Empowering Movement, Restoring Motion

YOU are in possession of a secret superpower!😎 BREATHING! 🪷 Learning to unleash your superpower starts with awareness. Link in bio to our new website and join @miriamgrahamPT for a 10 minute Awareness of Breath lesson. It all starts here,with you, now…YouTube @restoremotion4206

39 years! 😮 A woman’s life expectancy 200 years ago in 1825. Today US women can expect to live just over 80 years with average onset of menopause at 51.5 years. That is almost half a lifetime without needed hormonal balance🤯 A man has more naturally occurring estrogen🕺than a post menopausal woman!Talk to your medical team about HRT!! New understanding and updated delivery methods make it safe and effective for the majority of women. The Menopause Society is a great resource (menopause.org) .

“Just hold me fast and kind” that is what your hip may be saying to your pelvis! 🥰 Can’t wait to learn more top down control exercises this weekend from Steve Dischiavi, PT @finishfirst_pt and @hermanwallacepelvicrehab💪🏼💃🏻 This exercise challenges the hip rotators to keep the standing leg & knee still while the gesture leg moves forward and back. Looks easy—give it a try—Don’t lose control…

Support each other and our community. We need strong, compassionate women now more than ever!💪🏼✨🙌🏼

Frequently hips lack internal rotation Patrick Wenning, PT demonstrates how to self mobilize the hip into Internal rotation. Lie on the side to be mobilized, leg straight and in line with the trunk. Other leg is flexed to 90º at the hip and knee with the lower leg on foam roll. Use a towel roll wedged in front of the pelvis at the level of the ASIS (pointed bone on the lower pelvis). Roll the upper shoulder and hip forward at the same time, slowly and only a little bit, to allow the lower part of the pelvis to roll over the leg bone (femur). Roll back to the starting position.

Wishing all peace and light — Happy Diwali!🪔

Get your tickets! Come support our local artist dancers and Washington’s very own ballet company. Pics are from the spring Gala evening. Patrick Wenning, PT and Miriam Graham PT represented Restore Motion at this terrific event! Restore Motion is proud to be physical therapy and wellness for TWSB! Miriam took a bit to realize it really was her in that red dress and that they were okay to post—talk about getting caught up in over-thinking! 😂

Hard to believe a month already passed since the JTCC Gala!🤯🎾 Great evening to support 25 years of this wonderful organization “Transforming lives through sport and education by providing Tennis For Everybody” 🎉 Reshma Rathod with Hailey Baptiste Kerry Callahan, Alejandra Robles, and Reshma Rathod with Francis Tiafoe and with JTCC COO Joe Wilkerson General Manager of Player Development, Megan Moulton-Levy and Jon Hill JTCC Director of Athlete Development Reshma Rathod and JTCC CEO Ray Benton

That’s NOT an exercise! Stop doing that!It can mess with your ability to fully empty your bladder. WHAT? 💦💦💦 Stopping the flow of your urine mid stream is not an exercise. Learn more https://youtu.be/xEyGwi8IU3Q Subscribe to @restoremotion4206 on YouTube 😍

So proud of Reshma’s great work for @wta and Women’s Health🎾💖

Dr. Miriam Graham, PT shows how to do a pelvic floor muscle release with small ball. Sitting on the ball almost inverts the hammock shaped pelvic floor muscles with the pressure of body weight against the ball. This activity should not be painful. Aim to sit on the ball from 30 seconds to 2 minutes while doing diaphragmatic breathing, then remove the ball and sit back down on the chair. You should feel as if the two sit bones (ischial tuberosities) are further apart and that you have “more room” in the pelvic floor area. As always, ask your healthcare provider if this exercise is right for you.

Tight hip flexors? Stretching not getting to the tight spot? Try this self release using a ball on the iliacus muscle. As always consult your healthcare provider to make sure this exercise is right for you. Hip flexors are commonly tight AND weak. Sitting for work and leisure is an issue! If you feel tight and “nothing” is helping, you may need to add some strength training to your program. See your PT!

Reshma and Miriam were honored to teach members of the Washington Spirit ⚽️Medical Team about women’s pelvic health for the female athlete! 💪🏼 Snow didn’t deter Restore Motion or Washington Spirit, the first part of the class was virtual in January. This past Monday, the course concluded in person to go over assessment, dynamic ultrasound, and exercise prescription. Restore Motion is so proud ☺️ of our local team and the wisdom of their medical staff to seek out this important information to specifically treat our women athletes!

