KEARNEY — COVID-19 has a lot of curious side effects. Gary Hogg has learned that firsthand. After spending several days in the ICU with symptoms of COVID-19 in December, his balance remains wobbly.
Physical therapy can play an important role in healthy aging by helping older adults maintain the physical strength necessary for independence. In traditional terms, physical therapy is a resource ...
Falls are the leading cause of injury for adults 65+. Learn balance tips, exercises, and when to seek physical therapy to ...
Across the United States, fall-related injuries continue to be a top health concern among older adults. Data from the CDC reveals that one in four Americans aged 65+ experiences a fall each year, with ...
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Physical therapy not only helps individuals recover from an injury or accident, it can help control the pain of many age-related problems, such as arthritis and fatigue. After a fall, many senior ...
The results can be life-changing. Older adults who engage in physical and occupational therapy show a lower risk for ...
Residents of the Baptist Retirement Community danced La Macarena, hula-hooped in the hallways and swatted pink balloons with colorful pool noodles as part of a program designed by Angelo State ...
Staying moving is an important part of healthy aging and independence. For many older adults, physical therapy can be a useful resource in this effort. Traditionally, people have viewed physical ...