The HARTZ PT Blog

From the Rail Trail to Buchanan Park to the fairgrounds of the Penn National horse show, May in Lancaster County means it's go-time. Let's make sure you're ready for all of it.

Pain can be hard to explain — even to the people closest to you. Here's what's actually happening in your body, and why it matters.

Written by Niki Hunt

Think stiffness is just something you have to live with as you get older? Think again. Here's what's really causing it — and how physical therapy can help.

Written by MacKenzi Myers, DPT

Astym therapy assists in healing muscle and tendon injuries, including those unresponsive to other treatment techniques.

Written by Bernadette Sheaffer, PTA

Living with osteoporosis doesn't mean giving up your independence. Learn simple, safe ways to move through everyday activities — from lifting groceries to getting out of bed — and protect your bones with confidence.

Written by Justin Seekins, DPT

Learn how to handle and mitigate common GLP-1 side effects to navigate your journey with Ozempic side effects effectively. Physical therapy can help.

Written by Kevin Sisbarro, DPT, CVT

Spring is one of our favorite times of year here at Hartz Physical Therapy — the fields are full, the tracks are busy, and athletes of all ages are doing what they love. But with increased activity comes increased risk, and one of the injuries we see most often this time of year is the concussion.

Written by David Snyder, DPT, CSCS

Written by Karen Talarico & Kendra Spade

Hip replacement recovery doesn’t look the same for everyone. In this blog, Kendra and Karen share their real experiences—and why individualized physical therapy made all the difference.

Your yearly PT check-up: because feeling your best starts with moving your best.