Tomorrow it all begins at 7a! Dr. Miriam Graham, PT will lead a live 30 min workout Tuesdays at 7am for the next 6 weeks. They will be recorded if you can’t make it. Practice with the recording later in the week! We will share a private FB Group and have weekly Q&A sessions (Drs. Rachel Rubin and Katherine Klos, urologists and sexual medicine specialists) and Dr. Miriam Graham, Restore Motion physical therapist. Maybe you too will be able to toss a 200# man!💃🏻😎 We are excited to help strengthen our community💪🏼 Link in Bio

What a pleasure to work with such a great group of dancers and parents @thewashingtonschoolofballet Ready? Set. Pointe! Workshop to prepare dancers for beginning pointe work.🩰 We had a big turn out! 🤭😂 Happy to bring this important information about developing dancer health to the community. Great parent questions! Restore Motion is the physical therapy provider for the Washington School of Ballet and we work with dancers from all over our community. If you have questions about dancer health, please reach out to us!

Restore Motion is 20! 🥳🍾🙌🏼🎉 Grad School was the beginning… Reshma and Miriam were alphabetically assigned to the same cadaver in Gross Anatomy. Despite a heated argument about the location and course of the transverse facial artery 🤬🤓 (or maybe because of it😂) they have been together ever since! 🌸 After working 10 years together for the same hospital based organization, they decided to create Restore Motion (thier initials). 20 years goes by fast when you LOVE what you do❤️❤️❤️ So thankful for all of our patients, current and former team members, and mentors and colleagues! Looking forward to continuing to add value and exceed expectations🎉

We had a SOLD OUT event last night!! Dr. Rachel Rubin @drrachelrubin Dr. Andrea Singer, and Dr. Miriam Graham @miriamgrahampt spoke about osteoporosis, bone health, hormones and exercise for survival to a crowd of smart, strong💪🏼 women💃🏻 (and Patrick Wenning, PT😂) So proud to be able to host this important event! When women are educated about their bodies and conditions they can make good choices for their health and quality of life! Restore Motion is celebrating 20 years in 2024🎉 We took the opportunity to celebrate our 20th and Dr. Rubin’s 2nd Anniversary of being in the business of helping people have healthier bodies and better sex 😎

In just under ONE week! Hope to see you there only a few spots left.

Come! Bring a friend. Excellent way to start off the new year💪🏼

🥳💐💃🏻Happy Birthday Abbey! So happy to celebrate with you!❤️ Just need to practice a bit more to blow out the e-candle😂

Holiday travel? 🚗 Read the full caption in our “Tips for a Long Car Ride” video on our YouTube channel. The “more” button explains the 5 seating modification options shown in the video. Like. Share. Subscribe—Thanks! https://youtu.be/882xo4h2hCg

Let’s do Lunch! Sitting isn't good for you! -- But what should you do when not sitting to make up for it? Dr. Miriam Graham, PT leads "Work Break Stretches" to guide you through upper and lower body stretches that combat computer posture. Follow along, pause, and/or rewind as needed to do each activity. Open “more” on the YouTube description to see timestamps to individual exercises. Link: https://youtu.be/yIdXL-CCOW0

Calling PTs—CEUs 11/18-19 “Comprehensive Evaluation & Management of the Running Athlete” hosted at Restore Motion. Call 301.881.9313 to register. Hope to see you there!

Black cats 🐈‍⬛, Hot dogs 🌭, and The Exorcist stairs! Happy Halloween 🎃 (aka the day before dia de los muertos 💀) Alejandra @thesecondtheory and Kerry @cherrykallahan dressed up for work. Miriam @miriamgrahampt meditated on the Georgetown staircase featured in The Exorcist movie (of course she was meditating😂) Beautiful sunshine through the trees. Do your PT homework before going out to Trick-or-Treat!

Meditation — ugh! Not today😩 Yes—you can do “hard things!” Taking care of yourself, doing your PT homework, and modulating your activity as you heal are all hard things. Show up. Even if you don’t feel like it, the work pays off. Last week I posted about “hard meditation week”, this week I continue to practice. “Gather the mind and drop it down into your heart…” This morning I had to climb the rafters and use a fishing net to pull my mind down. My heart was none too pleased to receive such a rowdy guest 🤬 The image of wrangling a willful toddler into its car seat came to mind and I laughed out loud 😂 Monkey mind, rabbit mind 🐇, now cranky toddler mind👶🏼 All four of us started 5 cycles of breathing. My heart felt cramped and tight as I thought: “This is hard, I don’t feel like it today, Maybe I’ll do this later, This is not inviting or spiritual—I’m just sitting on the floor of my study.” Suddenly, a woman was standing in front of me. She held my head in her hands and told me, “it will be okay.” Then she reached into my chest, pulled my heart out, wiped it off, put it back, and said “it will be easier now” 🤯 Boom she was gone. My second meditation was easier, more peaceful, lighter. That was my gift for today. I would have missed it if I didn’t just show up! Second pic is me in room 4 at Restore Motion. Thankfully, heart in chest🥰 3rd and 4th pics are @reshmapatelrathod and @miriamgrahampt in Doha

