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Turning Fat into Energy: Understanding its Role in the Body

How is fat turned into energy to be used as fuel for individuals working to improve their health and physical… Read More

October 17, 2024

Unraveling the Role of the Axillary Nerve in Shoulder Function

An axillary nerve injury can cause pain, weakness, and shoulder mobility loss. Can physical therapy help restore and maintain shoulder… Read More

October 15, 2024

Enhancing Leg Strength with Vastus Lateralis Muscle Training

The vastus lateralis is a muscle on the outside part of the thigh. Injuries to the muscle include strains, tendinitis,… Read More

October 14, 2024

Daily Vegetable Consumption: A Key to Optimal Health

Does an individual's ideal daily intake of vegetables depend on age, sex, and activity level? Daily Serving of Vegetables Vegetables… Read More

October 9, 2024

Peptic Ulcers: How to Alleviate the Pain and Promote Healing

For individuals with chronic pain conditions, what are the risks of developing peptic ulcers? NSAIDs and Peptic Ulcers A peptic… Read More

October 8, 2024

Maintaining Proper Hydration for a Healthy Pregnancy

For pregnant individuals, dehydration during pregnancy increases the risk of health problems for the individual and the fetus. Is it… Read More

October 2, 2024

How to Navigate Side Effects of Pain Medications

For individuals who may need to take pain medications to manage an injury or condition, can knowing the potential side… Read More

October 1, 2024

Colles’ Fracture: A Comprehensive Guide

Can physical therapies help individuals with a Colles' or wrist fracture? Colles' Fracture A broken wrist or Colles fracture can… Read More

September 26, 2024

Cervical Arthritis: Exploring Conservative Therapies

For individuals with cervical arthritis, can physical therapies help manage symptoms and bring pain relief? Cervical Arthritis Cervical spondylosis, more… Read More

September 25, 2024