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The Leg is Artificial but the Willpower is Real The ability to sit, stand and walk comes naturally to adults. The movement of the leg during normal gait involves a complex sequence of events involving the hip, knee and ankle joints. In the case of an accident or disease, the use of an artificial limb […]
Read MoreHow to Enjoy Outdoor Activities.. Without Back Pain Outdoor activities like gardening are a healthy and enjoyable way to live an active lifestyle. When the weather is nice, the outdoors are hard to resist. However, a lack of warm up and stretching can lead to aches and pains, even injuries. A reduction in activity during […]
Read MoreYour Body's Clearence System.. (It's Not What You Think..) The body's lymphatic system is responsible for filtering waste material from the body. The functioning of the lymph nodes and immune system are intertwined, and when a blockage occurs, it results in a condition known as lymphedema. In lymphedema, the lymph nodes are unable to drain […]
Read MorePhysical Therapy at Birth Physical therapy can help individuals of all ages, starting from birth. In fact, the term 'neonatal physical therapy' is an advanced practice area in pediatric physical therapy. The physical therapist in neonatal units works in close collaboration with other members of the healthcare team to monitor the baby's breathing, swelling and […]
Read MoreYoga and Physical Therapy Most people don't think of yoga as something that is connected to physical therapy. However, yoga is an effective way to manage a variety of conditions, maintaining flexibility and fostering movement. Yoga can be an important adjunct to physical therapy to relieve pain and aid in reducing the risk of injury. […]
Read MoreThe 'Kneed' for Physical Therapy Aches and pains in the knee joint are common but easily dismissed. Although arthritis is well known, a degenerative knee condition called chondromalacia can also cause knee pain. Chondromalacia has many of the same symptoms as arthritis but is the result of abnormal softening and degeneration of cartilage on the […]
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