Written by, Fiona Song, MS, OTR/L, LSVT Adaptive Equipment is an object or tool that promotes an individual’s independence in daily activities. Occupational Therapists (OT) can incorporate adaptive equipment education during treatments to enhance the performance of tasks that are meaningful to the individual. Adaptive equipment has its purpose across a broad range of […]
Bell’s palsy causes a peripheral lower motor neuron palsy, which manifests as the unilateral impairment of movement in the facial and platysma muscles, drooping of the brow and corner of the mouth, and impaired closure of the eye and mouth. Bell’s phenomenon—upward diversion of the eye on attempted closure of the lid—is seen when eye […]
Whether we are using our hands during athletics, working around the house/yard or to complete the demands of our jobs; our hands endure strain and stress on a daily basis. These daily activities can often lead to preventable injuries. Preventing hand injuries starts with knowledge and a few simple tips: 1. Perform daily stretches/warm-ups: Stretching […]
Written by Dr. John Stephen, PT, PPD, Cert. MDT, COMT Clinic Director, Rehab Specialists Low back pain can be a debilitating condition and it affects millions of people worldwide. While there are many potential causes of this condition, one factor that is often overlooked is the types of shoes that we wear. The shoes […]
Blood flow restriction therapy is a recent “hot topic” in Physical Therapy. Blood flow restriction or BFR is a type of training technique that blocks blood flow to a muscle which, through cellular processes, creates protein metabolism and muscle hypertrophy or growth. One of the greatest benefits to using BFR is the fact that one […]
Millions of people every year are diagnosed with a Brain Injury. Brain Injuries can be classified as Traumatic or Non-Traumatic. Traumatic Brain Injuries can result from: Falls Assaults Motor Vehicle Accident Sports Injuries Non Traumatic Brain Injuries can result from a result of lack of oxygen, exposure to toxins or pressure from tumors etc. Stroke […]
By, Courtney Huver, DPT Having urinary leakage pre and post childbirth is common, but it is definitely not normal! This includes leakage with coughing, sneezing, laughing, and exercising, and yes even jumping on the kids’ trampoline. About 1 in 4 women have reported this common pelvic floor dysfunction and reports keep getting higher with more […]
Knee and hip pain are common complaints amongst runners. However, pain in one area does not always mean there is an injury in that same area. Our bodies are all connected and this is amplified with running due to the high level of impact involved in this sport. There are 5 main classifications of running […]
You’re probably reading this because at some point in your life you’ve had shoulder pain, or maybe because you have shoulder pain now that hasn’t gotten better. Shoulder pain is very common among adults of all ages. Persistent shoulder pain can result from bursitis, tendinitis, rotator cuff tear, adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder), impingement syndrome, avascular […]
