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Knee Replacement Surgery – What to Expect
Every year, between 850,000 and 1 million people undergo knee replacement surgery. This number is expected to grow to at least 1.2 million by 2040. As a home physical therapist, I have seen countless post-op total knee replacement patients. I find that most of these patients are not prepared for what to expect after surgery.
Getting Started with HIIT: A Guide to Efficient and Effective Training
With over 20 years as a fitness instructor and physical therapist, I’ve seen countless fitness trends come and go. However, for the past decade, one trend has stood out: High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). Unlike my old 2-hour gym sessions, HIIT allows me to achieve a full-body workout in just one hour. When done right, HIIT
Stride Right: Cane or Walking Poles?
Nordic walking poles have gained popularity as versatile mobility aids and are frequently chosen over traditional canes, forearm crutches, and walkers. Here’s what you need to know to make the best choice for your mobility needs. Traditionally, canes and walkers have provided essential support and balance for individuals with mobility challenges. In contrast, walking poles
Beyond Wrinkles: Understanding Inflammation in Aging
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to look young for their age or old for their age? It may be due to inflammation. I recently listened to a really interesting podcast on aging and the effects of inflammation: Nutrition Professor: How inflammation could age you | Philip Calder produced by ZOE Science &
Unlock Happiness With The Happy Hormones
How Your Actions Impact Your Brain Chemistry While external factors like events and relationships can influence our mood, research supports that our actions also have a profound impact on our brain chemistry. By committing to a few small, intentional actions each day, you actively work towards increasing the levels of these “happy hormones” in your
The Multitasking Myth
What is multitasking? Why do we multitask? The costs of multitasking? When can we multitask? Strategies to break the habit. While baking cookies recently, I received a call from my brother. Despite my familiarity with the recipe, attempting to multitask between chatting with him and baking resulted in a crucial oversight—I forgot to add the
Osteoporosis: Building Bone Health
May is osteoporosis awareness and prevention month FACTS: One out of every 2 women and 1 in 4 men aged 50 and older will have an osteoporosis-related fracture in their lifetime. A woman’s risk of fracture is equal to her combined risk of breast, uterine and ovarian cancer. A man is more likely to break
From the Heart to Paper
How to write a heartfelt note Whether it’s a Mother’s Day card, a condolence note, or simply a thank you email to someone who went out of their way for you, a written note is powerful. As my children will confirm from years of post Christmas and birthday torture sessions, I am a firm believer