Taking Care of our Children with DCD
Millions of children who appear clumsy may be suffering from Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). Often referred to as clumsy child syndrome, it’s a serious and chronic neurological disorder that occurs…
Can Cold Weather Hurt Your Lower Back?
As we head into the holidays, the weather starts to change. As the temperature drops, aches and pains become a frequent occurrence. Without proper warm up and stretching, activities like…
It’s True – There is a Link between Diabetes and Physical Therapy
Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that prevents proper utilization of sugar in the body. If it is not diagnosed, treated and managed efficiently, the consequences can be life-threatening. The pancreas…
Understanding LSVT: A Comprehensive Guide to Physical Therapy for Parkinson’s Disease patients
Parkinson's disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It can cause a wide range of movement and cognitive problems, making many everyday activities and tasks challenging…
Knee Replacement Surgery Recovery
If you’ve been undergoing treatment for knee arthritis and haven’t gotten any pain relief yet, your doctor may recommend a total knee replacement surgery. According to the University of California…
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Physical Therapy for Foot Drop
Foot drop syndrome is a neuromuscular disorder characterized by weak muscles in the front of the lower leg. This can result in partial or total loss of control over the…
Everything you wanted to know about stroke physical therapy near me
Once your loved one arrives at the hospital after a suspected stroke, they'll receive an evaluation from medical professionals so that treatment or stroke physical therapy can begin as soon…
Physical Therapy for Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a condition in which bone density reduces. The amount of calcium and minerals in the bone tend to decrease substantially. As a result, bones become fragile and are…
What is Adhesive Capsulitis
Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition that restricts mobility in the affected arm. A healthy shoulder joint has a greater range of motion than any other…
Ankle Sprains: What You Need to Know
The ligaments surrounding the ankle are surprisingly fragile. A seemingly harmless motion has the potential to cause serious sprains. Ankle ligaments are elastic structures that hold the ankle joint together…