It’s Never Too Late to Start Exercising: Physical Activity Prevents Breast Cancer in Postmenopausal Women

It’s Never Too Late to Start Exercising: Physical Activity Prevents Breast Cancer in Postmenopausal Women

According to the World Health Organization, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer death in females. There are different risk factors that have been associated with the development of breast cancer, which can be grouped into genetic and environmental factors: ❖ Genetic factors include: family history, race,…

Breathwork Makes the Pelvic Floor Work!

Breathwork Makes the Pelvic Floor Work!

Did you know that physical therapy can help to improve the way you breathe? As experts of the movement system, physical therapists help to improve and optimize the mobility of the ribcage, spine, abdomen, and the diaphragm- the primary muscle responsible for breathing- so that you can take deeper more efficient breaths. But why do…

Exercise During Pregnancy Improves Baby’s Motor Skills

Exercise During Pregnancy Improves Baby’s Motor Skills

In recent decades women have been encouraged to exercise during pregnancy. Updated guidelines on ACOG (American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists) says pregnant women should be exercising for 150 minutes a week. Traditionally some considered exercise to be too stressful for the mothers body. Research though has been showing its hugely beneficial for both mom…