While a backpack is still one of the best ways to tote homework, an overloaded or improperly worn backpack gets a failing grade, according to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Here are some tips to reduce a child’s risk of causing long term damage while wearing a backpack.
Injury Prevention, Occupational Therapy, Workplace SafetyWe asked four headache specialists at Freedom Physical Therapy Services for ways to reduce headaches symptoms until you visit a therapist to treat your pain long term.
Injury Prevention, Sports MedicineWe are currently in the heart of running season, so now is a great time to work on increasing stability and preventing injury. One of the best ways to help prevent running-related injuries is to strengthen the lower extremity and core, especially the gluteal muscles.
Injury Prevention, Sports MedicineFlip flops can be dangerous to wear and can lead to injuries and accidents. Find out why flip flops may not be the best summer footwear choice!
Injury PreventionCarpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a common diagnosis that plagues millions of hands every year. It falls under a class of diagnoses referred to as repetitive stress injuries which are injuries brought on or made worse by repetitive activities. Some of these activities include writing, typing, and manipulating tools and/or machinery. How do you know […]
Injury Prevention, Occupational Therapy, Workplace SafetyA great number of pitching mechanic faults stem from poor balance and limited hip mobility throughout the pitching motion. A pitcher needs to have a strong stance hip to control their balance in the early throwing phases and to increase power as they push off leg to throw. Then they need good stability on their […]
Injury Prevention, Sports MedicineWhenever I see a patient with an ankle sprain, I tell them our biggest goal is to make sure this is their last ankle sprain. While spraining your ankle can seem like it is no big deal, an alarming amount of first time ankle sprains turn into chronic ankle instability with repetitive sprains. I think […]
Injury Prevention, Sports MedicineSnow and ice are finally upon us! It’s time to make sure you remain safe and healthy this wintry season. It is estimated that over 270,000 Americans will visit emergency rooms this winter due to seasonal injuries. Cold weather affects your body by increasing your heart rate and blood pressure. It also can make your […]
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