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Understanding Health Insurance Terms

Jun 15, 2021 / Health Tips

Finding your way through health insurance benefits can be a challenge. It is important to know the meaning of terms that insurance companies use. And it is especially helpful to understand your benefits so you can choose a plan to best meet your needs.

Understand Access to and Payment for Physical Therapy Services

Mar 30, 2022 / Health Tips

When a problem limits your movement or physical activity, it's important to know how to access treatment by a physical therapist. It is also helpful to know how payment for physical therapy works. Here are answers to some common questions.

Tips to Safely Use Walking Aids

Oct 17, 2017 / Health Tips

Physical therapists recommend that older adults who use canes and walkers as walking aids be assessed and fitted properly to avoid falls and related injuries.

Workplace Wellness and Office Ergonomics

Dec 20, 2018 / Health Tips

Working at a computer all day can take a toll on the body. Repeated activities and lack of movement can lead to aches, pains, and injuries. Here are some tips from physical therapists to prevent and reduce aches and pains due to office work.

5 Tips to Safely Benefit From Walking for People With Arthritis

Mar 26, 2019 / Health Tips

Walking is a safe, enjoyable, low-cost and low-impact physical activity. If you have arthritis, follow these tips to help make a walking program safe and enjoyable.

6 Sports for People With Parkinson Disease

Apr 18, 2018 / Health Tips

People with Parkinson disease can participate in sports safely with the help of a physical therapist who can develop a personalized treatment plan that includes their preferred sport at the right level and intensity.

6 Tips to Prevent New Parenting Injuries

Jun 4, 2019 / Health Tips

Lifting and carrying a child, picking up toys, and pushing a stroller are normal daily tasks for moms and dads. Here are some tips on how using proper body mechanics to help ease these strains and stresses of parenting.

9 Things Your Physical Therapist Wants You To Know About Aging Well

Sep 28, 2018 / Health Tips

With the right type and amount of physical activity, we can help stave off many age-related health problems. These nine tips from physical therapists will help you live life to its fullest.

Tips to Prevent Skiing-Related Knee Injuries

Sep 30, 2018 / Health Tips

The most common skiing injuries happen to the lower limb, most commonly the knee. These tips from physical therapist can reduce your risk of being injured.

Recognizing Signs of a Concussion

Mar 13, 2024 / Health Tips

A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury. Concussions can be caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body that causes the brain to move inside the skull.