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10/03/2025

A Guide to Stronger Bones: Bone Health Awareness Week is important, making it the perfect time to think about the health of your skeleton. Many people experience bone and joint problems, but the good news is that you can take steps to prevent them. Here are some key tips for building and maintaining strong bones. Nutrition for Bone Health To […]

Bone Health Awareness Week is important, making it the perfect time to think about the health of your skeleton. Many people experience bone and joint problems, but the good news is that you can t

09/23/2025

Active Habits for Desk-Bound Days: The Department of Health and Human Services recommends at least 150 minutes a week of moderate exercise for optimum health. This can be harder to achieve if you work a sedentary job. But being overly sedentary could mean a higher likelihood of developing high blood pressure, obesity, and cardiovascular disease. Here are some tips for […]

09/19/2025

Don’t Let Knee Pain Linger – Understand PFPS and How to Tackle It for Good: Knee pain isn’t just a fleeting inconvenience; it can be a long-term challenge if not properly addressed. One common culprit is patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), a condition affecting about 23% of people in general, and nearly 29% of active adolescents.1 Why PFPS Can Become a Stubborn Issue It’s not rare for PFPS to stick around, […]

09/05/2025

“Fall Proof” Your Home: According to the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, accidental falls are the leading cause of injury and death for adults age 65 and older. Each year, 1 in 3 retirees, about 11 million people, experience a fall, and 60% of these incidents happen inside the home. For many, the goal is to remain […]

According to the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, accidental falls are the leading cause of injury and death for adults age 65 and older. Each year, 1 in 3 retirees, about 11 mi

08/26/2025

Fibromyalgia and Benefits of Exercise: Fibromyalgia is a widespread chronic condition marked by persistent musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and tenderness at multiple designated points. Exercise therapy has emerged as a powerful treatment, often matching the effectiveness of medications. Aerobic, resistance, flexibility, or combined exercise routines, especially when overseen by a skilled physical therapist, consistently yield significant benefits. How exercise affects the […]

Fibromyalgia is a widespread chronic condition marked by persistent musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and tenderness at multiple designated points. Exercise therapy has emerged as a powerful treatme

08/08/2025

Physical Therapy in the Treatment of Sciatica: A clinical study highlights the effectiveness of physical therapy in managing sciatica and reducing the likelihood of surgery. Sciatica is characterized by pain, numbness, or weakness radiating from the lower back down the sciatic nerve. In this study, 180 patients diagnosed with sciatica were divided into two groups: one received active physical therapy, and the […]

A clinical study highlights the effectiveness of physical therapy in managing sciatica and reducing the likelihood of surgery. Sciatica is characterized by pain, numbness, or weakness radiating f

07/28/2025

Want to Know if Physical Therapy Can Help You Feel or Perform Better? It Only Takes One Visit to Find Out.: An interesting study has verified something that the healthcare profession has long taken for granted. An experienced physical therapist can indeed tell from assessment if you are likely to improve ability through therapy treatment – and the therapist can estimate how fast. The study followed 112 physical therapy patients who were being treated for low […]

An interesting study has verified something that the healthcare profession has long taken for granted. An experienced physical therapist can indeed tell from assessment if you are likely to impro

07/11/2025

Can A Midday Nap Help Lower Blood Pressure?: A study presented at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress suggests that incorporating a midday nap into your routine may contribute to better blood pressure control. The research indicates that individuals who took a 60-minute nap after lunch experienced an average reduction of 6 mmHg in their systolic blood pressure compared to those who […]

A study presented at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress suggests that incorporating a midday nap into your routine may contribute to better blood pressure control. The research ind

06/30/2025

Solutions for Your Arthritis Pain?: Research continues to show that a majority of retirees continue to believe that there is nothing health care practitioners can do about their arthritis pain – especially when arthritis affects their hands. Arthritis can be tough to manage, but if arthritis in your hands is slowing you down, we encourage you to check with a […]

Research continues to show that a majority of retirees continue to believe that there is nothing health care practitioners can do about their arthritis pain - especially when arthritis affects th

06/13/2025

What is Manual Therapy?: Manual therapy encompasses a variety of techniques where physical therapists use their hands to manipulate the body’s soft tissues and joints. This approach is often integrated into comprehensive rehabilitation programs to address issues like joint stiffness, muscle tension, and chronic pain. Research supports its effectiveness in improving mobility and reducing discomfort when combined with other […]

Manual therapy encompasses a variety of techniques where physical therapists use their hands to manipulate the body's soft tissues and joints. This approach is often integrated into comprehensive

06/02/2025

Understanding the Impact of Flat Feet on Body Alignment and Performance: Many individuals overlook the crucial role their feet play in overall body mechanics. Flat feet, or pes planus, can lead to biomechanical distortions that affect posture, cause pain, and hinder athletic performance.​ The Structure and Function of the Foot Arch The human foot comprises 26 bones, with the arch acting as a natural shock absorber. […]

Many individuals overlook the crucial role their feet play in overall body mechanics. Flat feet, or pes planus, can lead to biomechanical distortions that affect posture, cause pain, and hinder a

05/19/2025

Preventing Osteoporosis: Osteoporosis, or “porous bone,” is a disease of the skeletal system characterized by low bone mass and deterioration of bone tissue. Osteoporosis leads to an increased risk of bone fractures, typically in the wrist, hip, and spine. Diet and exercise can do a lot not only to prevent osteoporosis, but also to reverse osteoporosis that […]

Osteoporosis, or "porous bone," is a disease of the skeletal system characterized by low bone mass and deterioration of bone tissue. Osteoporosis leads to an increased risk of bone fractures, typ