Healthy U Lakeville

09/11/2026

✨ Meet Our New PTA! ✨

We’re excited to welcome Marissa to our team as our newest Physical Therapist Assistant!

Marissa is a recent PTA graduate who is passionate about helping patients reach their goals and making physical therapy a positive experience!! She’ll be working primarily with the Livonia School District, while also seeing patients in our outpatient clinic.

Marissa is great developing creative and engaging exercises that incorporate elements of play to maximize participation and motivation among the kiddos she works with!

Outside of the clinic, Marissa enjoys staying active, playing soccer, spending time with family and friends, traveling, and making the most of time at the lake!

She is a proud Buffalo Bills fan and is always excited when football season rolls around! 🏈

We’re so happy to have Marissa on the team and can’t wait for you to get to know her! Give her a warm welcome in the comments!

09/11/2026

Never Forget

It has been 25 years since the September 11 attacks, but not a day goes by that we don’t remember the lives lost, the response of the heroes, and the strength of our great nation.

We will NEVER FORGET.

08/26/2026

Movement is always more fun together! 💕

👟One of my favorite things about teaching SilverSneakers is watching a room full of people come together, move their bodies, laugh, encourage one another, and leave with a little more energy than they came in with.

👟It’s not about being the strongest, fastest, or “fittest.” It’s about showing up. It’s about doing what you can, celebrating what your body can do, and having a whole lot of fun while you’re doing it!

👟The friendships, the smiles, the encouragement, the music, the movement—it all matters.

👟Come as you are. Move at your own pace. And let’s have some fun together! 💪🏼

08/18/2026

Things Your PT Wishes You Knew 👀

A few friendly reminders from the people who have absolutely seen it all:

🎯Pain isn’t always a sign that something is “wrong.” Sometimes your body is being protective, not broken. Pain is complicated, and more pain doesn’t always mean more damage.

🦵You don’t need to be sore the next day for an exercise to be effective. We’re looking for progress—not for you to feel like a wet noodle after your session😉

🏋️ You don’t have to “get in shape” before coming to PT.
That’s literally what we’re here for. Please don’t wait until you feel like you’re “fit enough” to start.

💪 Your home exercises are part of the treatment.
We know life gets busy. But if we give you 4 exercises and you do 0 of them…we’re going to notice. 😂

📅 Consistency beats perfection.
Doing your exercises 3–4 times a week is a lot more helpful than doing ALL the exercises once every three weeks because you suddenly remembered. 😉

😴 Sleep matters. A lot.
Recovery isn’t just what happens during your workout or your PT appointment. Your body does some pretty important work while you’re sleeping.

🗣️ Please tell us if something doesn’t feel right.
You will never hurt our feelings by saying, “That exercise doesn’t feel good.” We actually want to know.

And finally…

✨ You are not bothering us by asking questions.
Understanding why you’re doing something can make a huge difference in your recovery.

Consider this your friendly reminder: You just have to keep showing up.

🥰Respectfully,
Your PT team, who is rooting for you!

08/11/2026

Calling all expectant mamas! 🤰

Did you know that pelvic floor physical therapy can support you during pregnancy AND after baby arrives?

Your body goes through incredible changes during pregnancy, and you don’t have to simply “push through” discomfort or assume that certain symptoms are just part of being pregnant!!

Pregnancy PT can help with things like:
✨ Pelvic, hip, or low-back pain
✨ Pelvic pressure or heaviness
✨ Urinary leakage or changes in bladder control
✨ Difficulty with movement or exercise
✨ Learning how to coordinate breathing and your pelvic floor

So, what can you expect at a PT visit?

Your appointment is individualized to you!!

You'll talk about what you’re experiencing, your goals, and how your body is adapting to pregnancy.

Your PT may assess your movement, strength, breathing, posture, and pelvic floor function, then create a plan to help you feel stronger, more comfortable, and more confident in your changing body.

And the support doesn’t stop after delivery. 🤱

Postpartum PT can help you safely rebuild strength, reconnect with your core and pelvic floor, return to exercise, and address concerns like leaking, pelvic pressure, pain, scar or tissue healing, and discomfort with intimacy.

You don’t have to wait until something feels “wrong” to see a pelvic health PT.

Your body is doing something incredible. Let’s help you feel supported along the way.

💚Here at PT Professionals we have an incredible physical therapist certified in pelvic floor rehab (Institute of Clinical Excellence Pelvic Level 1+2) who can evaluate and treat a wide range of pelvic health conditions- and is very knowledgeable in pregnancy and postpartum PT!

If you’re expecting or recently welcomed your little one, consider this your reminder that you deserve support, too.

Reach out today to schedule your visit and let’s make sure you feel strong, supported, and confident in your body through every stage of motherhood!!

08/07/2026

Doubt can be just as limiting as pain.

Doubt changes the way you move.

