris PT, we implement a structured...
Shoulder Health for Overhead Athletes: Baseball, Basketball & Volleyball PT Guide in Gilbert
Why Shoulder Health Matters for Overhead Athletes Overhead athletes—such as baseball pitchers, basketball players, and volleyball hitters—place significant stress on their shoulders with every...
Dance Injury Prevention & Treatment: Expert PT Care for Gilbert’s Performing Athletes
Dancers are exceptional athletes who combine artistry with physical precision. However, the demands of dance—whether it’s ballet, contemporary, jazz, or hip-hop—place immense stress on the body. At...
Olympic Lifting & CrossFit Recovery: A Gilbert PT’s Guide to Staying Strong & Injury-Free
At Polaris Physical Therapy and Wellness in Gilbert, AZ, we know that Olympic lifting and CrossFit demand strength, agility, and determination. However, the intensity of these activities also...






