Osteoporosis and Physical Therapy
One out of four American women over age 65 have osteoporosis – a medical condition in which bones become brittle and fragile. Physical therapy can help.
Meet Luz Maria Palacio, OT
In this video, we’re excited to introduce you on of our dedicated Occupational Therapist, Luz Maria Palacio.
Discover the essential role an occupational therapist plays in improving the lives of individuals facing various challenges. Learn about Luz Marias experience, expertise, and compassionate approach to helping people regain independence and live their best lives.
Coping with Seasonal Aches and Pains: How Physical Therapy Eases Winter-Related Discomfort
By: Marie Serrado
As winter blankets the world, many of us find ourselves grappling with the unwelcome companionship of seasonal aches and pains. But fear not! In this short blog, we’ll explore the comforting embrace of physical therapy, your key to navigating winter with ease.
Understanding Winter Aches:
As winter’s chill descends,
Incorporating Yoga into Your Physical Therapy Routine This Fall
By: Marie Serrado
As the weather begins to cool down, it’s a great way to incorporate new ways to enhance your physical therapy routine. A great option to add to your routine is Yoga. Yoga is a mind-body practice that focuses on your physical, emotional and mental health. This practice uses movement, mindfulness,meditation,
Leaves Are Supposed to Fall, People Aren’t! by Jessica Perez, PTA
Tis’ the Season, for Fall Prevention Week! Falls threaten a senior’s safety and independence and a majority of them happen in your own home. Don’t worry! With these helpful tips and suggestions, you’ll be sitting next to a fire with your grandchildren instead of them sitting next to you in a hospital bed recovering from a fall that could have been prevented.
I LIKE TO MOVE IT MOVE IT!! by Jessica Perez, PTA
I LIKE TO MOVE IT MOVE IT!!
The best medicine is ole reliable. Get up and move! Back pain is one of the most common problems and has been moving up in the ranking since 1990. Why do you ask? Because when people feel pain, their first action is to lay down and rest.
Sciatica – A Constant Problem? By Dr. Louise Bullard
Sciatica is a term used for when the sciatic nerve that runs down the back of the leg is irritated. When this nerve is inflamed it can cause pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling. It can make it hard to perform daily activities and keep you from enjoying life. It is a common misconception that when one has these symptoms that it is actually coming from the leg.
Better Hearing & Speech Month
Each May, Better Hearing & Speech Month (BHSM) gives us an opportunity to raise awareness about communication disorders. This month is the perfect time to shine a spotlight on speech and hearing issues as well as evaluate our communication capabilities. Speech and hearing disorders often go unnoticed due to fear of being singled out or a lack of knowledge.
Vote for Strive! as Best of the 352
Thanks to support from our amazing community, we have been nominated to participate in the Best of the 352 contest for both Physical Therapy and Chiropractic!
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You can vote once daily through May 15th!
Piriformis Syndrome: A Pain in the Butt! – By Dr. Louise Bullard
Have you been having a pain in the butt?
Piriformis syndrome is when the piriformis muscle is inflamed. The piriformis muscle is a thick band like muscle that runs diagonally across the buttocks region. This muscle gets inflamed from certain things such as carrying a wallet in your back pocket,
Move More Month: Easy Ways to Get Moving in the Workplace
April, also known as Move More Month by the American Heart Association, is an opportunity to study personal habits and work to incorporate additional daily activity.
According to the AHA, most adults spend the majority of their waking hours at work and find themselves with little time or energy left at the end of the day to exercise or get moving.
Occupational Therapy – What Is It?
Occupational Therapy focuses on treating patients who are recovering from a range of ailments, teaching them how to adapt and live life to the fullest. These ailments can be physical, mental, developmental, and emotional, impacting a person’s ability to perform daily activities at any age.
Occupational therapists typically work with patients who display:
- Birth Injuries or birth defects
- Sensory processing disorders
- Traumatic injuries to the brain or the spinal cord
- Autism &
Benefits of Speech Therapy
A speech therapist can help you with speech, language, and swallowing. They provide speech therapy to children and adults who may have speech or language disorders. Speech therapists, commonly known as speech-language pathologists (SLPs), are highly educated, trained, and experienced professionals. They often work as a team to help patients overcome a wide range of difficulties.
Car Accident Injuries – Whiplash by Dr. Louise Bullard
Being involved in a motor vehicle accident can be life changing. It can cause injuries that last a lifetime. Usually after being involved in a motor vehicle accident your symptoms do not appear for a few days due to adrenaline kicking in. Sometimes people try to brush the symptoms off and assume that they will go away.
Physical Therapy for Equestrians
Equestrian riders can sustain injuries just like any other sport. Here at Strive! Physical Therapy, we understand the unique demands that are put on the body while riding horses. Not only does the bodies overall health effect how well one rides, but it also effects the performance of an equine partner. Strive! can help you recover from injury and get you back to riding at your best.
Physical Therapy for Pelvic Pain
What Causes Pelvic Pain?
Dysfunction and pain in the pelvis may have many origins and can result from a combination of factors. Each organ and joint may produce a specific pattern of pain or vague pelvic discomfort. In order to to rule out systemic causes or potential problems with the organs,
Physical Therapy Vs. Pain Medication
In 2014, over 2 million Americans were reported as being addicted to prescription pain medication. On top of that, almost 50,000 people actually die annually from an opioid overdose. In fact, in 2019 drug overdose was a leading cause of injury-related death in the United States. Each year, the opioid death rate just grows higher.
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Fact or Fiction – The Truth Behind Physical Therapy Myths
Thinking of seeking Physical Therapy but not sure what to expect? Maybe you’ve researched Physical Therapy on the internet or spoke to friends and family, but have received contradicting information. Your search stops here, as we debunk the myths of Physical Therapy and put your mind at ease.
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“Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy: What is it? Why do I have it? Anything else to try?” by Dr. Catherine Christenson Family Nurse Practitioner
What is Peripheral Neuropathy?
Damage to peripheral nerves that interferes with vital connections from the brain, distorting and interrupting messages to the body.
What are peripheral nerves?
Nerves that are outside the brain and spinal column. The damage to the peripheral nerves can be from inflammation, injury,