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Celebrating National PT Month with Aquacare & Fitness Forum 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 physical therapists play in restoring health, rebuilding confidence, and improving quality […]
Pain from Poor Posture If you’ve ever ended a workday with a stiff neck, sore shoulders, or aching wrists, your posture may be to blame. In our digital world, many people spend hours hunched over computers, slouched in chairs, or leaning toward screens — all habits that strain the body more than you might realize. […]
Physical therapy clinic is accepting new patients Fitness Forum Physical Therapy will open its newest location in Kent Island on Monday, August 4. The full-service physical therapy clinic will offer gym-based and aquatic physical therapy services. Shaun Taylor Bevins, PT, MPT, is a local therapist to Kent Island, serving the Centreville/Stevensville community for 15 years! […]
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By Melinda O’Bier, PTA Road trips are an exciting way to explore new places, but long hours in the car can take a toll on your body. Sitting for extended periods can lead to back pain, stiff muscles, and poor circulation, making your journey uncomfortable. Fortunately, with a few simple adjustments and mindful habits, you […]
Walking barefoot on the beach seems like the perfect summer escape—soft sand between your toes, the ocean breeze in your hair, and a peaceful stroll along the shoreline. It’s a relaxing image, but your body feels differently. What most people don’t realize is that walking on sand is actually more of a workout than it […]
Attention, sports enthusiasts and weekend warriors! If you’ve ever experienced the sharp, shooting pain of a herniated disk, you know it’s no joke. This common sports injury can sideline even the toughest athletes. But don’t hang up your cleats just yet – physical therapy can be your ticket back to the field, court, or track. […]
By Cara Konlian, MSPT, CEO, Aquacare Physical Therapy Most people are unaware that pelvic floor therapy can help in the management of bowel disorders. Physical therapists can evaluate and treat the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular components of bowel dysfunction in order to improve a patient’s quality of life. Some bowel disorders proven to improve with […]
Despite one’s attempts to maintain good posture, sitting for long periods of time is just not healthy. It is important to move and change positions regularly. The old cliché “motion is lotion” or “rest is rust” is very true. Many people started working from home during the pandemic and may still be working at home. […]
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 […]
Help My Feet Feel On Fire! Peripheral Neuropathy Symptoms Many people suffer from lower extremity pain, numbness and tingling that can cause people to lose sleep and exercise less. There are many reasons that this can occur. One of the main reasons is peripheral neuropathy, or diabetic nerve pain that is caused by nerves damaged by diabetes. […]