Physical Therapy for Spine Health: Relief Without Surgery
As we wrap up this month also being National Physical Therapy Month, we’re looking at the spine and how physical therapy can benefit someone who’s not quite ready for surgery.
Proven Ways to Prevent and Relieve Muscle Soreness
Muscle soreness after exercising is normal and can occur during or directly after exercising, or even 24 to 48 hours after physical activity. There are a number of ways to relieve muscle soreness, including with high-protein intake, adequate hydration, rest and stretching.
No, Seriously, One or Two Workouts a Week Is All You Need
Can’t find time to exercise during the workweek? Scientists have good news for you. Evidence is piling up that condensing your exercise into just one or two days a week — being a “weekend warrior” — is enough to reap the many benefits of physical activity.
Choosing the right rehab for yourself or a loved one
You've broken a hip and rehabilitation is part of the way back to mobility, or your partner has suffered a stroke and needs help re-learning certain skills. These scenarios play out every day for Americans, and rehabilitation therapies are often needed. But what kind of therapy is best, and where can you find it?
What to Know About Shoulder Sprains and Strains
Shoulder sprains and strains are both injuries that can happen due to overuse of or trauma to the shoulder. While the symptoms of the two are similar, they involve different types of tissue within your body. Damage to these tissues can make it hard to move and use your shoulder.