Managing Fibromyalgia with a Whole‑Body Approach: Why Lifestyle Habits Matter What Is Fibromyalgia and Why a Whole‑Body Approach Matters Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, and heightened sensitivity within the nervous system. Instead of being caused by inflammation and damage to muscles or joints, fibromyalgia is rooted in how the brain […]
fibromyalgiaFrom Words to World: Enhancing Meaningful Communication Through Speech Therapy Where is communication? Communication is everywhere—even in small gestures. A nudge on the arm, a meaningful glance, or a toddler throwing a tantrum—they’re all forms of meaningful communication. Speech therapy helps strengthen these skills, supporting everything from clear speech to confident self-expression. Learn more about […]
Speech TherapyNew Year, Same Pain? Three Pain Management Tips for 2026 Is your chronic pain still lingering, year after year? Chronic pain (now better referred to as persistent pain) encompasses any pain that continues for three months or longer. The intensity and frequency of persistent pain can vary greatly from person to person, impacting daily life […]
Chronic Pain, Pain ManagementTech Neck: A Growing Issue for Children Technology is everywhere and can be integrated into almost every aspect of our lives. Many children have never known a world without technology and screens. But how can electronic screens, especially when used daily, influence the physical well-being of children? Tech neck is a growing issue stemming from […]
Spine, Workplace SafetyLiving with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Practical Strategies for Day-to-Day Life (Including POTS & Dysautonomia) Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is a connective tissue disorder. Because connective tissue helps support joints, skin, and other structures throughout the body, EDS can affect far more than just flexibility. Many people experience joint hypermobility, pain, and fatigue—but it’s also common to have […]
EDSSplinting in Hand Therapy How Certified Hand Therapists Create Comfort, Protection, and Better Function Occupational therapists (OTs) and certified hand therapists (CHTs) have a unique skill set: we can fabricate custom orthoses, more commonly called splints. These devices are built specifically for your body and your needs—not pulled off a shelf—so they’re often more comfortable, […]
Occupational TherapyWhy December Is the Best Time to Start Physical Therapy As a Doctor of Physical Therapy, I often hear patients say, “I’ll start after the holidays.” While that sounds reasonable, waiting until January can actually cost you time, money, and progress. Here’s why December is the best time to start a physical therapy journey and […]
Injury PreventionGetting in Shape for Winter: How to Stay Strong, Healthy, and Injury-Free Most people think about getting in shape for summer. But when temperatures drop, your body changes how it moves. Cold weather stiffens muscles, tightens joints, slows reaction time, and makes everyday activities, from shoveling snow to walking on slippery sidewalks, a little more […]
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