Day 7 “hard meditation week” Celebration 🥳 Day 🙌🏼 @reshmapatelrathod and I were taught to begin meditation by dropping the mind into the body, into the heart “as if coming home to a favorite chair after a long day.” This morning dropping my mind into my heart was easy. Just had to “open the door” the mind bounded in, ready to jump on the bed in enthusiasm “Woo Hoo we made it!” 🎊 I smiled, let the image appear and dissolve into awareness. Not pushing it away nor holding onto it to make a story (bit of a bummer because it was about to be a great story!)Thinking about the 2 weeks since returning from our retreat, I see meditation as a friend. Sometimes difficult but usually an oasis 🏝️ —a place to start the day and a place to carry with me throughout the day🥰 I have a more spacious heart. Today I did a “loving kindness” meditation for each of my “Bhutan Beauty” travelers, teachers, and guides. I returned from my trip with 14 sisters and one little brother 👦🏻 @felisbhutantoby I dedicated my practice today to the benefit of all with a SPECIAL shout out to my Nuchu, Sonam, who is starting a new adventure in Australia🦘🇦🇺 Friendships make the best souvenirs 💕 Pics include my Nepalese shawl that imbues me with undisclosed superpowers 💃🏻 and “moon” singing bowl, Reshma and I at Ogyen Choling Heritage House, Bhutan pink cosmos

Day 6 “hard meditation week” ✅ There will always be dry spells where things feel hard and perhaps unfulfilling. This is normal. This morning I felt like my meditation was easy—🪶everything else was hard! Had to carve away “stuff” to get to that mind-heart resting place of meditation💖 I’m close to the end of my “hard week” and see I’ve benefited from making time to cultivate “awareness” and appreciate how simple it is in final analysis. I am here now. Things are always changing. In time I won’t be here. The idea of impermanence. Before I re-started my meditation practice that thought seemed depressing. Now it seems freeing🌬️We are all here for an undetermined amount of time—never know. Let’s make it count!! 🙌🏼 How lovely is that? 💐 Let’s be kind, let’s care, let’s be generous of spirit, smile. For the people at Restore Motion, better movement and function of the body is our gift to give and our passion❤️You only have one body—it is more than a convenient vessel to carry your brain around. If you aren’t feeling at ease in your body, consider PT, call us. Pics of @ogyencholing_foundation — a semi-private walkway where I could dance a bit without anyone seeing 😎 my music helped create an altered state (or maybe it was the thin air)😂@reshmapetelrathod and @miriamgrahampt were attending a writing workshop. This pic is proof we really did ✍️ write. Reshma and Miriam enjoying the sunset over the Persian Gulf. Miriam meditating in the desert around Doha. #choosePT #restoremotion #restoremotionphysicaltherapy

Day 5 “hard meditation week” 🧘🏽‍♀️ Let me tell you about something near and dear to my ❤️ — POSTURE 😍 some say “I can’t sit on the floor, can’t cross my legs like that, can’t meditate.” Yes you can meditate! You don’t have to sit on the floor with legs crossed. (Don’t get caught up in the glamor and mystery of meditation). All that is required is for your back to be reasonably straight, chin slightly tucked to balance ⚖️ your head more easily on your spine — You can sit on a chair, on the floor with your back supported by a wall, or even lying down (don’t fall asleep 😂) Pro-tip. Elevate your seat. If your “sit bones” are higher than the rest of your legs it can help unlock tightness in your low back and allow you to sit with a normal lumbar curve. Still tight in low back and hips? Consider PT! Stay tuned for our soon to be released YouTube video “work break stretches” Additional pro-tip — I choose my teacup and preset my tea the night before for easy 0:dark30 access🙂. Pics are of @reshmapatelrathod and @miriamgrahampt at Buddha Point in Thimphu. Lastly Daphne doing her own, independent, morning meditation 🧘🏽‍♀️💃🏻

Out for coffee ☕️ with Violet’s Mom @kristina1025 @javanationmd. Great to catch up with our amazing PT team member currently out on maternity leave (2 under 2😵‍💫) Hola mis amigos en JavaNation, gracias por permitirme practicar mi español! Beautiful day to write outside — where are you @ericweinerbooks ?🔭 #coffeewithfriends #workingmoms

