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5 Ways to Prevent Slips & Falls This Winter

Posted on December 7, 2020 by Malvika Sampath, PT, DPT

With all of the ice and snow that come with wintertime, slippery conditions can greatly increase the risk of falls...
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Stretch for Success: 10 Exercises & Stretches To Help Improve Your Posture

Posted on November 30, 2020 by Athletico

Working from home has been a major change in many people’s life during 2020. One of the downsides may be...
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Winter is Coming: How to Avoid Slips & Spills

Posted on November 25, 2020 by Brianna Brackin, PT, DPT

It’s that time of year yet again, where fall turns the outdoors into a blustery obstacle course for many of...
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Safe Thanksgiving Cooking Tips from a Hand Therapist

Posted on November 20, 2020 by Justin Schvach, MOT, OTR/L

Co-author: Amy Frederickson Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to show gratitude and enjoy the company of family and friends. This...
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3 Reason to See a PT When You’re Not Injured

Posted on October 21, 2020 by Athletico

For most people, physical therapy is only considered after an injury or surgical procedure. Unlike medical doctors, dentists and eye...
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Cross-Training for Runners

Posted on September 30, 2020 by Paige Gibbens, PT, DPT, MHA

Running is a demanding activity, both physically and mentally. Thirty to seventy five percent of runners are hurt annually. But...
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Leaf Raking Injury Prevention Tips

Posted on September 23, 2020 by Shelia M. Tenny, OTR/L, CHT

As we tire of the hot and humid, days of summer, many of us look forward to the cool, crisp...
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Fall Prevention: Tips to Prevent Falls

Posted on September 21, 2020 by Athletico

Mary Lehnen, PT, DPT and Laura Flanigan, MSOT, OTR/L Why is fall prevention important? Physical and occupational therapists frequently treat...
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