SB Physio Blog: Your Guide to Physical Therapy & Movement
LightForce® 25W Laser Therapy: Fast, Effective Pain Relief in Santa Barbara
Experience deep tissue healing with LightForce laser therapy — precision treatment for pain, inflammation, and recovery.
Radial Shockwave Therapy: Healing Power for Stubborn Pain
RPW2 Shockwave Therapy targets chronic tendon and muscle injuries — stimulating healing where it’s needed most.
Ice vs. Heat: Which One Should You Use?
SB Physio infographic comparing ice vs heat therapy, showing when to use each for injuries, swelling, soreness, stiffness, and recovery.
Red Light Therapy: What It Is and How It Helps
Photobiomodulation red light therapy device next to treatment table in Santa Barbara physical therapy clinic
How Many Physical Therapy Sessions Do I Need?
Smiling physical therapy patient at SB Physio completing a full plan of care in Santa Barbara
How to Use a Foam Roller: A Physical Therapist’s Guide
Patient foam rolling hamstrings at SB Physio physical therapy clinic in Santa Barbara
Sit-to-Stand Test: A Simple Measure of Strength and Balance
A chair that a patient can use to perform the sit to stand test
Out-of-Network Billing at SB Physio
Out-of-network physical therapy session at SB Physio in Santa Barbara.
What Is PEMF Therapy? Benefits of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Treatment
PEMF therapy setup with PULSE brand high-intensity pulsed electromagnetic field machine and treatment chair at SB Physio Recovery Room in Santa Barbara.
Can You Start PT Without a Referral?
Open sign symbolizing direct access physical therapy in California — no referral needed to start care at SB Physio in Santa Barbara.
Discovery Calls at SB Physio: Finding the Right Fit for Your Care
Person using smartphone to schedule a discovery call with a physical therapist at SB Physio in Santa Barbara
Pickleball: Fun, Fast-Growing… and dTough on Your Body
Two pickleball paddles and a ball resting at the net—pickleball is booming in Santa Barbara, and SB Physio helps players stay healthy on the court.
What Is an ACL Injury? How It Happens and the Role of Physical Therapy in Recovery
Patient stretching knee to improve flexibility and mobility as part of physical therapy and rehabilitation.
Why Ankle Range of Motion Matters
Anatomical illustration of the human ankle joint showing bones and structure, used for physical therapy and foot and ankle education.
Why Single-Leg Stance Is a Key Measure of Function
A figurine standing on one leg with the opposite knee bent at 90 degrees, arms slightly out for balance, illustrating a single-leg stance test.
How Much Does Physical Therapy Cost in Santa Barbara?
Man calculating medical costs with a calculator and books, symbolizing physical therapy pricing transparency in Santa Barbara at SB Physio.
Prevent Falls, Build Strength, and Stay Social with BalanceStrong
Senior adults practicing balance exercises in SB Physio’s BalanceStrong class – improving strength, stability, and fall prevention in Santa Barbara.
Want to Play Better Golf? Start in the Gym, Not the Driving Range
Golfer driving ball off tee with improved mobility and strength from GolfFit training at SB Physio in Santa Barbara.
3 Things Most People Overlook in Their Recovery (And How Physical Therapy Can Help)
Question mark symbol representing the overlooked recovery strategies athletes often miss in their training and rehab.
Dynamic vs. Static Stretching: What Every Athlete Should Know
Group of people stretching to demonstrate the difference between dynamic warm-up exercises and static stretching for recovery.