During rehabilitation therapy following an illness, injury or diagnosis, a patient will take part in a number of exercises and routines. These therapeutic routines are done with the goal of maintaining or improving movement in a limb or set of limbs. Therapies can be performed with both active and passive support from the therapist and […]
Dealing with a chronic condition is a common thing in our world today. Many people suffer from illnesses like heart disease, arthritis, cancer, diabetes or asthma, all of which can make living an active life more difficult than it would be without these conditions. Unfortunately, nearly all chronic illnesses tend to introduce a variety of […]
When the body is faced with an injury or illness that reduces its ability to function, it is important to adopt a musculoskeletal rehabilitation routine as soon as possible. The reduced mobility and range of motion that is inherent with an injury like this is best treated with a routine that includes therapeutic movement and […]
Following a spinal cord injury, patients will undergo rehabilitation therapy in order to regain some mobility and adapt to their new way of life. Although the level of independence that can be reached will depend on the severity of the injury, regaining some level of mobility will be key in optimizing the recovery process and […]
While exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, it’s even more important for people struggling with a degenerative disease like Parkinson’s. The physical effects of this brain disorder can be quite disruptive but studies have shown that incorporating regular exercise into a patient’s routine can help mitigate some of these symptoms, as well […]