Did you know that: 10% of all contact sport athletes sustain concussions each year. The CDC estimates that 1.6-3.8 million concussions occur each year in the US; with many going unreported. Athletes who sustain a [...]
For people with chronic pain or medical conditions, participating in sports and other activities may be out of the question, but physical therapy can help. Even for those who believe themselves to be in good [...]
While we often read and hear about sports-related concussion in the media, it is important to know that our senior citizens are also at risk for a concussion; likely due to a fall or a [...]
Your car needs regular maintenance, so you probably have a mechanic. Your eyes and teeth are important, so you see your optometrist and dentist regularly. You get an annual physical from your family physician. [...]
If you can answer yes to any of the questions below, you may be at risk to sustain a fall: Have you fallen in the past year? Are you on 4 or more prescribed medications? [...]
Are you having shoulder pain, shoulder weakness, and difficulty with performing self-care, home activities, work tasks or hobbies? Has your posture become more rounded and your head more forward? Have you lost shoulder range [...]
When winter comes around, shoveling snow is a necessity. However, if done incorrectly, you can cause yourself serious harm. A 17-year study was published in the American Journal of Emergency Medicine, with results stating that [...]
The holidays can be a challenging time when it comes to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. In fact, between mid-November and mid-January, adults in Western societies gain an average of 1 pound. This may not [...]
Sports injuries are incredibly common this time of year. Football season is in full swing, basketball season is right around the corner, and the MLB season has just wrapped up, meaning offseason workouts are right [...]
It's probably not the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about cancer recovery, but physical therapy is becoming an increasingly important and beneficial part of cancer rehabilitation. The American Cancer Society advises [...]
Physical therapists are experts in the musculoskeletal system, and typically use patient history and a good physical exam to come to a diagnosis and treatment plan. However, PTs are increasingly using diagnostic imaging as they [...]
When most people think of diagnostic imaging, they think of X-rays, CT scans and MRIs, but the use of musculoskeletal ultrasound is becoming more popular for physical therapists. With most states having direct access laws, [...]
