Living 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 […]
Injury Prevention5 Tips for Managing Holiday Stress (and Staying Healthy) The holiday season is full of celebration, but it also brings packed schedules, travel, shifting routines, and a lot of physical tension. At Freedom Physical Therapy, we see the same pattern every year: stress shows up in the body long before it shows up on your […]
Health, Injury PreventionSpeech and Language Milestones: What’s Normal Speech and language milestones serve as key indicators of your child’s growth. Speech is the production of sounds and words, while language involves comprehending and using words to communicate. Specific milestones signal when your child is progressing well and when additional support may help. This post will explore ways […]
Speech Therapy5 Things Men Ignore (But Shouldn’t), According to a PT November Is Men’s Health Month — And a Reminder That Strength Isn’t About Ignoring Pain Movember isn’t just about growing a mustache — it’s about growing awareness. Each November, we’re reminded that real strength means taking care of your health, not brushing it aside. Too […]
Men's HealthHow Gratitude Supports Healing (and Progress in Physical Therapy) This season reminds us to pause and appreciate what we have—especially our health. Gratitude isn’t just good for the mind and soul; it can accelerate physical recovery and improve physical therapy outcomes. Patients who express gratitude often report higher motivation, better adherence to exercise, and improved […]
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