Health and Wellness
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Recommended Pelvic Floor Products
June 27, 2025
Choosing the right products for your health can feel a bit overwhelming. There are so many options out there! As a pelvic floor physical therapist, I’ve put together a list of some of our favorite products for women’s health to help make things a little easier. We know that dealing with pelvic health concerns can […]
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What to Expect at Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy
June 25, 2025
Values and Missions Overheard in the waiting room before a patient’s first visit, as he looked at the pictures of our team in Standale: “How come I got the mean-looking one? All the other people look so nice in their pictures.” Now I knew I had my work cut out for me to win this […]
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Body Mechanics and Tips For Yardwork
June 11, 2025
It’s that time of year again – it looks like Old Man Winter has released his grip on the West Coast of Michigan, and spring is here! As the snow melts away to reveal all the landscaping and yard work projects that have been waiting for us the past few months, we want to remind […]
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The Effects of Exercise on Mental Health
May 13, 2025
Exercise and physical activity are important for nearly all aspects of life, including not only physical but also mental health. Exercise can help moderate stress levels within the body, improve cognitive function, increase muscle mass, regulate inflammation, reduce body fat, and improve self-image1. Additionally, research has increasingly demonstrated support for exercise and its positive effects […]
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SIJ Pain in Pregnancy
April 24, 2025
The miracle of growing a baby is truly a special occasion—one that is filled with many unforgettable moments, from a baby’s first kicks and rolls to finding out the gender. Unfortunately, along with all these highs, there are common lows that come with pregnancy. Symptoms can range from acid reflux to swollen hands and feet […]
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Return to Running After a Winter Off
April 2, 2025
Do you consider yourself a “fair weather” runner? Do you avoid running in the winter because it’s too cold and snowy? Maybe you prefer running in warmer temperatures and sunny skies. As many runners take the winter off and get back into running this spring, here are a few suggestions to help the transition go […]
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Spring Break Travel Tips
March 14, 2025
With the Spring/Summer season quickly approaching, many of us will be traveling by plane, boat, or car to various relaxing destinations or vacations. There is nothing worse than feeling stiff, sore, and tired from those extensive traveling days. With prolonged traveling, one of the best things to do for your body is to stretch it […]
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Athletic Trainer vs Physical Therapist
March 5, 2025
Myself and a few other clinicians at Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy had a unique journey in becoming physical therapists. We all became certified athletic trainers before becoming physical therapists. With this combination, we have a unique perspective on treatment for our patients as a dual credentialed clinician. We all have a passion for sports, caring […]
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Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy Expands to Holland
February 5, 2025
Local Physical Therapy Company Opens 24th Location Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy Now Open in the Holland Community Holland, MI: Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy, the leading locally owned physical therapy company in West Michigan, continues to expand. Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy opened its newest location on February 3rd located at 12365 James Street, Suite 30, Holland, […]
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Benefits of an Ice Bath
November 14, 2024
“What do you think about ice baths?” This is a question I have been getting quite frequently in the clinic over the last year or so. The popularity of ice baths seems to be on the rise, but what is the science behind this practice? Is this extreme intervention best practiced by professional athletes, or […]