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Aquacare student intern Charlie put together an educational video with demonstrations of six stretches that can help people living with multiple sclerosis move more easily. According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, multiple sclerosis or MS is a disease that affects the brain, spinal cord and optic nerves, which make up the central nervous system […]
The body is held together through the workings of an intricate system of fascia. This fascia is connected from the head to the toes and is the home to traveling blood vessels, nerves, and the lymphatic system. Through injury or simply over time with repetitive movement, the network of fascia can become flattened or stuck […]
Does this sound like you: I often have the urge to run to the bathroom. As a pelvic physical therapist, one of the most common complaints I hear with continence issues is the disruption and embarrassment caused by a frequent overwhelming urge to void. You run to the bathroom, void all of a few ounces, […]
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 […]
Maintaining proper posture offers more than just aesthetic benefits. It is essential for developing strength, flexibility, and balance in the body, leading to reduced muscle pain and increased energy levels throughout the day. Adopting correct posture also alleviates stress on muscles and ligaments, minimizing the risk of injury. Additionally, there may be positive effects on […]
The goal for our patients at Aquacare Physical Therapy is to achieve as close to a pain-free life as possible and improve mobility, function, and activity tolerance depending on each patient’s diagnosis. Therapists also assist in the distribution and education of a home exercise program that is performed and progresses throughout a patient’s course of […]
Why Am I Coming To Physical Therapy? Often what leads people to Physical Therapy comes down to pain. It could be pain with just rolling around in bed or pain trying to deadlift heavy weights in the gym. No goal is too small to tackle when coming to your Physical Therapist for help. Other times […]
Can I Exercise With High Blood Pressure Or Hypertension? Hypertension is also known as high blood pressure. This diagnosis will be given to you by your doctor after tracking your blood pressure for a period. There are various ways of controlling this diagnosis including diet, medication, and exercise. It is always a good idea to […]
Please stop believing those commercials. You know which ones I’m talking about. There is the one that opens with the very educated and polished appearing woman stating rather definitively something like, “We all know as women bladder leakage is normal…” Or the one in which the famous comedienne/actress is shown on stage as though she […]
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. […]
Your car needs regular maintenance, so you probably have a mechanic. Your eyes and teeth are important, so you see your optometrist and dentist regularly. You get an annual physical from your family physician. You might even be getting ready to see your accountant to get your yearly income tax done. What about your physical […]
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 […]