Healthful self-hydration is very important to a fit lifestyle. Many times our patients suffer from muscular and spinal and joint pain, leg cramps and general malaise that could be an imbalance of fluids and electrolytes. We suggest drinking 2 glasses of water as soon as the discomfort begins. One should consume 1/2 oz. of...
When a therapist considers a patient’s rehab program several factors must be addressed. Beyond looking at individual strength levels and activity levels desired we must consider the severity of injury. We specify our programs to appropriately stress the injured tissue. Tendons and ligaments should be treated in the same manner by considering the mechanics...
As Physical Therapists, we believe 75% of recovery depends on your involvement in a home program we set up with you. With many conditions and injuries, if you follow your home program as instructed and increase your self treatment, the frequency of physical therapy visits tends to be reduced. Remember, physical therapy is a...