Why Physical Therapy is Critical for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Patients

Why Physical Therapy is Critical for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Patients

Physical therapy (PT) can be a cornerstone of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) management, with PT focusing on stabilizing hypermobile joints, reducing chronic pain, and improving proprioception through tailored, low-impact exercises with reduction...

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Physical Therapy for Parkinson’s Disease

Physical Therapy for Parkinson’s Disease

Continuing an active lifestyle after a Parkinson's disease diagnosis is a key factor in slowing symptom progression. According to the Parkinson’s Outcomes Project, “increasing physical activity to at least 2.5...

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Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) “Scraping” in Physical Therapy

Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) “Scraping” in Physical Therapy

Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) (aka scraping) is a form of manual therapy used in physical therapy to treat soft tissue injuries and dysfunctions. It involves using specialized tools made...

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10 Habits For Better Sleep

10 Habits For Better Sleep

Sleep is an essential part of our well-being and plays an important role in healing, muscle recovery, and memory. Adults should get seven or more hours of sleep a night....

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Get Ready for Winter: A PT’s Guide to Preventing Cold-Weather Injuries

Get Ready for Winter: A PT’s Guide to Preventing Cold-Weather Injuries

December is here, and with it comes the chill in the air that signals a shift in our activities. For many, this means dusting off skis, snowboards, and ice skates....

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Electronic Stimulation Units and Physical Therapy

Electronic Stimulation Units and Physical Therapy

What is an Electrical Stimulation Unit (stim)? It is a machine commonly used by Physical Therapists as part of a patient plan of care. It serves as a safe, non-invasive...

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