Q: What is vertigo, and how can a physical therapist help?
A: Vertigo is a condition when someone feels dizzy, off-balance, or unsteady. There are various types of vertigo with different causes. One common type of vertigo is benign paroxysmal
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As we age, maintaining balance and preventing falls becomes increasingly important for staying healthy, active, and independent. According to the CDC, one in four adults aged 65 and older will fall each year. These falls often lead to serious injuries, …
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?
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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Ask an Expert: What is Vertigo?
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Fall Awareness: Protecting Independence and Preventing Injuries
in NewsAs we age, maintaining balance and preventing falls becomes increasingly important for staying healthy, active, and independent. According to the CDC, one in four adults aged 65 and older will fall each year. These falls often lead to serious injuries, …
Welcome Bradley Austin, PT, DPT, COMT, CDNS
in NewsWe 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 …
Stretching and Warm-Up Routines for Workers: PT Recommendations
in News, Physical TherapyMost 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 …
A Letter to the Frankfort Community from Tx:Team
in NewsDear 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 …
Ask an Expert: What Are Energy Conservation Techniques and How Can I Use Them to Improve My Quality of Life?
in Ask an Expert, NewsQuestion: 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 …
Ask an Expert: Why Do My Legs Swell?
in Ask an Expert, NewsQuestion: 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 …
Ask an Expert: How Do I Get Cleared to Return to Sport After My ACL Tear?
in Ask an Expert, NewsQ: 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 …
Resuming Exercise After a Prolonged Break
in NewsEngaging 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 …
Ask an Expert: What Steps Can I Take to Avoid the Problem from Returning and Needing Further Physical Therapy?
in Ask an Expert, NewsQuestion: 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 …