According to the Department of Health and Human Services’ Facts & Statistics on physical activity, more than 80% of American adults do not get enough physical activity despite the proven benefits, such as a reduced risk of some cancers and chronic diseases, as well as improved bone health, cognitive function, weight control, […]
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Aging past 50 years brings with it wisdom and perspective, but it can also mean a slow decline of physical abilities. Strength, balance, and coordination can deteriorate if they are not being challenged and practiced each day. Loss of these abilities can make it difficult or painful to perform your […]
Falls are common in people over 65 years of age and can result in serious injury, and even death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2.5 million older adults are treated in the emergency room for fall injuries each year. The average health care cost per fall is […]
Aging can have a bad reputation; however, there is no reason that growing older can’t be a journey full of adventure and opportunities to live life to the fullest. All you need is proper guidance, proactive steps, and a positive attitude. And there is proof. Research suggests that improvements in physical […]
We can’t stop time. But with the right type and amount of physical activity, we can help stave off many age-related health problems and live life to its fullest. Physical therapists are movement experts who can help you optimize quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education. […]
“No pain, no gain!” Is this old saying really true? We consulted our expert professional affiliate to answer this. We also cover the topic of pharmaceuticals and how they play a role in preventive medicine. We hope you enjoy! We all take over the counter medications, but which are best for me? […]
Start 2020 Right With an Annual Movement Screening From Your Local P.T. Being a good car owner, you probably take your vehicle in regularly for an oil change. If you own your own home, you probably have someone change the air filters once in a while. You even get a […]
As one year comes to a close and another begins, people begin to set goals and make resolutions. Losing weight, getting to the gym more often or getting into “better shape” are all common. These all require increasing your amount of physical activity. More activity is great for your health, […]
Third needling under my belt, or should I say under under my elbow? I must admit I had a much better effect from having an arm needled than I did a neck. The humor has been restored to my funny bone…okay, so maybe that’s going to take more than a […]
I recently got a small taste of the newest sought after gadget…the hoverboard. After my experience I felt it important to share some insights with our readers (the details of my experience aren’t as important as what I learned…right?) This board is pressure sensitive and requires a significant amount of […]