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How Physical Therapy Can Help Older Adults Stay on Their Feet

Falling might seem like a minor mishap to some people, but if you're an older adult, you know full well that a fall can be anything but “minor.” Depending on one's health, a simple fall can lead to serious injuries, reduced independence, and even life–threatening complications. Every year, more than one in four adults over […]

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What You Need to Know About Alcohol and Heart Health

If you occasionally wind down at the end of a long day by having a drink or two, you may not think much of it. You've probably heard countless times how a small amount of alcohol can be good for your health–especially your heart health–and might even recall the saying that a little wine is […]

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Exercise Therapy Provides Strong Evidence of Its Effectiveness

Everyone knows that however your morning starts can often have a big impact on how the rest of your day goes. So, if you're waking up every morning to persistent, nagging back pain that announces its presence immediately, it could be a sign that a difficult day is ahead. Unfortunately, this is frequently the case […]

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Strength in Age: The Power of Resistance Training for Older Adults

Did you know that only 8.7% of adults aged 75 and older engage in muscle–strengthening activities? As our loved ones age, they often face a silent battle against muscle loss, known as sarcopenia. This decline can lead to severe challenges in maintaining independence and mobility. However, there’s good news: physical therapy and targeted resistance training […]

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Hip Strength and Groin Pain: What Athletes Need to Know

Picture this: You're sprinting down the field or court, about to make a game–changing play, when a sharp pain in your groin suddenly stops you in your tracks. Sound familiar? If you're an athlete, especially in sports like soccer, football, or hockey, you may have experienced groin pain or know someone who's dealt with it, […]

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Shoulder Pain Slowing You Down? A Physical Therapist Can Help

Physical Therapy Can Get You Back in the Pool If Swimmer's Shoulder is Slowing You Down Imagine gliding through the water, your arms slicing effortlessly as you chase the perfect stroke. For some, swimming can be seen as poetry in motion, since it combines strength, endurance, and grace. But what happens when something gets in […]

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Avoid Surgery and Talk to a Physical Therapist About Foot Problems

Imagine a tiny, invisible hitchhiker nestled between your toes, one that announces its presence with every step you take. This unwelcome passenger is Morton’s neuroma, a thickened nerve tissue that transforms the simple act of walking into a painful ordeal. Morton’s neuroma occurs when tissue thickens around a nerve in the foot, typically between the […]

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