It’s one of those things that you take for granted…until it’s gone and then boy, do you miss it: your balance. When you have balance problems even simple activities like standing, sitting, and walking can be difficult or even dangerous. We tell you what…
If you’ve resolved (or even only just decided) to make getting healthier a priority in the new year, why not try an activity that can benefit your entire body and that’s even used by professional athletes? Pilates is often confused by some as being…
It’s that time of year again: the time when holiday indulgences give way to post-holiday regret and the inevitable making of New Year’s resolutions. Year after year, “losing weight,” “getting more exercise,” “eating better,” and “getting in shape” tend to make some of the…
You likely ended up in your physical therapist’s office through no fault or planning of your own; however, the way you leave physical therapy has a lot to do with you! While your physical therapist has years of education, training, and experience in his/her…
While the term “frozen shoulder” might sound like something you experience in winter, it’s actually a common term for an unpleasant medical condition: adhesive capulitis. We tell you what frozen shoulder is, what the symptoms are, and what you can do about it… Frozen…
Have you ever wondered what makes one older person active, mobile, and energetic, while another person of the same age is sedentary, immobile, and doesn’t do much beyond the occasional doctor’s visit or grocery trip? You may not be able to blame it all…
The holiday season can be hectic, and if you’re like most people there just aren’t enough hours in the day to finish your gift-buying to-do list. Do you have someone on your list who seems impossible to shop for? We put together a list…
“I’m tired.” We hear it all the time: from co-workers, our friends, our significant others, and our kids. We often say it ourselves. Let’s face it, we’re a nation that runs on not enough sleep and a lot of caffeine to make up for…
Every sport and fitness activity has a own unique set of risks and rewards; however, certain activities come with a very specific type of injury often seen by your physical therapist. People who enjoy endurance sports, i.e., running, biking, or triathlons, face an increased…
With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season (not to mention the often unpleasant weather), it’s easy to ignore your health and put off your workouts. Yet with a little planning ahead, who’s to say you can’t combine some seasonal tasks and gentle…
