At-Home Learning: Don’t Overlook Physical Activity
As the school year gains momentum during the COVID crisis and more kids and families adjust to various levels of at-home learning, parents and instructors should not overlook what should be a standard facet of all children’s curriculum:...
Our Knees: ‘Canaries in the Coal Mine’ of Movement & Exercise Issues
Despite being the largest and perhaps most complicated joints in our bodies, our knees are naturally docile. They’re easily influenced by what’s going on above and below them, in other words, not making many decisions on their...
Will Running Damage Your Knees? Studies Say No.
Is running bad for your knees? Physical therapists say this is a common question among both avid runners and those who may start running for exercise or to participate in that first 5K. It’s a question...
Summer Pro Tip: Wear your flip-flops with caution
Warmer weather means lighter clothing all around, and footwear is no exception. But before you grab the flip-flops for summer outings and activities, physical therapists join other medical professionals in offering a word of caution: long-term...
Create a Safe, Productive At-Home Workspace
As millions transition into working from home to help thwart the spread of the coronavirus, maintaining both comfort and productivity has no doubt been an issue for many. While in-office workstations are often designed around ergonomic...
Surgery Delayed by COVID-19? Physical Therapy Can Help.
In an attempt to salvage supplies and resources during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, many U.S. hospitals and medical institutions have opted to postpone elective surgeries. This includes non-emergency surgeries scheduled...