Physical Therapy Blog (Page 24)

White 3D maze in the shape of overlapping human profiles, viewed from above, with paths leading toward the center—perfect for a Physical Therapy Clermont or Apopka, Florida theme.

Physical Therapy | October 10, 2019

Cookie Cutter Therapy

One of my instructors had a great saying once, and I loved it. “If you’re holding a hammer, even screws start to look like nails”.…

Cookie Cutter Therapy

Illustration comparing scoliosis and kyphosis spine curves, as seen in patients from Ocoee and Physical Therapy Clermont, Florida.

Physical Therapy | October 9, 2019

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

Recently my friends have been talking about Ehlers-Danlos syndrome because a famous singer has been diagnosed with it. Not knowing anything about this disorder, I…

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

A woman in a blue top stands before a brick wall next to Carlie Dzin, AT, PTA on a yellow background, representing Ocoee and Apopka, Florida.

Physical Therapy | October 7, 2019

Blood Pressure Monitoring at Home

Throughout our lifetime it is not uncommon for a doctor to have us monitor our blood pressure at home. It can be for reasons such…

Blood Pressure Monitoring at Home

Illustration of a woman on the ground showing heart attack symptoms, with text highlighting signs. Physical Therapy Clermont, Ocoee, and Apopka can help in heart health recovery.

Physical Therapy | October 7, 2019

Women and Heart Attacks

Heart disease is the number one killer of women in the United States and every 43 seconds a heart attack occurs. It has been said…

Women and Heart Attacks

Infographic for Ocoee, Florida: five common heart attack warning signs with icons—chest pain, lightheadedness, jaw/neck/back pain, arm discomfort, and shortness of breath.

Physical Therapy | October 4, 2019

The Warning Signs of a Heart Attack

Experiencing a heart attack can be frightening. Many people don’t even know the signs of a heart attack. A teacher of mine lost her dad…

The Warning Signs of a Heart Attack

A person seen from behind with hands on their neck; their spine is highlighted in red, indicating pain—ideal for Ocoee and Physical Therapy Clermont services.

Physical Therapy | October 4, 2019

The Difference Between “Pain Free” and “Normal”

We’ve talked in the past a lot about how pain is our body’s signal that it needs to rest. Usually we notice this most when…

The Difference Between “Pain Free” and “Normal”

A healthcare professional assists an elderly man with a leg exercise on a resistance machine in a Physical Therapy Clermont setting.

Physical Therapy | October 3, 2019

What is a Physical Therapist?

Being a first-time physical therapy patient can be nerve wrecking. You walk into an unfamiliar place, with unfamiliar faces, and are asked a million questions…

What is a Physical Therapist?

Diagram comparing a healthy spine with smooth vertebrae and disks to an osteoarthritic spine with bone spurs and narrowed disks, common concerns in Ocoee and Apopka, Florida.

Physical Therapy | October 3, 2019

The Big 3

The big 3 that I want to discuss this week is unfortunately not about Lebron, Kobe, or Wade. It is the big 3 of low…

The Big 3

Two American football teams line up at the line of scrimmage, ready for the play to begin on a grassy field in Clermont, Florida.

Physical Therapy | October 3, 2019

Return to Activity Guidelines Update

Whenever I see an athlete or performer, one of the first things they want to know is when they can return to their activity. As…

Return to Activity Guidelines Update