ALEXANDRIA, VA, February 27, 2009 — The world watched Wednesday as Tiger Woods made his much anticipated comeback to professional golf after undergoing ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) reconstructive surgery. According to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), rehabilitation with a Physical Therapist played a large role in Woods’ return to the golf stage. “With all […]
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Motor control exercises, when performed in conjunction with other forms of therapy, can significantly reduce pain and disability in patients with persistent low back pain, according to a new systematic review published in Physical Therapy (PJT). This study is great information for the millions of people who suffer from lower back pain. The review of […]
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Many of us use computers today for work, communicating with friends/family, viewing family photos or looking up information. Computer use has been associated with musculoskeletal problems of the upper extremities: neck, shoulders, arms, etc. Several postures and activities have been suggested as related to these disorders, including position in which the hands are held, neck […]
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While resolutions are well-intentioned, unfortunately most people fail at keeping them. With all the hype surrounding these promises, it’s easy to get caught up in them without really taking them seriously. Here are some tips for keeping your New Year’s resolution. Choose an obtainable goal. Resolving to look like a super model is not realistic […]
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Humans are not meant to hibernate. Just as tulips need winter nourishment from the Earth to strongly bloom in spring, we need to continue to nourish our bodies (including exercise) during winter so we too can bloom come spring. If the thought of getting outside to exercise makes you dive under the covers, instead choose […]
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Raking leaves may seem like a simple outdoor chore, but raking improperly could result in unnecessary aches and pains. Raking can place a large strain on your mid and low back structures. By properly warming up your muscles, many injuries can be avoided. Before beginning, take a short walk (5-10 minutes) to stimulate circulation Before […]
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New England Journal of Medicine Study Questions Value of Knee Surgery for Some Patients A new study questioning the usefulness of arthroscopic surgery for osteoarthritis of the knee should encourage patients to consider Physical Therapy as an effective non-surgical option, according to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). The study was published in the September […]
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