Category Archives: Physical & Occupational Therapy

4 Tips for Using Crutches the Right Way

Are you currently facing a surgery that will have you on crutches for several weeks and wondering how to use them properly? Or are you perhaps using crutches already after injury but are experiencing more discomfort than you’d like? In either case, it’s important to know how to use crutches safely. This will help you … Continue reading 4 Tips for Using Crutches the Right Way

Tips for Finding a Rockstar Physical Therapist

Been battling a sports injury? If “the usual” treatments such as rest, ice, ibuprofen, and yoga haven’t worked, you may wonder, will physical therapy help me? Good thinking—a physical therapist can be your greatest ally in overcoming pain or injury by helping you address imbalances in strength, flexibility and range of motion that are often … Continue reading Tips for Finding a Rockstar Physical Therapist

4 Ways to Keep Your Body Healthy & Pain-Free if You Have a Desk Job

Millions of Americans spend 40+ hours per week tip-tapping away at a desk job, often followed by a sit down dinner, a night of Netflix, or curling up with a favorite book in the recliner. It’s hard to argue with the fact that, as a whole, we all spend too much time sitting—and it can … Continue reading 4 Ways to Keep Your Body Healthy & Pain-Free if You Have a Desk Job

Do you have texting thumb?

Americans love their technology so much that they frequently use it. We’re always on our phones, tablets or computers. On average, in the United States, a person sends over 40 emails per day and spends a whopping 24 hours per week texting. As far as gaming is concerned, the average person of age 13 or older … Continue reading Do you have texting thumb?

30 Second Lesson in Hand Massage

Hand massage feels great and can be a fantastic way to get a little stress relief. Using a reflexology map can help you pinpoint areas to concentrate your pressure. Ready, set, relax! YOU CAN FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO START YOUR HAND MASSAGE: Step 1:  Sit in a comfortable chair in a quiet room. Step 2: … Continue reading 30 Second Lesson in Hand Massage