Norah Whitten - Functional Phyzio

Physical TherapyJuly 18, 2023November 23, 2024byNorah Whitten

Incontinence is a Sign of More Injuries Down the Road

Incontinence is a difficulty unto itself; having to plan regular bathroom trips, pack extra pads, underwear, worrying about jumping, running, and if you live in North Carolina, it also means…

Physical TherapyMay 2, 2023August 24, 2024byNorah Whitten

3 Reasons Why Sitting Might Hurt

Recently in the clinic, I’ve had quite a few patients come to see me because sitting is painful. And as most people sit behind a computer for a majority of…

Physical TherapyApril 3, 2023November 23, 2024byNorah Whitten

If I’m Hypermobile, Should I Stretch?

I feel like most of my patients lie in one of two camps: they’re either stiff as a board (think of a huge bodybuilder who can’t fully lift their arms…

The Role of Physical Therapy in Managing Chronic Pain

Physical TherapyMarch 13, 2023August 24, 2024byNorah Whitten

I threw my back out, what do I do!?

Have you ever gone too hard at the gym and woke up the next day with a tweaked back, barely able to get out of bed? Or worse yet, have…

Physical TherapyJanuary 26, 2023August 24, 2024byNorah Whitten

Taking a Moment to Yourself

A theme I’ve noticed recently in my patients is busyness. It seems like everyone has a busy schedule and a long to-do list at the moment. Maybe it’s the fact…

Pelvic FloorDecember 30, 2022August 24, 2024byNorah Whitten

Why You Should See a Pelvic Floor PT during Pregnancy

Prenatal physical therapy provides numerous benefits for expecting moms. Seeing a pelvic floor physical therapist while pregnant can help you take care of any nagging aches & pains, provide guidance on safe exercise and help you prepare for labor & delivery. In Durham, you also don’t need a doctor’s referral to see a physical therapist during pregnancy!