Stephen Doub

Home Treatment vs. Clinic Treatment: Which Is Right for You?

Stephen Doub

Published on: 25/08/2025

When looking for physical therapy in Newport Beach, many people ask whether they’ll benefit more from visiting a clinic or receiving in-home physical therapy. Both approaches can be effective, but the right choice depends on your lifestyle, condition, and goals. At Coastal Care Mobile Physical Therapy, we specialize in bringing one-on-one, personalized care directly to your home. Here’s how mobile PT compares to traditional clinic-based treatment.

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Should You Ice an Injury? Why Cold Therapy May Slow Healing

Stephen Doub

Published on: 18/08/2025

At Coastal Care Mobile Physical Therapy in Newport Beach, we often get asked: “Should I ice my injury?” For years, the go-to answer was “yes”—but new research shows that icing may actually delay healing instead of speeding it up.

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Understanding Your Three Balance Systems — And How We Train Them in Physical Therapy

Stephen Doub

Published on: 09/07/2025

Staying balanced isn’t just about standing on one leg — it’s about your body’s incredible ability to process information from multiple systems all at once. At Coastal Care Mobile PT, balance training is a vital part of what we do, especially for those recovering from injury, surgery, or simply looking to reduce fall risk. But did you know your body relies on three distinct balance systems to stay upright and steady

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How Thoracic Spine Manipulations Can Calm the Nervous System

Stephen Doub

Published on: 17/06/2025

If you’ve ever experienced tension, anxiety, or pain that seems to linger no matter what you do, your nervous system might be working overtime. At Coastal Care Mobile PT, one of the most effective tools we use to help restore balance and calm is thoracic spine manipulation—a hands-on technique targeting the mid-back. But how does this simple technique influence something as complex as your nervous system?

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