Occupational therapy (OT) is a form of healthcare that is geared toward resolving problems or reducing the severity of challenges that limit one’s ability to do the things that are essential for survival and other everyday things. Such activities can include working, attending school, getting dressed, making a meal, sports, and other leisure activities. These challenges can be physical, sensory,…
Physical therapy is important to your health and wellness for so many reasons and a lot of times the importance of this form of management is overlooked. You can access physical therapy in various care settings and it is beneficial for all types of patients. So, your doctor may recommend this management modality for multiple illnesses or injuries. In this…
Sports and exercise medicine (SEM) is commonly referred to as sports medicine and surrounds exercise and sports-related health and wellness. This branch of medicine focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing illnesses linked to sports and exercise. In this post, we will explore the intricacies of sports and exercise medicine, its importance, the different sports medicine specialists, and more. Need to…
It’s winter and for many, that means snow and with snow, there are plenty of winter sports and fun. It’s an annual practice for many states in the US to host winter games as professional sporting events or just a time of fun for the community and visitors. Although there is much to do, safety is highly encouraged, as winter…
October is National Physical Therapy Month and last year's theme was the promotion of physical activity and the unique value physical therapists and physical therapist assistants bring to help people get moving. So we are excitedly anticipating this year’s team. In the meantime, we want to help you and your loved ones understand more about physical therapy and its importance!…
Wellness Checkups Beginning at birth and lasting until the teen years, annual wellness checkups are necessary for keeping track of your child’s health. It is important that you schedule your child for a complete medical exam now and then even if your child appears quite healthy. Routine checkups allow your health care provider to keep an eye on your toddlers…