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Living With Heart Failure? 5 Ways To Improve Quality of Life

Jul 6, 2021 / Health Tips

Heart failure is a common cause of heart disease. Symptoms can include feeling breathless, weight gain, fatigue, and a decreased ability to tolerate exercise. These tips from a physical therapist can help you maintain quality of life.

Plagiocephaly: Pediatric Treatment for Flat Head Syndrome

Aug 22, 2013 / Podcast

A physical therapist and orthotist discuss the treatment of plagiocephaly (or flat head syndrome) for babies.

4 Things to Know About Adult Bowel Health

Jun 7, 2024 / Health Tips

Bowel health can be uncomfortable to discuss, but it provides a good indication of your overall health. These tips from physical therapists for developing regular bowel routines can help you stay healthy.

7 Tips to Avoid Aches and Pains While Gardening

May 17, 2024 / Health Tips

Common gardening activities, such as digging, planting, weeding, mulching, and raking can lead to discomfort in your muscles and joints. You can minimize these by following these tips from physical therapists.

Retired or Retiring Soon? Here's How to Invest in Your Health Span for a Quality Life Span

Dec 8, 2022 / Health Tips

Life span is how long you live. Health span is how long you can live independently with a good quality of life. Focusing on your fitness in early retirement can give you a return on investment that pays dividends through your lifespan.

Success Story: Man Loses 300 Pounds, and Improves Quality of Life

Nov 16, 2015 / Podcast

November 19, 2015: Scott lost 300 lbs. and credits his physical therapist with helping transform his life.

5 Things to Ease Your Hospital Stay

Apr 15, 2024 / Health Tips

Hospital stays for sickness or injury can be overwhelming, emotionally and physically.

Childhood Obesity

Oct 20, 2014 / Podcast

Margaret "Maggie" O'Neil, PT, PhD, MPH, discusses the impact of being overweight and obese for children, and specific programs designed to get them active, moving, and healthy. 

Juvenile Arthritis

Jun 28, 2015 / Podcast

Arthritis isn't exclusive to adults, children can develop it as well. Juvenile arthritis isn't a specific condition but an umbrella term that includes many types and subtypes.

Safe Standing Exercises for Older Adults

Apr 20, 2020 / Video

Cressida Lewis, PT, MSPT, leads a series of standing exercises using a chair that can be safely done at home by older adults on their own, or with the help of caregivers. Make sure to use a sturdy chair that will not move or a kitchen countertop for safety while doing these exercises.