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 ...

Improve your stability and prevent falls with expert advice from a physical therapist. Learn the most common balance training ...

As we age, exercise is important for muscle mass, bone density, balance and back pain. Try these at-home exercises for ...

A physical therapist said that sitting all day can cause knee pain, but simple exercises can help strengthen and stabilize ...

That’s another reason exercise, including physical therapy (PT), is so important ... physical function, and balance. Ending a relapse as quickly as possible benefits your body and the mind.

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 ...

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 ...

You can use your score on the Functional Reach Test to measure progress if you are performing balance exercises in physical therapy, and your score may also be used to keep you motivated during ...

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 ...

The goals of therapy may include ... still be a good idea to visit your local PT to learn specific ankle balance and proprioception exercises. These exercises may include: Your physical therapist can ...

Balance (along with good grip strength) can prevent harmful falls, keeping us upright. Core strength is crucial to this. Researchers from Arcadia University discovered older adults who did core ...