If you are currently dealing with the burden of regular or recurring headaches, chances are you are not alone. In a National Health Interview Survey, the CDC found 1 in 5 women and close to 1 in 10 men (both 18 years or older) reported experiencing a severe headache or [...]
Most workplaces today take extra precautions to create a safe environment for their employees, but regardless of how many safeguards are in place, accidents happen. The latest numbers released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics revealed 2.9 million reports of injuries in the private industry workplace in 2016. This equates [...]
Age is just a number. While there’s a lot of truth to this adage, some people handle the number better than others. The truth is as we age, our risk increases for developing conditions that can take the joy out of our favorite daily activities. […]
Many people use the New Year as an opportunity to reflect on the previous year and make goals to improve their lives in the next. When it comes to actually sticking with those aspirations, the stats are not in our favor. Did you know that 45% of Americans make New [...]
The long summer days are gradually shortening and spiced pumpkin treats are out in full force. As the days get shorter and colder, some people tend to become far less active in the fall and winter months, with the tendency to stay inside for more sedentary activities. Try one of [...]
While living in Germany, my family and I were fortunate to be able to visit some great places. […]
Our bodies were designed to move! However, if you’re like many Americans, you sit for a majority of your day. Our daily lives have become increasingly more sedentary. Whether you’re at your computer, at dinner catching up with a colleague, or commuting to and from work, Americans spend an estimated [...]
At my previous job in a military hospital, I was surrounded by health message boards and Armed Forces Network commercials. One common theme was the “Performance Triad,” with the words activity, nutrition and sleep displayed on each corner of a triangle. It was designed to educate the Soldiers of the United States Military about [...]
People of all ages and abilities have experienced the benefits of physical therapy such as reduced pain, improved motion and restored functionality to achieve a long-term quality of life. However, common myths about physical therapy may keep some from getting the help they need. We’ve decided to highlight a few [...]
If you’ve taken a step toward improved function and have scheduled an appointment with a physical therapist, you may now be wondering what to expect going into your first appointment. First, you should know your physical therapist is a trained expert in how the human body moves and works. Through a detailed hour-long examination, [...]
