A common complaint that sends people to physical therapy is muscle weakness or lack of balance, which can greatly increase your risk of falling. The cause of these issues is often tied to events such as an extended hospital stay, injury, physical inactivity, or even a neurological condition such as stroke or Alzheimer’s disease. Why does my body have trouble … Read More
It doesn’t take a crisis to realize that family is everything. But every crisis provides an opportunity to show it. Amy’s dad was in a TCU (Transitional Care Unit), benefiting from physical therapy to get him strong enough to go home. The whole Hutchinson family visited last weekend to offer their love and support. While the circumstances weren’t ideal, the … Read More
You’ve worked hard all your life, watching the weeks pass, waiting for those magical golden years. Now that it’s here, are you finding that physical limitations are keeping you from the retirement you’ve always dreamed of, including… Traveling to new places? Keeping up with the grandchildren? Fly fishing in your secret spot? Woodworking in a well stocked shop? Lowering your … Read More
Age affects balance, which leads to a higher risk of falling and all the health issues related to it, according to a study at Harvard Medical School. 105 healthy people ages 18 to 80 were tested to determine how sensitive they were to certain kinds of motion. Those age 40 or older had the most trouble passing a standard balance … Read More
