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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 […]
Falls don’t have to be a part of aging. 1 in 4 adults over 65 experiences a fall each year—and many of those falls are preventable. Whether you’re walking across the room or stepping off a curb, small changes to your daily habits and environment can make a big difference in staying safe, steady, and […]
Milford, Delaware Joe Brozonis knows a thing or two about staying active—and bouncing back. A longtime tennis and pickleball player, Joe tore his Achilles tendon during a match while backpedaling for a high ball. “I heard it pop,” he recalls. “It wasn’t overly dramatic, but I knew right away what had happened.” After surgery with […]
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 […]
Lisa Goslee of Seaford is not one to sit around. With three teenagers, she is always on the move. That is, until an ankle injury stopped her in her tracks. “This is my second or third time having physical therapy with Aquacare in Seaford,” Goslee said. “The team works with my needs and goals, and […]
By Claire Nelson, PT, DPT, Aquacare – Berlin Lacing up the sneakers and heading out to the trails for a run may be tempting, however if you have not been running in some time or if you are still recuperating from an injury, it is best to make a plan before impulsively jumping back […]
At 16, most of Ava McCarron’s days consist of school, friends, working at her parent’s ice cream shop, and sports. During her freshman year, Ava injured her ankle while playing soccer. While it wasn’t a break or fracture, several tendons were over-stretched and injured. “She was in a boot for several weeks to help her […]
Our feet are put through many stresses during the course of our normal day. Ankle and foot pain is common, and can be affected by age, footwear, as well as activities such as walking. Pain can be caused by reduced stability, reduced mobility, or reduced strength. Physical therapy can help. Within the foot are many […]
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. […]