Day 4 “hard meditation week” 📆 the half way point. (Days 1-3 posted on @miriamgrahampt) “As soon as you realize you’ve drifted off—you are already back.” Such a kind, soothing, forgiving phrase! Our teacher @jameshopkinsnepal used this idea to reassure students and warned to not make judgments about a wandering mind during meditation. (A little like running back to home base while playing tag🏃🏻‍♀️”SAFE!”) …I’ve drifted…Oh look at me, already back!—extra points” 😇 Well maybe NOT extra points. The last step of meditation is to give away any “merit” gained from the practice. We don’t keep the merit gained in our meditation for ourselves—we dedicate it to the benefit of all. “May whatever merit that comes from this practice go toward the enlightenment of all beings” This is the “seal” of practice. 🧘🏽‍♀️. The pictures are from the area around @ogyencholing_foundation. The room Reshma and I shared was previously a shrine room of the palace — you can see the alter behind us. Reshma and I sitting in front of a Bhutanese style stupa, a pic of our group out for a hike ~16 miles from Tibet! How cool is that???? ❤️😎

‘Nough said. Check yo self! #breastcancerawareness

What a great Open! Restore Motion is so proud of @reshmapatelrathod for helping @wta players stay healthy and strong💪🏼💃🏻 Our clinic applies world class physical therapy and wellness techniques for all in our community. YES even SOCCER players! Thanks for the selfie @kelleyohara ⚽️🎾😂

Reshma and with her WTA Performance Health Team colleagues at US Open 2023🎾

Our Restore Motion family adds another member as August draws to a close🥳 Welcome Violet! 🎊Daughter of @kristina1025 and @nicknnite316 Every blessing to you and your family😇

Restore Motion and @jtcctennis together at @usopen Joining forces for ❤️of 🎾 and dedication to training future champions with reduced injury. Collaboration and teamwork for the benefit of our athletes and patients. Register now for training and classes @jtcctennis this fall! JTCC’s Megan Moulton-Levy, General Manager of Player Development @megan_moultonlevy, and TC Costello, Senior Director of Athlete Development with @reshmapatelrathod PT, Co-Founder of Restore Motion.

🔥 Stay safe in the heat this weekend! ☀️ Watch out for signs of heat exhaustion, which may include dizziness, clammy skin, weak rapid pulse, nausea/vomiting, muscle cramps, and excessive sweating. Remember to stay hydrated and take breaks in the shade when needed. #HeatSafety #StayCool #StayHydrated

GOOD LUCK to these USA women’s soccer team athletes. First game of 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup @fifawomensworldcup tonight at 9am against Vietnam!

Hey mamas-to-be! 👋🤰 🌟 Supporting Your Core During Pregnancy 🌟 Did you know that as your belly grows during pregnancy, it can cause the rectus abdominis muscle (the “six-pack” muscle) to separate? This condition, known as diastasis recti, can lead to discomfort and weakened core strength. But fear not! We’ve got a fantastic tool to help you stay strong and supported throughout this incredible journey. 💪✨ Kinesiotape for belly support! 🙌 Kinesiotape is a flexible and breathable tape that can provide gentle support to your rectus abdominis muscle. By strategically applying it to your belly, you can encourage proper alignment and engagement of your core muscles, helping to prevent or alleviate diastasis recti. 💡 Important Tip: While Kinesiotape is generally safe, be cautious if you have sensitive skin around your belly. Skin reactions can occur, so it’s always best to test a small patch first or consult with a healthcare professional if you’re unsure. But remember, mamas, Kinesiotape is just one piece of the puzzle! It’s essential to monitor your core and learn effective ways to engage those muscles properly. This will help you maintain strength and support as your beautiful baby bump grows. 💖 🔍 If you have any concerns about diastasis recti or want to ensure you’re on the right track, we highly recommend seeking the guidance of a pelvic floor physical therapist. We are experts in assessing and treating conditions related to the pelvic floor, including diastasis recti, and can provide tailored advice and exercises to meet your specific needs. 💪 Pregnancy is HARD- stay strong mamas! 📩 DM us if you have any questions or share your experiences using the Kinesiotape technique. We’d love to hear from you! #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #pelvicfloor #wellness #PregnancySupport #CoreStrength #KinesiotapeTechnique #DiastasisRectiAwareness #StayStrongMama

🌈💪 Embracing Diversity at Restore Motion! 💪🌈 As physical therapists, we believe in supporting everyone's journey towards wellness and happiness. 🏳️‍🌈❤️ This Pride Week, we stand shoulder to shoulder with the LGBTQ+ community, offering our unwavering support and inclusive care. 🌈✨ #PrideWeek2023 #SupportInclusion #PhysicalTherapyForAll #LoveIsLove #restoremotion #wellness #health #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy

New education cards! Hope everyone gets an A+!! 🍎 If there has been a prolonged time of poor diet, inadequate hydration, altered sleep, illness, inactivity, or just “off schedule” your BMs may not be as easy as they should be. Knowing how to coordinate breath, muscle relaxation and muscle activity can be tricky. Use these helpful tips to keep things moving for a real royal flush👑 #restoremotion #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #pelvicfloor #pelvicfloorPT #constipation #smoothmove #continence

