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By Melinda O’Bier, PTA | Aquacare Physical Therapy, Salisbury – Milford Street Most people don’t think of gardening as a sport. But the data tells a different story — and so does your lower back the morning after a long afternoon in the beds. More than 400,000 gardening injuries send Americans to the emergency room […]
By Cara Konlian, MSPT, CEO, Aquacare Physical Therapy Every January, motivation is high—and then real life hits. Schedules get busy. Old aches flare up. The workouts you promised yourself start to feel like one more thing you should do, instead of something that actually fits your life. Setting clear physical therapy goals can help you […]
Celebrating National PT Month with Aquacare & Fitness Forum By Cara Konlian, MSPT, CEO, Aquacare and Fitness Forum Physical Therapy Each October, communities across the country pause to recognize the people who keep us moving forward—literally. National Physical Therapy Month, established by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), shines a spotlight on the essential role […]
Are you experiencing a spinning sensation, even when sitting still? You might be suffering from vertigo. While not life-threatening, vertigo can significantly impact your daily life. The good news? Physical therapy for vertigo can help diagnose the cause and determine the best course of treatment. Let’s dive into what vertigo is, its causes, and how […]
Feeling like the world is spinning around you can be a disorienting and frightening experience. For millions of people worldwide, this sensation, known as vertigo, is an all-too-common reality. One of the most prevalent causes of vertigo is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). The good news? Physical therapy offers a highly effective solution for many […]
By Rachel Swick Mavity Prior to the pandemic, Seaford native Carla Tingle was at the top of her career as a disabilities support counselor. After graduating from Seaford High School in 1988, Carla worked for the DuPont company for a few years before becoming the coordinator of student enrichment for the Division of Vocational […]
Whether lifting a box, or running a marathon, you need strong core muscles for functional movement, balance, performance and injury prevention. What are the Core Muscles? The core muscles consist of two groups: Inner Core Muscles: These deep internal muscles are the core’s stabilizers. They are attached to the spine and support movement. Outer Core […]
By Brooke Mihalek, PTA, Aquacare Traumatic Brain Injuries affect millions of people each year with a vast majority of them being young adults or children. A traumatic brain injury or TBI can completely change a life, potentially causing a debilitating injury that results in lifelong physical, cognitive, and behavioral changes. March is Brain Injury Awareness […]
By Melinda O’Bier, Physical Therapist Assistant and Certified Falls Prevention Specialist Aquacare Salisbury – Milford Street It’s staggering to consider just how frequently adults and older Americans are affected by falls. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that 1 in 4 adults take a tumble with 1 in 5 resulting in a […]
Patellar tracking disorder, also referred to as patellofemoral pain, is where the kneecap (patella) moves towards the outside of the knee during activities involving significant knee flexion. This deviation is caused by imbalances in tendons, muscles, or ligaments that are either excessively tight or loose. These structures need to function optimally for the patella […]
Whether you were treated for COVID-19 in a hospital or were experiencing more mild sickness at home, long-term symptoms after COVID-19 are very common. As many as 70% of all COVID-19 survivors experience long-term symptoms after COVID-19. These symptoms have been categorized as “Post-COVID Syndrome.” Symptoms of Post-COVID Syndrome Post-COVID Syndrome can include symptoms such […]
Suffering from Chronic or Recurrent Headaches? Physical Therapy can Help! What Are Chronic and Recurrent Headaches? Chronic or recurrent headaches can affect our ability to concentrate, sleep, be in a good mood, work, and enjoy recreational or social activities. Chronic headaches are ones that last for 3 months or more. Recurrent headaches are ones that […]