At Trailblaze PT & Performance, we use dry needling as one of many tools to help with muscular pain, stiffness, and dysfunction. Below you’ll find what dry needling is, what the research says, and how it fits into our three-step approach: Reset, Restore, Reload. What Does the Research Say? Dry needling is a technique where fine, sterile … Read more
Why Athletes and Active Adults Are Turning to Laser Therapy for Recovery From weekend warriors to professional athletes, recovery is everything. At Trailblaze PT & Performance, we know how crucial it is to get back to doing what you love — without downtime or relying on pain medication. That’s where Class IV Laser Therapy comes in. Laser … Read more
Trailblaze PT & Performance, located in Hendersonville, NC, is proud to now offer cold laser therapy—a cutting-edge, non-invasive modality designed to enhance healing, reduce pain, and boost performance. What Is Cold Laser Therapy? Cold laser therapy, also known as low-level laser therapy (LLLT) or photobiomodulation (PBM), employs specific wavelengths of light (typically red to near-infrared) … Read more
It happened—my first time on the soccer pitch in five years, and I rolled my ankle. Classic lateral ankle sprain. This injury is one of the most common I see in the clinic, and now I get to treat mine firsthand. Whether you’ve had one recently or you’re still feeling the effects of one from … Read more
Who did the study?A group of researchers looked at many studies where dancers had medical images like X-rays, MRIs, or ultrasounds taken of their joints. What did they want to find out?They wanted to know how often dancers’ scans showed signs of arthritis—and if those dancers were in pain or having trouble moving. What did … Read more
If you’ve ever run downhill and felt sore in your thighs afterward, that soreness is a sign your muscles were working hard in a very specific way—lengthening under load, called eccentric loading. But did you know that kind of stress doesn’t just challenge your muscles—it can actually make your tendons stronger, too? A new study looked at what … Read more
Shoulder blade pain can be puzzling, especially if it doesn’t seem tied to any specific injury. At Trailblaze PT & Performance in Hendersonville, NC, we often see this kind of pain and know it’s rarely caused by the shoulder blade itself. In many cases, shoulder blade pain comes from the cervical spine (neck). Improving neck mobility and strength … Read more
When it comes to squatting heavy, powerlifters know it takes strength from head to toe. At Trailblaze PT & Performance in Hendersonville, NC, we help lifters improve their technique and stay injury-free. One often-overlooked area is the adductors, the inner thigh muscles. Your adductors play a critical role in squat stability and power. Weak adductors can limit your … Read more
Did you know your soleus muscle plays a huge role in running? At Trailblaze PT & Performance in Hendersonville, NC, we see many runners who need to strengthen this overlooked but important part of the calf. The soleus helps control how your foot lands and pushes off the ground, especially when your knee is bent (think push off … Read more
Running outside in cold weather can be invigorating, but it comes with some unique challenges. At Trailblaze PT & Performance in Hendersonville, NC, we love helping runners stay active and safe, no matter the season. Cold temperatures can make your muscles tighter and more prone to injury, so a proper warm-up is key. Try this: Dress in layers … Read more
Happy Clients
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Deb was extremely knowledgeable and was able to pinpoint the area in question, when others were not. She also taught me important and relevant exercises to further prevent injury.
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I met Deb when I needed PT for a neck issue I was having. She was very thorough & caring & got me on track with exercises I could do. She followed up with me even after our sessions ended.
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My daughter is a ballet dancer who needs specific training exercises to help her through injuries and proactive strengthening, and Deb is so thorough with her help and exercises she provides!