🎾✨ Thank you, French Open @rolandgarros and @wta Training Team! ✨🎾 I am incredibly grateful for the amazing experience of working as a physiotherapist for the tennis athletes at the French Open. It has been an honor to be part of such an exceptional team and contribute to the well-being of these incredible athletes. To the athletes, thank you for trusting me with your care and allowing me to be a part of your success. Your hard work and commitment to your craft are truly remarkable. It has been a privilege to work with each and every one of you. I also want to express my gratitude to my colleagues and the entire medical staff. Your expertise, collaboration, and support have made this experience even more rewarding. Together, we have created an environment where these athletes can thrive. Merci beaucoup, French Open and WTA Training Team. 🙏❤️ #restoremotion #bethesda #health #wellness #paris #athletes #FrenchOpen #WTA #PhysicalTherapist #Grateful #Inspired #Tennis #SportsMedicine #thankyou

Excited to be connected to the partnership between @wta WTA performance Health team and @hologic Both organizations “rally around their collective mission to champion women while modernizing their respective industries of healthcare and sports” Leading women’s health into the future! #hologicxwta #herhealthadvantage #restoremotion #northbethesda #pelvicfloorPT #women #health #fitness #feminist

Memorial Day! ☀️Summer! 🍉 Pool is open! ⛱️ Decoration Day 🇺🇸 to honor our fallen Service People. (May there be no future graves to decorate.) Miriam’s cousin ~twice removed~ gave his life at Pearl Harbor. Victor Willard Ogle, S2c USN, USS Arizona #restoremotion #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #honorfallenvets #usnavy

Heavy hearts today with the news Mark Bookhout, our Teacher, Mentor, and Friend, died yesterday. Thankful he transitioned at home surrounded by family and hospice care. What an amazing man and teacher! Mark, we miss you. Our hearts are with your family 💔💐❤️‍🩹 We share what we learned from you with our students, colleagues, and of course during patient care. Reshma and I remember our first lecture with you in Tucson — rib cage and thoracic spine mechanics (back in the ‘90s😎) So many clinical pearls, memories of shared meals, and lots of laughter Pics above are from a course we invited Mark to teach, and another we invited Gail Wetzler to teach at Restore Motion. Mark was my lab partner for Gail’s course (No pressure😳) Mark, you live on in the hearts, minds, and HANDS of your many students 💕 Your teaching continues to benefit our patients. Thank you! #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #restoremotion #payitforward #manualmedicine

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms today! ❤️

We are often asked what makes Restore Motion different from other clinics? One of the biggest factors that distinguishes us as a PT clinic is how we always prioritizing continued education. We believe that learning from each other is crucial to providing the best care for our patients. That’s why we have monthly motion rounds where our team members teach each other new skills and practices. This month, our PT, Kristina, shared her expertise on “The Holistic Treatment for Postpartum and Pregnancy.” We’re proud to have such knowledgeable and dedicated team members who are constantly striving to improve and provide the best care possible. Stay tuned for more updates on our commitment to continued education! #RestoreMotion #PhysicalTherapy #ContinuedEducation #HolisticTreatment #Postpartum #pregnancy

May is Hypermobility Awareness Month! If you experience joint pain, frequent dislocations, or have a family history of hypermobility, it’s important to be aware of the Beighton Scale. This quick test can help determine if you have joint hypermobility syndrome. Here’s how to score the test: 1. Extend your pinky finger back beyond 90 degrees. 2. Extend your thumb to touch your forearm. 3. Bend your elbow backwards- is there more than 10 deg hyperextension? 4. Bend your knee backwards- is there more than 10 deg hyperextension? 5. Place your palms flat on the floor without bending your knees. For each item you can do, give yourself one point. If you score four or more out of five, you may have hypermobility. However, a diagnosis of hypermobility syndrome requires additional medical evaluation. Take care of your joints and listen to your body. If you experience any symptoms, talk to your physician or physical therapist! Spread awareness by sharing this post with your friends and family! #hypermobilityawarenessmonth #hypermobility #beightonscale #joints #jointpain #dislocations #jointdislocations #health #wellness #medical #medicine #healthcare #awareness

👏 Let's give a big round of applause to Reshma for completing the Pikes Peek 10k! 🏅 Your dedication and hard work paid off and you've helped to "restore motion" to your body. 💪 We're so proud of you and your accomplishment! Keep pushing yourself to new heights and inspiring others along the way. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Great race- and wanted to recognize some of our colleagues for sponsoring! @rnjsports @proaction_pt #PikesPeek10k #RestoreMotion #10kFinisher #restoremotion #bethesda #rockville 👏👏👏

Thanks @creditonecharlestonopen for a great tournament! Always enjoy working with @wta’s great team of physiotherapist, physicians, massage therapist, athletic trainers, and athletes! Until next tournament !

