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Exercise-Based Prevention Programs May Reduce The Risk For Falls
As we explained in our last newsletter, falls represent one of the greatest burdens on the population over 65 years, and consequently, the entire healthcare system. While not all falls result in serious injury, those that do can have significant long-term
September 14, 2021
[More]Falls Can Have Dire Consequences And Major Costs For Older Adults
Although falls in older adults are responsible for nearly one million hospitalizations and tens of billions of dollars in healthcare spending, many people are not properly informed about the scope of the problem or what they can do to address it. This is
September 7, 2021
[More]Most Cases Of Tennis Elbow Will Improve With Physical Therapy
Tennis is a great form of physical activity that works out many parts of the body due to its demanding dynamics, but just like every other sport, it also comes with a risk for injury. The most common injury in the sport is called lateral epicondylitis,
August 24, 2021
[More]Elbow Pain Is Common In Golfers Due To Repetitive Bending & Twisting
So far, we’ve been primarily focusing on repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) that result from performing the same movements regularly in one’s occupation. But sports—both as a profession and a recreational activity—typically require certain motions
August 17, 2021
[More]A Physical Therapy Program Is Best For Nerve-Related Repetitive Strain
Our hands are the main tools that we use to navigate the world around us. Most—if not all—professions require some use of the hands to complete the task, whether that’s grooming dogs, typing at a computer, or trimming trees. Unfortunately, these rep
August 10, 2021
[More]Repeating Same Movements Every Day Can Lead To Painful Symptoms
Throughout a typical day, you use your hands, wrists, and elbows almost constantly. From vigorously brushing your teeth in the morning, to switching the lights off before bed, and during just about every other action in between, these joints are frequentl
August 3, 2021
[More]Correcting Posture Is Hard Work That Often Requires Physical Therapy
By now, the many ways in which posture can influence the body and the importance of practicing good posture should be abundantly clear. If you’re interested in taking more control over your own posture, performing the exercises and techniques described
July 27, 2021
[More]Proper Breathing Is Key To Posture And Pain
In our first newsletter, we briefly mentioned how bad posture, neck pain, and respiratory function are all related. This relationship is worth a closer examination, too, as improving the way you breath is a key to better posture, reduced pain, and less st
July 20, 2021
[More]Answers To Your Frequently Asked Questions About Posture And Pain
In our last post, we introduced you to the concept of posture, explained what is meant by good versus poor posture, and offered a few examples of painful conditions and other dysfunctions that may be related to poor posture. But since this was only the in
July 13, 2021
[More]If You’re Dealing With Pain, Consider Your Posture
You may not give much thought to your posture, but you probably should. Posture isn’t just about standing up straight to boost your appearance. Whether you keep good posture or poor posture may also have implications on certain aspects of your health an
July 6, 2021
[More]Consider The Mixed Evidence On Glucosamine And Chondroitin Sulfate
Osteoarthritis affects up to 31 million Americans, making it one of the most common conditions in the nation. The resulting joint pain can be devastating for these individuals, and the longer osteoarthritis progresses, the greater the disability becomes.
June 22, 2021
[More]Physical Therapy Is The Best Way To Address Shoulder Pain
As we explained in our last newsletter, there are several steps you can take to reduce your risk for shoulder pain, but even if you follow these measures to a T, pain may still develop for reasons that are partially out of your control. If you do begin no
June 15, 2021
[More]Our Top 4 Tips For Preventing Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain can be an extremely bothersome issue to deal with. Although you may not realize it, you use your shoulder on a frequent basis throughout most days, since it permits many of the movements that involves your arms. So if a problem arises that l
June 8, 2021
[More]Answering Common Questions To Understand Painful Shoulder Conditions
The shoulder doesn’t always get the recognition it deserves. As the only major joint that can rotate a full 360°, the shoulder is the most mobile and flexible joint in the body, and this flexibility allows you do things like throw a baseball, reach for
June 1, 2021
[More]A Physical Therapist Can Help You Overcome Exercising Barriers
As we discussed in our first newsletter this month, most people are aware that exercise is good for you and is recommended for achieving and maintaining optimal health. Yet still, a significant portion of the population doesn’t do it. We mentioned in th
May 25, 2021
[More]The Best Diet For You Is The One You Can Stick With
Dieting can be overwhelming. With new research constantly emerging, new diets seemingly popping up every week, and experts regularly claiming to have discovered the magic bullet to weight loss or nutrition, it’s difficult to even keep track of what’s
May 18, 2021
[More]You Have Questions About HIIT And MICT And We Have Answers
In our last newsletter, we explored a few of the many health benefits associated with regular physical activity and discussed two popular approaches to exercise that are worth considering: high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and moderate-intensity c
May 11, 2021
[More]Exercise Can Improve Your Health In Less Time Than You Think
If there’s anything the public knows about exercise, it’s simple: doing it is good for you. This association is undoubtedly common knowledge by this point, but what many people may not fully understand is just how far these benefits go. Research conti
May 4, 2021
[More]Seeing A Physical Therapist Early Can Help With Long-Term Success
In our last three newsletters, we’ve looked into the most common causes of low back pain and offered some tips on what to do if and when it strikes. Taking these steps and making other smart lifestyle changes—like moving more, sitting less, and improv
April 27, 2021
[More]Following A Plant-Based Diet Could Help Alleviate Lower Back Pain
Low back pain is more complex than it might appear on the surface. Many conditions can be responsible—as we discussed in our first newsletter—and there are also numerous potential factors that could play a role in the development of pain, some of whic
April 20, 2021
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