WHAT IS PAIN? Pain is an uncomfortable feeling and it’s a way for your body to tell you something may be wrong. It can be steady, throbbing, stabbing, aching, pinching, or described in many other ways. Sometimes, it’s just a nuisance, like a mild headache. Other times it can be debilitating. Nearly 100 million Americans experience […]
Your Therapy, Your Choice!
WHERE SHOULD I GO? We face choices daily. When you purchase a vehicle, you have a choice of dealerships. Just as you have a choice in which dentist to use or where you will get your hair styled. Did you know you also have a choice in who will […]
The Great Profession of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy April is Occupational Therapy Month and although the profession has been around for a long time, many individuals, unfortunately, do not know the true benefits of Occupational Therapy (OT). Most individuals learn of its significance when they need an Occupational Therapist to help them, family members or friends. The History of Occupational […]
April is Limb Loss Awareness Month
According to the Amputee Coalition, there are more than 500 amputations every single day in this country, and more than half of all amputations are a result of vascular disease. In addition, every year more than 1,000 babies are born with a limb difference. And by 2050, 3.6 million people in the U.S. will be living […]
Ice or Heat?
ICE OR HEAT… WHAT TO USE AND WHEN TO USE IT It can be confusing when to use ice or heat, and for how long? Knowing the difference between an acute injury versus a chronic condition helps determine the use of ice or heat. Here are some tips that may help with making the right […]
