Blog: A Bloody Good Advancement in Physical Therapy
Since the beginning of modern-day physical therapy in the early 1900s, the profession has evolved. Many treatment philosophies and modalities have come and gone.
Established in 1993, Advanced Health (AH) was, and remains, under the leadership of physical therapy authorities, Michael Martinez, DScPT, OCS, COMT and Thomas Legando, PT, Cert MDT, CDT.
Dry needling is a form of therapeutic intervention in which fine, non-medicated needles are inserted into myofascial trigger points, tendons, ligaments, or near nerves in order to stimulate a healing response in painful musculoskeletal conditions.
Blog: Are You Hurting From Your Summer Activities?
There is a good possibility that you have a strain or sprain where you hurt. Strains and Sprains are micro tears from overstretched muscles, tendons, or ligaments. Common injuries in the Summer range from a localized soreness to a sudden “pop” with shooting pain.
As the leaves change color and the temperatures drop, autumn brings a unique set of challenges, especially for older adults.
With the change in weather, there is an increased risk of falls due to slippery sidewalks, uneven surfaces, and the natural decline in physical agility that comes with age. Fortunately, there’s a powerful ally in the fight against falls: physical therapy.