physical therapy

A Balanced Fitness Regimen Includes Balance Training: Here's How to Do It

...  balanced fitness regimen includes balance training: Here's how to do it But physical stability is integral to our survival and well-being, says Robbin Howard, assistant professor of physical therapy at USC. "Balance …. Rooting down through your standing foot, lengthen through your spine to the crown of your head. Next … Read more on Los Angeles Times Autologous bone marrow cell transplantation in acute spinal cord injury—an … There is a huge base of preclinical evidence that suggests the safety and clinical efficacy of cellular therapies after spinal cord injury (SCI). Most of the human trials published so far have had major limitations due to ...

What You Should Know About Swelling in Your Legs

...  You Should Know About Swelling in Your Legs Another option, used to treat lymphedema, is to use a technique called complete decongestive therapy that involves using massage to push out fluid, along with exercises and a low-compression wrap. … Dr. Gilbert may send them to physical therapy. Read more on Health Hub from Cleveland Clinic Helping patients get back on their feet: New Rehab4Life location offers … FARGO—Unlike those who might dread going to physical therapy, Deanna Bakken grins and says, "I get to go to therapy today." The 49-year-old from Fargo suffers from cerebral palsy and cerebellar atrophy and has spent more than 20 years of her life … Read more on INFORUM Read ...

RESULTS: Professional Services Winners of Best of Acadiana

...  Professional services winners of Best of Acadiana 1- LaBorde Therapy Center. 2 – Physical Therapy Clinic of Lafayette. 3 – Acadiana Pain and Performance Rehab. Best Place to have a Baby: 1- Lafayette General Medical Center. 2 – Women & Children's Hospital. 3 – Opelousas General Health System … 3 … Read more on The Daily Advertiser Ochsner officially launches health network with 25 Louisiana hospitals After announcing a series of "strategic partnerships" involving hospitals around Louisiana over the past several months, the Ochsner ...

Pilates Used Effectively in Physical Therapy

...  used effectively in physical therapy Today, Crystal is continuing her therapy using pilates at Good Shepherd in Allentown. >>nat sound: 1:02 "And then soften it and roll down" >>NAncy: Physical therapist Wendy Norelli says folks with neurological problems are having exceptional results. Read more on WFMZ Allentown Brooks Rehab bringing Microsoft technology for physical therapy into patients … The program coaches patients through physical therapy exercises while sending information and qualitative data back to clinicians and allows the patient and physical therapist to interact in real time through video. Therapists can also review videos … Read more on Jacksonville Business Journal Read ...

Chiropractic Physical Therapy: How Physical Therapy Differs From Chiropractic Care

Physical therapy and chiropractic care both aim to relieve the patient’s pain, improve flexibility and mobility and restore function. Both are effective treatment methods offering good results when provided by experienced physical therapists and chiropractors. The question how physical therapy differs from chiropractic care is one that arises in our minds, when considering treatment for a particular condition. Chiropractic Treatment Focuses on the Functioning of the Spinal Column Read ...

I'm an Athlete, I Don't Have a Heart Problem!

...  Athlete, I Don't Have a Heart Problem! Typically, athletes are most receptive to treatment in physical rehabilitation. Research has shown that cardiac rehab will reduce the symptoms of CVD, improve quality of life, and increase an individual's longevity. Cardiac rehab therapists develop a … Read more on The Eagle (blog) Rice Memorial Hospital to build new rehabilitation center There's a rising community need for rehabilitation services ranging from speech, occupational and physical therapy to concussion management, neurological services, cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation and more, said Teri Beyer, chief quality officer at … Read more on West Central Tribune Read ...

The Boy With No Jaw: BBCHS Senior Battles Through Rare Medical Condition

...  boy with no jaw: BBCHS senior battles through rare medical condition And his doctors don't want him involved in any physical activities. The kissing will wait, too, until after all of the surgeries that are rebuilding … Andy has been treated in local hospitals, Chicago medical centers, a specialty clinic in … Read more on Kankakee Daily Journal School notes Nguyen is the son of Anh Cu. He plans to study pre-physical therapy. To qualify for the scholarship, Nguyen wrote … Sarah Komanapalli received the National Merit University of Chicago Scholarship. Michelle Kent received the National Merit Lehigh … Read more on Muncie Star Press Read ...