IPA Physio - Portland

IPA Physio Portland has Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioners on staff to add an additional level of therapy to our standard treatments.

Kinesio tape has revolutionized the approach to taping in sports and rehabilitation. Its unique properties not only support physical structures but also aid in pain management, posture correction, lymphatic drainage, and sensory stimulation.

When applied with less than 50% stretch capacity, the real magic happens. This causes the tape to recoil, creating a slight lift in the skin layers. This lift, which occurs between the epidermis (top layer of skin) and the dermis (just below the epidermis), increases lymphatic drainage, effectively reducing swelling and bruising. Additionally, this recoil is a strong sensory stimulus to our brains, improving our perception of pain and providing tactile input to specific regions of our body.

Hello, September! 🍂 As we transition into fall and the beginning of a new school year, it's a great time to set new wellness goals. Whether it’s improving your strength, mobility, or overall well-being, our team is here to help you achieve your health milestones. Let’s make this month the start of a healthier you!

What are your favorite ways to welcome in a new season?

Heavy lifting, or Resistance Training, can be quite beneficial for bone health. It stimulates bone density through a process called Bone Remodeling and prevents osteroporosis. Besides increasing bone density, resistance training can enhance bone quality, helping them withstand everyday stresses and reduce the risk of injury.

This just happened: the first of many weekly Lunch Break Challenges! Challenge #1 - heavy weight squats!

What should we do for next week's Lunch Break Challenge?

Many people do not sit in a way that is balanced in relation to gravity. Therefore, there is undue effort and stress placed on the spine to attempt to find balance. Alignment is important, but it is secondary to an efficient base of support. When we build a house or a building, we start with the foundation, the base first.

Optimal sitting alignment over an efficient base of support