Staying active at any age takes work, but the older we get, the more chance of injury you may have, especially if you don’t prepare. So if you are looking to keep active while keeping your joints in mind, here are five low impact activities to try today: 1. Get On Your Feet One of… Continue reading Senior and Joint Approved Workouts
We’ve all experienced a headache at least once or twice in our lives, but for some, it’s a constant daily struggle. With a variety of headaches to suffer from and a wide range of symptoms, it can be hard to pinpoint the source. When it comes to frequent headaches, tension headaches are top on the… Continue reading How to Tackle Your Tension Headaches
When it comes to aches and pains in the body, our first instinct is to figure the cause. Though you might think back to past injuries, recent activities, or you just simply let your mind wander, it can be hard to decipher the reason. When it comes to knee pain — there is no difference.… Continue reading The Common Causes of Your Severe Knee Pain
When it comes to physical therapy, there is no “one size fits all”. Depending on your injury and progress, your treatment can vary, and one of those treatments could be gait training. So What is Gait Training? Gait refers to the way we walk, and gait training is a specific form of physical therapy that… Continue reading What is Gait Training?
It’s only natural we become more active come summer, but with the increase in activity also comes the increased chance for injury. Without proper preparation or training, you could wind up spending the beautiful summer days indoors recovering. So as the summer sun and beautiful weather increases, here are the common sports injuries that do… Continue reading Common Summer Injuries and How to Prevent Them
Most people have felt that tight, stiff muscle feeling that can happen with or without movement. Sometimes it comes after a new workout routine and can often be paired along with pain, cramping, and discomfort. Though it usually will go away on its own, there are instances where it could be a sign of something… Continue reading What’s Causing My Tight Muscles?
When we hear the word scoliosis, we often think of it as a childhood spinal disorder, but that’s not always the case. Though we regularly check for scoliosis in the preteen years, adults can still suffer from the disease. When a side-to-side spinal curve is present on someone over 18 years or older — adults… Continue reading Can Adults Get Scoliosis?
The song “Head Shoulder Knees & Toes” might seem like a familiar children’s song, but it’s also a great indicator of how your skeleton system is connected. For instance: foot issues, if not corrected, can eventually lead to knee issues as well. From head to toe — one pain can lead to the next if… Continue reading What You Need To Know About Flat Feet
As summer activity increases, our choices of footwear can often go from comfortable and supportive to easy and accessible. As the oh-s0-popular rubber flip-flops, or the occasional bare feet may be your go-to choices; you’ll want to be mindful of the effects they have on your body. As you begin to build your summer wardrobe,… Continue reading The Importance of Proper Summer Footwear
If you are looking for a workout that can burn calories, strengthen your muscles, all while being easy on your joints — water aerobics is it! No matter what your age, a good water workout is an enjoyable and safe way to get your summer cardio in without breaking a sweat. If you are considering… Continue reading The Benefits of Water Aerobics