Let’s talk about C-sections! 🤰🏻👶🏻 It’s important to emphasize that a C-section is a major abdominal surgery that requires serious attention and care! Did you know that during the procedure, multiple layers of tissue are cut through. 7 layers to be specific. Skin Fat Fascia Abdominal muscles Peritoneum Uterus Amniotic Sac Each layer requires time to heal properly. As we celebrate the miracle of childbirth, let’s also remember to appreciate the strength and resilience of those who undergo a C-section. 💪🏻 #CSectionAwareness #SeriousSurgery #MiracleOfChildbirth #restoremotion #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #pelvicawareness #maternalhealth

Love being a part of this amazing physiotherapy team at the Indian Wells tennis tournament! 🎾👏🏼 Putting in hard work and dedication to keeping our players in top shape! Thankful for all the tireless efforts of this team 💪🏼🙌🏼 #IndianWells #TennisPhysiotherapy #ThankYou #SportsMedicine

Here's to the strong women: may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them. Happy International Women's Day! #IWD2023 #StrongWomen #GirlPower"

Last month was a celebratory culmination of hard work and dedication as we gathered for our annual holiday party. The festivities were captured in stunning photographs that perfectly encapsulate the joy and camaraderie shared among colleagues. Our team truly shines in these moments of leisure, bonding, and gratitude. We're grateful for each other's company and the memories we created together. Enjoy this photo dump as we take a stroll down memory lane, reliving the fun and laughter of the night. #HolidayParty #TeamSpirit #Memories #Gratitude #Celebration" #workfamily#restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

Restore Motion wants to shine a light on the incredible contributions of black business owners in the fitness industry! Meet Aliyah Hatcher, the founder of Pilates Center of Rockville, a Pilates studio dedicated to empowering people of all backgrounds to improve their health and wellness. Aliyah is a true trailblazer in the industry, and we’re proud to support her mission and vision. I have a singular focus at my studio. “Come as you are. Leave at your best.” Everything I do is centered around creating that result and experience for every single client, every day. - Aliyah We refer many of our patients to Pilates Center of Rockville, because we know their team of Nationally Certified Pilates Instructors have extensive knowledge of injury rehabilitation, anatomy, and movement science. They offer one-on-one lessons, along with group classes on Pilates equipment and the mat, where instructors guide their clients to make sure they are moving safely.  We encourage everyone to support black-owned businesses like Pilates Center of Rockville and help create a more diverse and inclusive fitness community.  #BlackHistoryMonth #SupportBlackBusiness #FitnessForAll #EmpoweredWomen #buyblack

Restore Motion wants to shine a light on the incredible contributions of black business owners in the fitness industry! Meet Aliyah Hatcher, the founder of Pilates Center of Rockville, a Pilates studio dedicated to empowering people of all backgrounds to improve their health and wellness. Aliyah is a true trailblazer in the industry, and we're proud to support her mission and vision. I have a singular focus at my studio. “Come as you are. Leave at your best.” Everything I do is centered around creating that result and experience for every single client, every day. - Aliyah We refer many of our patients to Pilates Center of Rockville, because we know their team of Nationally Certified Pilates Instructors have extensive knowledge of injury rehabilitation, anatomy, and movement science. They offer one-on-one lessons, along with group classes on Pilates equipment and the mat, where instructors guide their clients to make sure they are moving safely.  We encourage everyone to support black-owned businesses like Pilates Center of Rockville and help create a more diverse and inclusive fitness community.  #BlackHistoryMonth #SupportBlackBusiness #FitnessForAll #EmpoweredWomen #buyblack

Winter is still here.. which means gloomy dark days. Did you know that this can put you at risk of Vitamin D deficiency? Here are a few reasons why you should pay attention to your Vitamin D levels during the winter months: 1. Helps Fight Winter Blues: Vitamin D has been linked to improved mood and can help combat the seasonal affective disorder (SAD) that affects many people during the winter. 2. Boosts Immune System: Vitamin D is important for a healthy immune system, and getting enough of this nutrient can help keep you healthy during cold and flu season. 3. Supports Bone Health: Vitamin D is necessary for the absorption of calcium, which is essential for strong bones and teeth. Without enough Vitamin D, you could be at risk of bone loss and fractures. So don’t forget to get your daily dose of Vitamin D this winter - whether it’s through a supplement or by spending some time outside during the daylight hours. Your body will thank you! ☀️🥛💊 #vitamind #wintersun #immunesupport #healthylifestyle

Small world, big vacation! Met up with one of our amazing colleagues, Jodi Barth, @centerforfacialrecovery while exploring Madrid! It's always great to catch up with work friends outside of the office and explore new places together. #SmallWorld #ColleaguesOnVacation

