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Your Guide to Physical Therapy in Cherokee County: What to Expect at Your First Visit
Learn what to expect at your first physical therapy visit in Cherokee County, GA. The Impact Initiative PT in Woodstock & Canton helps active adults and athletes recover and perform at their best.
Blake Carter
Dec 22, 20254 min read


Early Specialization: Are Kids Playing Too Much of One Sport Too Soon?
Early specialization happens when a child focuses on one sport, year-round, before puberty, usually before age 12, often with little to no time off for rest or participation in other sports.
Miranda Arrington
Oct 20, 20254 min read


Shoulder Pain Unpacked: Mobility vs. Stability—What’s Really Holding You Back?
Shoulder pain is a common complaint we see in our clinic—whether you’re pressing heavy, swimming laps, or simply reaching overhead to...
Blake Carter
Jul 8, 20252 min read


Running Cadence Decoded: Why Step Rate Matters (and How to Harness It)
Optimizing running cadence isn’t about mindlessly raising your step rate—it’s about tuning your mechanics, reducing harmful loads, and unlocking smoother, more economical running. Start by measuring your baseline, then experiment with small increases.
Blake Carter
Jul 4, 20253 min read


Elevating Youth Athletes: How Physical Therapy Fuels Performance and Longevity
At The Impact Initiative, we partner with youth athletes to build resilient bodies, fine-tune movement patterns, and lay the foundation for lifelong performance and injury resilience.
Blake Carter
Jun 24, 20253 min read
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