Study shows changing therapy practice to add higher-intensity walking improves early stroke recovery
A progressively higher-intensity walking exercise program combined with standard physical therapy significantly improved the quality of life and mobility in stroke survivors, according to a ...
9 Everyday Habits That Are Making Your Balance Worse After 50
Improve your stability and prevent falls with expert advice from a physical therapist. Learn the most common balance training ...
4 exercises to improve strength and mobility as we age, according to a physical therapist
As we age, exercise is important for muscle mass, bone density, balance and back pain. Try these at-home exercises for ...
Try 5 exercises to fix knee pain and offset the damage of sitting all day, according to a physical therapist
A physical therapist said that sitting all day can cause knee pain, but simple exercises can help strengthen and stabilize ...
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Department of Physical Therapy and Kinesiology
DPT students gain experience in UMass Lowell Physical Therapy Clinic. First- and second-year DPT students practice interacting, admitting and treating patients prior to their formal clinical education ...
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Aging well means having good balance. Here’s how to prioritize it
Hartley, a University of Miami professor of physical therapy specializing in geriatrics ... At the kitchen counter, take a few steps to the side in each direction. For balance-specific exercises, it’s ...
The Washington Post28d
Early physical therapy is better for concussions, study indicates
Each patient received eight physical therapy sessions over six weeks, focusing on the cervical spine, cardiovascular system, and static and dynamic balance. Patients also did a home exercise ...