We want to give the spotlight to a trailblazer and inspiration to us all. Our colleague, Jenna Perkins WHNP-BC, is the proud owner of DiscovHER health, which is a pelvic health clinic that aims to treat Urology, Urogyn, Sexual Health, and Pelvic Floor disorders. Jenna is a female black business owner and her journey to success is a testament to the strength and resilience of the black community. As we celebrate Black History Month, it is important to acknowledge and honor the contributions and achievements of black women in business and beyond. This month serves as a reminder of the ongoing fight for equality and representation, and we must continue to uplift and support black-owned businesses every day. We want to celebrate our colleague for her unwavering spirit and for breaking barriers in our industry. #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackFemaleOwnedBusiness #Empowerment #Diversity #Inclusion"

Restore Motion out to celebrate an amazing year! Proud of our whole team and so grateful we could get everyone together! Let’s raise a glass to all our achievements and hard work! #workfamily#restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our holiday party! It was wonderful to celebrate the season with such a fantastic group of colleagues. We are grateful for your hard work and dedication throughout the year. Also a special shout-out to @duckandpeach_dc for such a great event. We will definitely be back. Thanks to Natalie our coordinator, Felicia our on-site manager, Ben and Jose our amazing servers! #workfamily#restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

Thank you @intimaterose for all of these samples. We love the Intimate Rose products and often refer patients to their vaginal wands and dilators! They understand women’s health and comfort. Excited to try the new products! #dilators #kegels #health #sport #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

Sleep is under appreciated , underestimated and elusive! For January, Restore Motion is going to focus on educating our followers about … SLEEP! Sleeping less than 7 hours a night (for a healthy adult) is detrimental to a persons health! It causes adverse health outcomes including… 1. Weight gain and obesity 2. Diabetes 3. Hypertension 4. Heart disease and stroke 5. Depression 6. Increase risk of death 7. Impaired immune function 8. Increased pain 9. Impaired performance 10. Increase error 11. Greater risk of incidence Like and follow for more sleeping tidbits! #sleep #health #sport #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

Thank you 2022 for a great year! Here we come 2023! 🎆 ✌🏻

Learning with Dr. John Toerge is always an honor! One of the best teachers and is always willing to help teach the restore motion team ❤️

What an amazing time learning about Pessaries and Prolapse last night with the amazing Jenna Perkins @discovherhealth ! Always a pleasure collaborating and learning from Jenna ❤️

Inside look at the Warner theater! Patrick prepping to take care of the Nutcracker students! #dance #ballet #nutcracker #warnertheatre #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR GEM- Miriam ❤️

Common Bladder Irritants that can cause URINARY LEAKAGE!!

Meet our newest team member.. KERRY!

Teams that learn together… STAY TOGETHER 💪 Learning taping techniques! #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

The I LOVE YOU abdominal massage is a great way to help little ones with constipation and gas. Follow the large intestine and massage to help guide the movement of stool and gas! Use gentle pressure, slow and steady. Abdominal massage should be around 5-10 minutes. #pediatricpelvicfloor #peds #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

Exercise of the week: Glute isometrics! #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

Tis the season of Pumpkin Carving! When lifting heavy pumpkins, make sure you use correct body mechanics. Lift when your LEGS and core, not with your back! #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

Exercise of the week: Turkish Get Up! #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

Exercise of the week: Self Mobilization for Pelvis #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

Exercise of the week: Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch ! #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

Exercise of the week: Piriformis stretch! #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

OCTOBER is National Physical Therapy Month! Stay tune for our post for this month to highlight how great physical therapy is!

One of the most common questions we get from patients is “isn’t sex suppose to hurt after having a baby?” NO NO NO NO! Some reasons sex could be hurting - [ ] Not fully healed yet from delivery - [ ] pelvic floor is too hypertonic - [ ] NEED MORE LUBRICANT - [ ] Vulva is dry - [ ] Decreased estrogen - [ ] Abdominal tightness Pelvic floor PT is here to help! #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

At Restore Motion, we specialize in pelvic floor- BUT WE TREAT EVERYTHING! We look at the body as a whole so that we can get the big picture to find out the root cause of your pain and dysfunction. #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

Come visit our team at Restore Motion!

Hi 🙋🏻‍♀️, Kristina Hsieh, DPT here! Join our free virtual workshop tomorrow September 20 at 1:30-2:45pm! STRONG AS A MOTHER Is an interactive workshop where we discuss the physical recovery of the postpartum experience! LINK IN BIO We address common questions such as … - [ ] Should pain be normal after sex? - [ ] Should I be leaking still? - [ ] Is this discharge normal? - [ ] Do I have a prolapse? - [ ] Do I need to massage my c section scar? - [ ] When do I feel back to my old self?

