by buildpt | Nov 6, 2019 | Uncategorized
Don’t have time for exercise? Perhaps, say physical therapists, it’s time to reframe what true exercise looks like. After all, exercise doesn’t require a gym, special equipment or a high intensity. Down to its core, exercise is simply movement, and...
by buildpt | Nov 6, 2019 | Uncategorized
As cold and flu season approaches, so does the season of illness prevention. From getting flu shots to adding a little extra Vitamin C to our diets, prevention often becomes a focus for those concerned with getting sick, missing work and/or school, and...
by buildpt | Oct 1, 2019 | Uncategorized
Following a stroke, the rehabilitation process often focuses on improving the survivor’s ability to move and perform everyday tasks, with a lesser emphasis on general aerobic fitness. This is likely a mistake – at least when it comes to long-term...
by buildpt | Sep 30, 2019 | Uncategorized
SCOTT, LA – October is National Physical Therapy month, a time when physical therapists like Jeff Mentel of Scott not only celebrate their profession, but also educate others about the role physical therapy plays in improving the health...
by buildpt | Sep 3, 2019 | Uncategorized
When we’re young, falls are treated as teaching opportunities. “Get back on your feet, brush yourself off and keep moving toward your goals,” we were told. But as we age, falls take on a much greater...
