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Sleeping on your stomach is not recommended. So cut that out of your habits. As rec in this video, place a pillow along the side of your...

Concussion discussion Physical therapy prevention and addressing concussions

Winter in Northeast Ohio doesn’t have to mean slowing down. At Chardon Performance Therapy , we work with driven, active people who don’t sit still just because the temperature drops. Our running expert, Courtney, is a great example—she continues to train outdoors throughout the winter. And when she’s not logging miles, she’s out cross-country skiing with her son, Miles. Staying active in the cold isn’t about being extreme. It’s about staying consistent. Running in the Snow:

The start of a new year often comes with a loud message: do more, be better, go harder—now. New workouts. New diets. New routines. All at once.

Student athletes face unique pressures both on and off the field. Between schoolwork, practices, games, and social expectations, the weight of performance can feel overwhelming. Two common challenges we see in young athletes are perfectionism and low self-esteem — and both can quietly affect mental health, motivation, and even injury risk.

At Chardon Performance Therapy, we believe that caring for people extends far beyond the walls of our clinic. True health includes feeling supported, seen, and secure, especially during the holiday season

Winter in Northeast Ohio is no joke—snow, slush, black ice, and uneven sidewalks show up overnight. Every year, we see preventable injuries from slips and falls: wrist fractures, hip injuries, bruised ribs, shoulder sprains, and low back flare-ups.

When you hear “pelvic floor health,” most people think about postpartum recovery or women’s health. But the truth is — everyone has a pelvic floor, and it’s critical for both men and women who want to move, lift, and play sports without pain or dysfunction.