SPIRIT WINS!!!!⚽️❤️‍🔥💃🏻

Way to go Spirit!! #washingtonspirit #restoremotion #restoremotionphysicaltherapy

Cheering our amazing women on. GOAL Washington Spirit!! Beautiful night to be out supporting our local team! #washingtonspirit #womenssoccer #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #restoremotion #physicaltherapy #kelleyohara #ashleyhatch #torihuster #nicolebarnhart

Cheering our amazing women on. GOAL Washington Spirit!! Beautiful night to be out supporting our local team! #washingtonspirit #womenssoccer #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #restoremotion #physicaltherapy #kelleyohara #ashleyhatch #torihuster #nicolebarnhart

Hispanic heritage month starts today! We wanted to celebrate our Latinas today 💜 Sandra- our amazing operations assistant & Alejandra- our front desk administrative assistant . . . . . . You ladies are amazing and we love you!

Craniosacral therapy 💆🏻‍♀️ is a gentle hands on technique that enhances and guides the bodies ability to self regulate. It is a great way to help calm the autonomic nervous system to allow for the body to heal and recover. At Restore Motion, our therapist integrate craniosacral therapy into practices as a complementary way to treat the body as a whole. First, we must always start with the basics - ANATOMY! Learn the cranial bones: occipital bone, frontal bone, sphenoid, and parietal bones #craniosacral #hollistic #upledger #homeostasis restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

At Restore Motion, We work as a team to continuing learning and collaborating with each other. This promotes an ongoing learning environment for our physical therapist so that we can learn and acquire new skills to help our patient population!

September is PROSTATE AWARENESS MONTH! Know your risk factors! 1. Age over 50 years old 2. Family history of Prostate cancer 3. African American decent 4. Diet high in red meat and low in fruits and vegetables How many factors do you check off? Get your Prostate checked! #prostateawareness #prostate #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

ITS BACK TO SCHOOL TIME! Parents and students- Make sure you are wearing you backpack correctly so that you can prevent back pain in the future. Because let’s be honest, books 📚 and laptops👩🏻‍💻 ARE HEAVY! Use the straps and make sure your backpack is against your body so that you can better use your core for stability! Restore motion is here to look out for the ergonomics of all our students. STUDY HARD! 💯 #backtoschool #ergonomics #pain #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

5 Benefits of baby carrying! 1. Helps with infants physical development 2. Makes your baby feel safe and secure 3. Frees your hands 4. Baby can see their surroundings 5. Encourages bonding #moms #momlife #babycarrier #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

Great workshop with @pilatescenterofrockville yesterday. What a great team!

Pilates is such a great way to safely strengthen! Rashida is an instructor at Pilates Center of Rockville and she does an amazing job cueing exercises! We always feel confident sending our patients to this studio because they have trained professional instructors that know how to bridge that gap between PT and community exercise. Love collaborating with Aliyah and Rashida! #pilates #strong #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

Shoutout to all the breastfeeding, nursing, formula feeding, and pumping moms out there! I don’t know why we don’t say this more, but FEEDING A BABY IS HARD. Whether it is trying to get a baby to latch, milk supply, clogged ducts, washing pump and bottle parts, being on call every 2-3 hrs, oversupply, undersupply, formula planning, baby allergies, keeping track of milk time… SO MUCH TO THINK ABOUT! We want to respect all moms because everyone’s journey is different. FED IS BEST! Thank you to @elvie for their wireless pumps that I love. It makes pumping at work so much easier. Thank you to @lansinohusa for the breast milk bags that have been amazing at storing my breast milk. #breastfeedingawareness #mom #breastfeeding restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

Congratulations to the G.O.A.T 🐐@serenawilliams Thanks for everything you brought to this sport. You empower young girls and women to be strong, brave, independent, and courageous. Your path to greatness has been monumental and we can’t wait to follow your journey post tennis. Thank you Serena! #tennis #retirement #serena#serenawillims #sport #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy

For the love of the game 🎾❤️🎾

HAPPY 18th Birthday to @restoremotion! Restore Motion was founded in 2004 by Reshma Rathod and Miriam Graham! Two bad ass women who dedicated their careers to helping the DMV community. What started as a specialty in women’s health physical therapy that has grown to treating men/women/pediatric pelvic floor, orthopedic, dance, professional athletes, gait, neurological dysfunctions, visceral, craniosacral, ultrasound, and so much more! Reshma and Miriam were classmates in the Thomas Jefferson Physical therapy program. Circa 1992. Shoutout to all of our colleagues, friends, family, and patients that have helped us grow as a company over these 18 years! #sport #restoremotionphysicaltherapy #bethesda #northbethesda #rockville #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #health #movement#holistic#restoremotion#body #muscles #joints #ligaments #injury#physiotherapy #osteopathicmedicine #medicine #movement #wellness #anatomy #anniversary #smallbusinessowner #girlboss