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Do you leak a little when you laugh, cough, or sneeze? Are you wetting yourself when exercising? If so, it may be that you have a condition known as stress urinary incontinence (SUI). You are not alone in this! More About SUI According to the American National Association for Continence nearly 25 million adults suffer…
TRICARE, one of the nation’s largest insurers wants their members to get physical therapy for back pain. They think that treating back pain with PT is so important that they’re willing to waive the cost to their members. That’s a huge deal. When’s the last time you remember an insurance company covering the entire cost…
According to the International Osteoporosis Foundation, osteoporosis causes 8.9 million fractures annually, resulting in an osteoporosis fracture every 3 seconds! Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become brittle because the creation of new bone doesn’t happen as quickly as bone loss. Bone loss can start around age 35. RISK FACTORS FOR OSTEOPOROSIS SYMPTOMS…
Did you know that there are certifications for physical therapists that are dedicated specifically to treat those who are part of the performing arts community? Most people think that performers have the “perfect” bodies. While this may be true in some cases (especially aesthetically), any athlete and performer will always have something to work on….
The term Kegel was coined in the late 1940’s by American gynecologist, Dr. Arnold Kegel. Kegeling or tightening of the pelvic muscles, refers to a nonspecific pelvic floor contraction. Kegels can be an excellent tool for strengthening. As Dr. Kegel noted, when he developed an alternative nonsurgical treatment to help prevent women from leaking urine. …