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DO YOU HAVE A WHIPLASH INJURY?

The Usual Culprit: Whiplash typically occurs in a car accident where you are hit from behind. The neck is then thrust back like the end of a whip, hence the name. In doing so the ligaments and muscles of the neck are stretched and injured, and the information that tells your brain where your head […]

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VIDEO ANALYSIS IN PHYSICAL THERAPY

Introduction Our Physical Therapists use video capture/playback to examine the movements that can cause injury. We can also compare and contrast healthy movement versus injured movement to guide the injured patient back to health. Slowing down an athlete’s movement can pinpoint areas that need rehabilitation or improper movement patterns that may evolve into other problems.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF GOOD POSTURE

Good posture is vitally important to keep our bones and joints in correct alignment so that our muscles are being used correctly. Ultimately, good posture will reduce strain through ligaments, joints and muscles and will thus help to minimize/ prevent pain. What are the Top 10 Posture Tips to Keep Our Bodies Happy? Pay close

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DEALING WITH NEUROPATHY

Peripheral Neuropathy is a disorder of the peripheral nerves that connect the spinal cord to muscles, skin and internal organs. It usually affects the hands and feet, causing weakness, numbness, tingling and pain. Its course is variable – it can come and go, slowly progressing over many years or it can become severe and debilitating.

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LIGHTING, LOW VISION AND FALLS

Changes to lighting can help prevent falls.  In a research study, adults over the age of 40 had poorer balance in low light situations than in normal lighting. Types of lighting: Incandescent bulbs: less expensive, “warm” light but they do not cast as much light per watt. LED bulbs: more expensive but they last much

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FALL PREVENTION

Falls often occur after meal times and at night. Falls are often related to toileting and getting in and out of bed and chairs.  Adults with higher fall risks are those with: History of previous falls Cognitive impairment Mobility impairment Environmental Adaptations: Remove hazards (e.g., clutter, throw rugs) African American physical therapist (40s) working with

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EARLY TREATMENT BY A PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSOCIATED WITH REDUCED RISK OF HEALTH CARE UTILIZATION AND REDUCED OVERALL HEALTH CARE COSTS

ALEXANDRIA, VA, May 25, 2012 – A new study published in Spine shows that early treatment by a physical therapist for low back pain (LBP), as compared to delayed treatment, was associated with reduced risk of subsequent health care utilization and lower overall health care costs. Using a national database of employer-sponsored health plans, researchers

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OVERUSE TENDINOPATHIES

Overuse tendinopathies are one of the most common occurring “injuries”, affecting millions of people everyday. They can occur in everyone from elite athletes to those just participating in recreational sports or even workers with repetitive job duties. Quality of life is a major issue when dealing with tendinopathy and can have an affect on more

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