When someone experiences paralysis, it’s common for the first question to be ‘how long will it last’. While several forms of paralysis will be permanent and possibly even increase over time, it may be possible for others to experience some improvement in symptoms. Taking part in a rehabilitation program can help patients maintain or improve […]
What is a Passive Therapy and Who Can it Help?
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 […]
Benefits of Exercise for Chronic Illnesses and Comorbidities
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 […]
Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation to Improve Mobility
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 […]
Spinal Cord Injury Therapy – Rehabilitation to Achieve Breakthroughs in Mobility
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 […]