By Kristen Branham, MPT The pelvic floor consists of the muscles, ligaments, and connective tissues that help to support the bladder, uterus, and rectum. Because of the gradual stretching and weakening of the pelvic floor during pregnancy when the baby is growing, as...
By Michael Moore, PT Several areas of activities will necessitate a grandparent’s fitness. The level of fitness or involvement is influenced by just how involved the grandparent is in the grandchild’s life as well as by the age of the grandchildren. ...
By Brigit Lim, MPT Protecting Your Body While Supporting Your Baby’s Weight Becoming a new parent has been wonderful in so many ways, but for my ongoing back issues it has been a challenge to make sure I maintain proper body mechanics to avoid a flare-up. I was...
By Angie Blaikie, MPT Tendinitis: What is it? Tendinitis is the inflammation of a tendon (the junction between your muscle and the bone it attaches to), often caused by overuse of that tendon. This type of injury is common after return to exercise after an extended...
By Christina Moskala, DPT Are you or a loved one 60+ years old and not as strong or healthy as you used to be? Would you consider yourself or that loved one frail? Did you know frail individuals are at a greater risk of disability, falls, hospitalization, and even...