Caring, giving, sharing. For most people, the holidays bring out the best in us when it comes to going the extra mile. But for those who are family caregivers, this is a description of everyday life. Whether you became a caregiver suddenly (grandma had a stroke), or gradually (aging parents), taking care of a loved […]
For many, a healthy diet and regular exercise are self-prescribed ways to feel better. But for people with diabetes, diet and exercise are key to managing the disorder. If you have diabetes, be sure to speak to your doctor about developing a healthcare plan that balances what you eat with regular physical activity. When reviewing […]
Can’t quite wake up in the morning? A few good stretches can help you relieve muscle tension, increase circulation, and even help release endorphins (those hormones that make you feel good). “Wake up” your muscles and add a little energy to your mornings with these three stretches below*: Knees to Chest This stretch lengthens tight […]
We’ve probably all experienced the nuisance of minor pain. You get a sinus headache, you reach for a decongestant. A backache? Ibuprofen may do the trick. But for people with chronic pain (it lasts longer than 6 months), the answer may not be as simple. That’s where physical therapy can help. Physical therapy can help […]
Are you a weekend warrior? Check “yes” if you’re someone who’s physically inactive most of the week, and then approaches exercise on the weekend with the rigor of an elite athlete. If this is your plan of action when it comes to exercise, you may want to rethink it. Weekend warriors have a higher risk […]
Are hospitals prepared for disasters? The short answer is…yes. All hospitals are required by laws, regulations, or accreditation requirements to plan for disasters. Hospitals prepare for both internal and external disasters. Internal disasters are events that occur inside the hospital building like a fire, flood, or power outage and have potential to affect services. An […]
With fall around the corner, participation in football and other cooler-weather sports and activities will grow – along with the potential for concussions. A concussion is a brain injury that’s caused by a blow or jolt to the head or body. Concussion symptoms can occur immediately or days/weeks later. Signs of a concussion can include: Headache […]
If you live with multiple sclerosis, rehabilitation can play an essential role in helping you function at your best. From diagnosis on, rehabilitation specialists such as physical, occupational, and speech therapists can help with symptoms of the condition. These usually include muscle control and weakness – affecting the way you walk, move or talk. Therapies […]
Michael J. Fox was a 29-year-old actor who woke up one morning and noticed his little finger shaking. What he thought was a side effect of a hangover actually was an early symptom of Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease is a chronic and progressive movement disorder that has no known cause. Nearly a million people in […]
When looking for rehabilitative care, you may have heard of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, assisted living centers, skilled nursing facilities, and nursing homes. While these may seem like equal choices for care, they’re not. Each of the facilities mentioned above has rehabilitation professionals on staff, but only one – the rehabilitation hospital – specializes in rehabilitation, […]
