A concussion is a type of mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a force either directly to the head or body.1 This force causes the brain to bounce or twist around in the skull triggering a cascade of chemical …
Read PostSummer is the perfect season to get back into exercise. The extra hours of sunlight and time spent outside may enliven you to start exercising or try a new form of exercise, or even increase the duration or intensity of …
Read PostAre you planning on visiting your grandchildren? Going on Spring Break with your kids? Or heading on a much-needed vacation after a long winter? Occasionally, we may find ourselves traveling whether it’s to visit family, go on vacation, or travel …
Read PostSnow is falling, temperatures dropping, and with the holiday season right around the corner, your exercise routine may be more difficult to complete than ever. Furthermore, the holidays can be a stressful time for everyone in the family making exercise …
Read PostPhysical therapists are experts in dealing with injuries, but your physical therapist can’t help if they don’t know about your injury! You might be wondering who would keep an injury secret. The answer is – lots of people! The first …
Read PostDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, activity levels dropped for a lot of people. Between stay-at-home orders, gym closures and working from home, people became more sedentary. On top of that, there were shortages of equipment like dumbbells and bicycles, making staying …
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