Author: Molly Rittberg

Living with Parkinson's: Daily Tips and Strategies

Living with Parkinson’s: Daily Tips and Strategies

Living with Parkinson’s: Daily Tips and Strategies Research has shown that certain lifestyle modifications can help better control Parkinson’s symptoms and slow the progression of the disease. A focus on diet modification and exercise can keep you healthier for longer, avoid secondary symptoms of Parkinson’s, improve mobility and balance, and enhance the overall quality of […]

Parkinson's disease
Tips for Managing Fibromyalgia

Tips for Managing Fibromyalgia

Tips for Managing Fibromyalgia Overview of the disorder Fibromyalgia is a musculoskeletal chronic disorder that causes pain and tenderness throughout the body. In addition to pain, fibromyalgia can cause fatigue, sleep, memory, and mood issues. It is believed that fibromyalgia occurs due to the different ways the brain and spinal cord process both painful and […]

Chronic Pain
Acupressure points on the back

Benefits of Acupressure: Is it Right for Me?

Benefits of Acupressure: Is it Right for Me? What is Acupressure? History Acupressure originated in ancient China as early as the Shang Dynasty from 1600-1045 B.C. Meridians and acupuncture charts were already in use for medicinal purposes as depicted on oracle bones and turtle shells during this time.  Acupressure is a complementary alternative medicine that […]

Chronic Pain, Pain Management
Level Up Your TMD Knowledge with Mike Karegeannes

Level Up Your TMD Knowledge with Mike Karegeannes

Course Overview Are you ready to level up your TMD treatment knowledge? Most physical therapy programs spend 2-4 hours total in school on temporomandibular disorders and most do not cover craniofacial pain. This two-day course provides an introduction to temporomandibular disorders and craniofacial pain. The course takes you through anatomy, normal and abnormal biomechanics, differential […]

TMJ
Why Movement is Important with Parkinson’s Disease

Why Movement is Important with Parkinson’s Disease

Why Movement is Important with Parkinson’s Disease April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month and as an LSVT-BIG-trained therapist, I feel it is important to help spread the word about why movement is so important for those who have Parkinson’s Disease. Learn why movement is important with Parkinson’s disease. Exercise is for everyone Don’t get me […]

Parkinson's disease
Fibromyalgia Treatment Options for You

Fibromyalgia Treatment Options for You

Fibromyalgia Treatment Options for You Fibromyalgia affects approximately 4 million people in the United States, roughly 2% of the adult population. Common symptoms include pain and stiffness all over the body, fatigue and tiredness, depression and anxiety, sleep problems, and headaches and migraines. Other less common symptoms include tingling or numbness in hands and feet, […]

Pain Management
Enjoying More Freedom - 30 years of PT

Enjoying More Freedom – 30 Years of PT

30 years With Over 30 Services This fall, we are celebrating 30 years of Freedom Physical Therapy Services along with PT month. Have you considered these 30 services we offer using leading-edge technology? Celebrate Enjoying More Freedom – 30 Years of PT. Physical Therapy Services 1. Orthopedic care  The therapists at Freedom PT Services are […]

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