Is It Safe to Deadlift With a Bad Back?
Deadlifts bother your back? You're not broken, and you probably don't need to quit. Here's what's actually going on and how to fix it.
From recovery science to performance hacks—explore practical, expert-backed tips to help you feel better, move better, and perform better.

Deadlifts bother your back? You're not broken, and you probably don't need to quit. Here's what's actually going on and how to fix it.

If you’re a runner in Memphis dealing with nagging Achilles pain, you may have been told to wear a boot for a few weeks.

At 901 Physical Therapy, we help active adults look at the bigger picture so they can finally move forward with confidence.

Here is a starting point for what to do when your pain doesn't seem to be getting better but you want to stay active and keep training.

Research has proven time and again that the best thing runners can do to improve performance is to strength train.

Imagine waking up every day, feeling ready to conquer the world, no aches or pains to hold you back. That's not just a dream; it's a reality in this new age of Physical Therapy!

If you’ve been dealing with stubborn tendon pain—whether it’s in your Achilles, knee, or somewhere else—you’re not alone.
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Many people with persistent back pain have already been doing ab exercises for months with no real change. This post explains what your core actually includes beyond your abs, why hip strength specifically matters for back pain, and what real strength training looks like compared to general conditioning.

Avoiding movement after an injury can lead to long-term pain and stiffness. In this post, we explain why the right kind of movement is essential for healing, and how fear, misinformation, and too much rest can delay your recovery. Learn how expert physical therapy at 901PT in Memphis helps people rebuild strength, regain motion, and move forward with confidence.

If you're competing the St. Jude Ironman 70.3 Triathlon here in Memphis, you're coming to the end of a long and rewarding journey. Your body has done amazing things over the past few months, and it's time to start thinking about recovery.