SaintJames Physical Therapy Center

11/04/2026

No clinic today (Saturday).

Thank you!

No clinic tomorrow, Saturday (April 11, 2026).
Thank you!

10/04/2026

No clinic tomorrow, Saturday (April 11, 2026).
Thank you!

28/02/2026

ATTENTION TO OUR DEAR CLIENTS‼️

This is our schedule for this week:

WEDNESDAY (Feb 25) : 10am - 2pm
FRIDAY (Feb 27) : 10am-12pm
SATURDAY (Feb 28) : NO CLINIC

For inquiries please call/text
09199785873

23/10/2025

💥𝒮𝓊𝒻𝒻𝑒𝓇𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝒻𝓇𝑜𝓂 𝐿𝑜𝓌 𝐵𝒶𝒸𝓀 𝒫𝒶𝒾𝓃 (𝐿𝐵𝒫)?😖
You're not alone! It's one of the most common reasons people seek medical help.

Here's what you need to know from your Physical Therapists:

1. 𝓜𝓸𝓽𝓲𝓸𝓷 𝓲𝓼 𝓛𝓸𝓽𝓲𝓸𝓷:
While resting might seem helpful, prolonged bed rest can actually slow your recovery! Gentle movement, like walking or specific, light stretches, is often key to easing pain and promoting healing.

2. 𝓒𝓸𝓻𝓮 𝓢𝓽𝓻𝓮𝓷𝓰𝓽𝓱 𝓲𝓼 𝓒𝓻𝓾𝓬𝓲𝓪𝓵:
Your "core" (the muscles around your abdomen, sides, and back) acts like a natural brace for your spine. A Physical Therapist can teach you the right exercises (like the 'Pelvic Tilt') to strengthen these muscles safely.

3. 𝓘𝓽'𝓼 𝓜𝓸𝓻𝓮 𝓣𝓱𝓪𝓷 𝓙𝓾𝓼𝓽 𝓟𝓪𝓲𝓷:
LBP can be complex. We look at everything from your posture and body mechanics to the way you lift, sit, and sleep. We work to find the root cause of your pain, not just treat the symptom.

4. 𝓟𝓮𝓻𝓼𝓸𝓷𝓪𝓵𝓲𝔃𝓮𝓭 𝓣𝓻𝓮𝓪𝓽𝓶𝓮𝓷𝓽 𝓦𝓸𝓻𝓴𝓼:
There is no one-size-fits-all cure. Your PT will design a custom plan that may include targeted exercises, posture correction, and pain-relief modalities to get you back to your normal activities.

Don't let LBP limit your life! If your pain lasts more than a few days or keeps you from your daily routine, schedule a session with a Physical Therapist.
We are here to help you move better, feel better, and live pain-free.

27/09/2025

We are closed today due to power and water outage after . To give you proper service, we will resume operations once utilities are fully restored.

Thank you for your understanding. Stay safe and dry, everyone! 💖

25/09/2025

We are closed today due to bad weather conditions.

Bagyong Opong is expected to directly affect Oriental Mindoro, according to PAGASA (Sept 26, 2025).

Stay safe and dry! ☔️

15/09/2025

29/07/2025

Buti pa si B**g Go naka-hotpack at TENS na. Ikaw, kelan mo ipapa-PT yang backpain mo? 🤭

'HEALTH IS WEALTH'

Senator Christopher “B**g” Go reminded the public on Monday to prioritize their well-being after undergoing an X-ray and physical therapy due to a severe back spasm.

“Huwag matakot magpa-hospital. Alagaan ang kalusugan dahil ang kalusugan ay katumbas ng buhay ng bawat Pilipino,” Go said.

“Health is wealth! Pangalagaan ang ating kalusugan!” he added.

The senator, who chairs the Senate Committee on Health, missed President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday because of his condition. (Facebook/B**g Go)

23/07/2025

23/07/2025

We need to stop thinking of osteoarthritis (OA) as just a “wear-and-tear” disease. The science now tells a more nuanced story—one where metabolic dysfunction plays a central role. Not the only role. But an important one.

Yes, obesity increases joint load, particularly in weight-bearing joints such as the knees. In fact, for every 5-point increase in BMI, the risk of knee OA rises by 35%. But the connection doesn’t stop there.

Hand osteoarthritis is also significantly more common in individuals with obesity. The hands don’t bear weight—so clearly, something more than load is at play.

That “something” is a constellation of metabolic abnormalities:

-Chronic hyperglycemia
-Insulin resistance
-Dyslipidemia
-Hypertension
-Systemic inflammation

These factors fuel joint degeneration from within. Elevated glucose levels stimulate the production of proinflammatory cytokines and matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), which damage cartilage and degrade joint tissue. Insulin resistance and visceral fat contribute to chronic, low-grade inflammation, which in turn alters joint biology.

The same metabolic dysfunction that damages blood vessels, nerves, and organs also erodes joint integrity.

So no, osteoarthritis is not just a mechanical disease. It’s a metabolic one too.

The implications?
Managing OA means addressing load and biology. That includes: – Reducing visceral adiposity – Improving insulin sensitivity – Controlling inflammation – Engaging in strength training and aerobic movement – Prioritizing sleep and stress management.

OA is not always inevitable. It’s often modifiable. However, only if we understand what is driving it.

23/07/2025

Despite the government announcement suspending classes and closing government offices due to the weather, we will remain OPEN today to serve you!

✅ All scheduled appointments will push through
✅ Walk-ins are welcome

Please travel safely and don’t hesitate to message us if you have any questions or need to reschedule.

Stay dry and take care! ☔