WAH

In 2002, our little department of 4 (3 physical therapists and 1 receptionist) wanted to find a way to promote National Physical Therapy Month in October while encouraging physical activity and community involvement.  We came up with the idea of the Soup Walk – you could get a little exercises and enjoy delicious soup afterward.  […]

 “Respiratory Therapy is a specialized health care field where practitioners are trained in pulmonary medicine in order to work therapeutically with people suffering from pulmonary disease” as defined by the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC). National Respiratory Care Week, held in the last full week of October, recognizes the field of respiratory care and

It’s hard to believe we’re already more than half way through October and well on our way into November. The leaves are changing and falling, the temperatures are dropping and we all know what is coming around the corner. With the transition of seasons, many are hard at work with harvest, or raking leaves, and

Mental health impacts all of us. Whether you have a psychiatric disorder or not, chances are, you know someone who struggles with it. Did you know that 1 in 5 adults require mental health services each year? The month of October is National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month, which works to educate on the

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and in recent years there have been some really high profile suicides that have brought more awareness to suicide.  Anthony Bourdain, Kate Spade and recently country singer, Luke Bell, was a suicide.  Suicide still continues to be an epidemic in our country, particularly in veterans.  Some signs to watch

Yes it’s hot out there!  And you are sweating! But is too much sweating a healthy thing?  Anytime that you are active outside in the heat, chances are you’re sweating.  Sweat contains water, sodium and some potassium.  As the water evaporates off your skin, it helps cool you down. The more active you are and the

Ankle mobility and strength can have a big impact on our fall risks as we age. There are several factors that can lead to increased risk of falls as we age and two of these factors are ankle strength, and range of motion (ROM)1,2.  Ankle dorsiflexion ROM (lifting your foot/toes up) is a strong predictor

Summer is here and high school students are enjoying summer break. Many are also planning for a busy period of off-season sports preparation. Fall sports will be here before we know it and lower body injuries are becoming more prevalent in the female volleyball athlete. It is very important for young girls to complete off-season