Exercise, Physical Therapy Improve Function for People with Parkinson’s
For the approximately 1 million people in the U.S. living with Parkinson’s disease, studies show that just 2.5 hours…
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Consider Carefully Before Delaying PT After a Stroke
As 911 calls and visits to emergency rooms for suspected strokes have decreased during the first months of “stay at home” orders, Jefferson Holm, Board…
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Practice Key to Restoring Swallowing Function for Stroke Patients
On average, a healthy adult swallows at least once a minute (when not eating or drinking) in a natural…
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Volunteering Benefits Seniors Physically & Mentally
For some, the Holiday Season can be a time of social isolation and loneliness. This can be especially true…
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Be SMART when setting health goals
While annual statistics are bleak when it comes to the success rates of New Year’s resolutions, don’t conclude that…
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Physical Therapy & Fall Prevention
Every year one in four people over 65 falls. That means that millions of older adults fall every year,…