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The Older Adult and Falls

Introduction Falls are a serious health problem among older adults. In fact, falls are the leading cause of injury in this age group. 1...

Forest Bathing?

Introduction Many people think that going for a walk in the woods is simply a pleasant and enjoyable activity. But there’s more to it...

Lateral Ankle Sprains

Introduction Lateral ankle sprains are the most common type of sprain. They account for nearly 80% of all ankle injuries, and they're...

Hip Osteoarthritis

Introduction Hip osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint disease that affects the hip. OA is common in older adults and may lead to...

Exercising with Parkinson's Disease

Introduction There are plenty of reasons to exercise with Parkinson's disease. Exercise can help manage symptoms and improve the quality...

Mobile Physical Therapy?

Introduction Physical therapy (PT) has been around for decades, but it's no longer limited to traditional in-office/clinic/hospital...

What to expect after a knee replacement

Introduction A knee replacement is a surgical procedure that replaces the damaged and worn-out surfaces of the knee joint with artificial...

Making Exercise Fun

Introduction Exercise is a fantastic way to keep your body and mind healthy, but some people unfortunately find it to also be really...

Low back pain and lumbar stenosis

Introduction Lumbar stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal, which results in compression of the nerves in the lower back. The...

Achilles Tendinopathy

Introduction Achilles tendinopathy is a condition in which the Achilles tendon becomes inflamed and painful. The Achilles tendon connects...

Thoughts on maintaining balance as we age.

Introduction When we're younger, we often take for granted our ability to balance—it just happens without much thought or effort. As we...

Exercising with arthritis

Exercising with arthritis can be challenging, but it is crucial for maintaining joint health and overall well-being. Many people with...