When you're afraid of making things worse or unsure how to move, it's easy to hold yourself back.

Fear of doing it "wrong" keeps people from moving at all.

**Enter your Physical Therapy Team**

Your PT team replaces uncertainty with knowledge and confidence.

No more guessing what to do next.

We help you understand how to move safely and efficiently without fear.

When you stop wondering if you're moving correctly, you can start focusing on moving forward.

Clear goals, expert guidance, and renewed confidence—that's how physical therapy turns doubt into progress.

Call us at PT Professionals to get started.

(585) 346-0060

07/31/2026

🤯One thing I think many people don't realize is that balance isn't a single ability—it's a team effort between your brain, muscles, joints, eyes, inner ears, and nervous system.

Balance is more than simply staying upright. It is your body's ability to sense where you are in space, react to changes in your environment, and keep you safely on your feet.

Every time you stand up, walk, climb stairs, or reach for something, your body is making hundreds of tiny adjustments without you even noticing!

Growing older brings normal changes that can affect balance and stability.

Injuries or surgeries affect balance, such as joint replacements, sprains, back injuries etc.

Weight gain or loss changes your center of gravity and affects your balance.

Certain medications may affect balance.

But remember: Balance is highly trainable!!

Even practicing balance exercises for a few minutes several days each week can produce meaningful improvements over time.

Safe and easy ways to practice balance at home include:

-Weight shifting side to side and front to back
-Single leg stance
-Sit to stands
-Marching in place
-Side leg raises
-Heel to toe walks

The key here is safety! Keep these tips in mind:

-Have a sturdy counter, table, or railing within reach.
-Wear supportive, non-slip shoes
-Exercise in a well-lit area free of clutter, loose rugs, or pets underfoot.
-Stop if you experience dizziness, chest pain, severe shortness of breath, or feel like you might fall.

If you've had recent falls, significant dizziness, or a new medical condition affecting your balance, check with your healthcare provider or physical therapist before starting a new exercise program.

You don't have to improve your balance alone—partnering with a physical therapist will provide personalized guidance, safe exercises, and the confidence to help you stay steady, active, and independent!!

07/28/2026

Prehab = Physical Therapy BEFORE Surgery 🏋️‍♀️

Think about it:

You wouldn't run a marathon without training first. 🏃

You wouldn't ride 100 miles on a bike without preparing. 🚴

So why go into surgery without getting your body ready?

Your body performs better when it's prepared.

The stronger your muscles ✅
The better your mobility ✅
The more you understand what to expect after surgery ✅
The smoother your recovery can be✅

Research has shown that participating in physical therapy before many orthopedic surgeries can:

✅ Improve strength and mobility before surgery
✅ Help you recover faster afterward
✅ Reduce pain and stiffness
✅ Improve confidence going into surgery
✅ Make it easier to return to the activities you love

Surgery is only one part of the journey. The stronger and more prepared you are beforehand, the better your body can handle what's ahead!!

If surgery is in your future, ask your PT or surgeon if prehab is right for you!!

Your recovery starts before the operation and well before the first incision is ever made!

07/23/2026

A common misconception is that exercise only counts if your standing, sweating or heavy lifting!

🙅‍♀️I am here to tell you that is simply not true!!🙅‍♀️

🤷‍♀️Your muscles don't know whether you're in a fancy gym or in your living room!!

💁‍♀️They respond to being challenged!!!

Some examples of good chair exercises:

👟Sit to stands (You know we are a fan of these!)
👟Seated marches
👟Long arc quads (kick outs!)
👟Heel or toe raises
👟Seated trunk rotations
👟Seated side bends
👟Alternating arm and leg reaches
👟Seated jacks
👟Chair boxing

If you attend our exercise classes you will definitely recognize many of these moves!

👌And you can attest that just because they are seated exercises does NOT mean that they don't give your muscles a good challenge!! amiright?!

You truly do not need big equipment!

🙋‍♀️If you've got a chair and the willingness to try, you've got everything you need for a good workout!

07/16/2026

🧠 Your body is stronger than your MRI or X-ray.

🚫Many people have bulging discs, arthritis, or torn meniscus tissue on imaging and never experience pain!

🔥Others have significant pain with very little showing on an MRI.

💡Imaging is just one piece of the puzzle.

🔍Your symptoms, movement, strength, and function tell a much bigger story.

📸An MRI or X-ray can tell us what structures look like.

It cannot tell us:
✔️ How strong you are.
✔️ How well you move.
✔️ What activities are difficult.
✔️ How your body responds to treatment.
✔️ What your goals are.

🔑That's why physical therapists don't just treat a diagnosis—we evaluate the whole person.

💯Two people can have the exact same MRI results and need completely different treatment plans because their symptoms, lifestyles, and goals are different!

💣Truth Bomb: Imaging is an important tool, but it doesn't define you. The best treatment starts by understanding the person behind the picture.