This blog contains affiliate links to Amazon.com. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases with no price increase to you. Transitioning home after a hospital stay can feel overwhelming, but with proper preparation and support, you can set yourself up for a...
Mobility is essential for maintaining independence, especially after surgery, injury, or as we age. Walkers are one type of assistive device that can help promote safe mobility and independence. Choosing the correct type of walker can be confusing, with so many options available....
DME stands for: Durable Medical Equipment. If you, or a loved one, is coming home after a hospital stay or trying to maintain independence while aging in place, you may hear a lot about DME. Knowing what DME is and how it...
Exercise affects every system in your body. I am a physical therapist, and I believe in the power of exercise (and the right exercise). I believe that our bodies are wonderful and can (sometimes) heal and improve themselves, with the right movement, strength,...
You start physical therapy because you have had a set-back. A joint that you want replaced because it is hurting and not functioning correctly, not allowing you to move how you want to. An injury that you did not plan on and now...
"An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" - Benjamin Franklin I am very passionate about prevention. As a physical therapist, my job is to not only help people recover from injury and illness, but also to educate on preventing them from happening...