November 11, 2024 —
Breast cancer is the second most common cancer for American women. More than 4 million women in the US are breast cancer survivors and over 300,000 will be diagnosed in 2024 alone. The good news is that breast cancer has a high survival rate. For cancer that is only in the breast the overall survival... Read More
September 19, 2024 —
Did you know that assisted living (AL) facilities are not just places for support, but are hubs of proactive, holistic care designed to enhance residents’ quality of life? It’s true! Among the most impactful services offered at AL residences are physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT), and speech therapy (ST). These rehabilitation therapies play a... Read More
August 12, 2024 —
Aging is an inevitable part of life, but how we age is within our control. A recent survey found that 95% of older adults believe that aging in place – staying in one’s own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably – is an important goal. If you want to shine in your golden years,... Read More
July 8, 2024 —
As we celebrate events like the Fourth of July and recognize the importance of Disability Pride Month, we reflect on what independence truly means for individuals undergoing rehabilitation. For many, achieving independence through physical, occupational, and speech therapy is life changing. These therapies not only restore function but also boost confidence and enhance quality of... Read More
May 13, 2024 —
May is a month with impact: buds blooming, sun shining, and birds chirping. May is also a time to focus on two health conditions that have major impact: arthritis and osteoporosis. Arthritis is the number one cause of disability, affects nearly 60 million adults, and there are over 100 different types of it. Approximately 10... Read More
March 25, 2024 —
March marks Brain Injury Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, break down the stigma, and empower those who have survived traumatic brain injuries. About every 9 seconds someone in the U.S. suffers a brain injury caused by anything from sports and recreation to slips and falls to explosives and car accidents. Although brain injuries... Read More
February 6, 2024 —
Rehabilitation is not a quick fix; it’s a journey to wellness, sometimes a long one. Whether it’s recovering from a physical injury, regaining motor skills after a stroke, or relearning speech abilities post-surgery, the path can often be challenging and demanding. Thankfully, in addition to traditional therapeutic exercises and treatments, there’s an approach that incorporates... Read More
January 12, 2024 —
According to a recent survey, three of the top five New Year’s resolutions for 2024 relate to health. Whether exercising more, eating healthier, or losing weight, most Americans want to improve their overall wellbeing. But over 40% of those committed on New Year’s Day will have given up by February 1. Sustaining long-term lifestyle changes... Read More
October 2, 2023 —
We all know that physical therapists (PT) help individuals live to their full potential through hands-on care, exercise prescriptions, and patient education. And that they work in a wide variety of settings from hospitals to people’s homes, from workplaces to nursing homes. PTs are well-educated and trained; to practice, they need a doctor of physical... Read More
August 3, 2023 —
It’s National Golf Month! Hank Aaron noted that it took 17 years for him to get 3,000 hits in baseball, but only one afternoon on the golf course. Author John Updike compared the golf swing to a suitcase where we try to pack too many things. And Mark Twain famously remarked that “Golf is a... Read More
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