We are excited to announce Bradley ‘Brad’ Austin, PT, DPT, COMT, CONS as Director of Rehabilitation for Riverview Health in Noblesville, Indiana.
Brad brings a wealth of experience and a passion for patient-centered care to Riverview Health rehabilitation. He earned …
Question: What can I do for my carpal tunnel syndrome?
Answer: Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of the most common hand conditions caused by compression of the median nerve as it travels through the carpal tunnel in the …
Most athletes perform some type of warm-up before their games or workouts. Warming up primes the body, boosts performance, and helps prevent injury. All that sounds great, right? So, why don’t we warm-up before our work shifts?
A short pre-work …
Dear Frankfort Community,
As you have likely heard by now, IU Health has elected to end our contract to provide physical and occupational therapy services at IU Health Frankfort Hospital. For the past 20 years, it has been our privilege …
Question: What are energy conservation techniques and how can I use them to improve my quality of life?
Answer: Energy conservation techniques can be used for a wide array of various populations and improve the quality of life for …
Question: Why do my legs swell?
Answer: There are many reasons why the legs can swell. Medical conditions such as decreased kidney function, lymphedema, congestive heart failure and pulmonary edema and obesity. You should see your physician to rule out …
Q: As an athlete, how do I get cleared to return to sport after my ACL tear?
A: That answer is multifaceted and requires an assessment of both your mental and physical capabilities post-operatively. We have generalized guidelines and criteria …
Engaging in physical activity offers both immediate and long-term physical and mental benefits. Exercise can enhance sleep quality and reduce the risk of depression and anxiety. Physically, it lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, infectious diseases, and …
Question: Now that my condition has improved and I’m feeling much better, what steps can I take to avoid the problem from returning and needing further physical therapy?
Answer: During your physical therapy (PT) sessions, we conduct a comprehensive …
Question: What does the rotator cuff do, and how can therapy help if I have a rotator cuff tear?
Answer: The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles that work together to perform rotational movements of the upper …