Keeping Our Bodies Healthy

Pain In Your Shoulder? How A Physical Therapist Can Help Frozen Shoulder Issues

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If you’ve recently injured your shoulder or arm, you could’ve developed adhesive capsulitis, or frozen shoulder. Frozen shoulder is a condition where your shoulder joint becomes limited in its movement. Ideally, the shoulder joint should move smoothly as a ball-and-socket joint; if you have frozen shoulder, however, then you cannot move this joint smoothly because of thick, inflamed connective tissue. Take a look at how to treat this issue and why a physical therapist is vital for your recovery. Read More»

What Can Patients Expect From Physical Therapy?

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Many patients are referred to physical therapists by their doctors following an accident or surgery. Some patients are sent to physical therapy to deal with chronic pain. Each patient’s physical therapy will be different, depending on the conditions they face. However, there are four things all patients can expect from physical therapy: 1. You will be asked questions about your symptoms Your physical therapist needs to know why you’ve come to see them. Read More»

Breast Cancer Screenings Are Important, Even Now

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With coronavirus becoming a common concern keeping many people at home, you may wonder if you still need to get your regular doctor’s appointments. These appointments are important, but are they something you should still be concerned with? Breast cancer screenings are important, especially now. Here are a few things you need to know about screenings in the midst of COVID-19. Breast Cancer Screenings Require Mammograms There is not a surefire way to screen for breast cancer without a mammogram. Read More»

Pros And Cons Of CPAP As A Sleep Apnea Treatment

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CPAP machines are widely known as one of the most common treatments for sleep apnea. However, they are not the only option. There are also dental appliances and medications you can rely on. If your doctor has recommended CPAP or you are considering it yourself, it is therefore important to consider the pros and cons of using CPAP for sleep apnea treatment. Pro: CPAP is common and well-researched. Some sleep apnea treatments are newer, not as well researched, and therefore more likely to cause side effects you and your doctor may not expect. Read More»

Why Try A Mini Trampoline Workout App?

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Almost everyone wants to be in better physical shape. Physical fitness allows you to look and feel better, which can boost your confidence in all areas of life. If you haven’t worked out for a while, you may be unsure how to get back into it. A workout app can give you the motivation you need, and a mini trampoline app could be right up your alley. Here are three reasons to try a mini trampoline workout app. Read More»