Safeguarding Your Home While Aging in Place
Almost nine out of 10 people over the age of 65 want to enjoy their retirement years at home. If you are among them, you likely have a variety of…
Are Physical Therapy Treatments Painful?
The majority of patients who seek out help from a physical therapist are struggling with pain. The goal of their treatment plans is to provide relief from that pain and…
Returning to a Physical Therapist: Can it Help?
Do you have a recurring injury that you can’t seem to get rid of? Back, joint, muscle and tendon injuries are common complaints of those who have recurring injuries, as…
What To Expect at Your First Physical Therapy Appointment
Injuries can happen in a myriad of ways. Car accidents, slip and falls, or even stretching the wrong way can lead to strains and other physical problems. However, age can…
Caregiving & Stroke Recovery: Five Strategies for Stroke Rehabilitation
According to the CDC, more than 79,500 people in the United States suffer a stroke every year. With such a high percentage, it’s imperative for caregivers to be just as…
Tips for Managing Your Arthritis Pain
Arthritis affects people of all ages. More than 54 million people in the U.S. are living with some form of arthritis, and it is the leading cause of work-related disability. …
What to Do (and Not Do) With Asbestos
Though contractors mostly stopped using asbestos in the 1980s, plenty of older houses still contain undetected asbestos from the era when it was a popular building material. Asbestos is a…
What Happens When Asbestos Is Discovered?
Updating the family home shouldn't end with an injury or illness. However, in some situations, this may be the unintended consequence. Take a look at how asbestos, a dangerous building…
5 Places You May Find Asbestos in Your Home
Asbestos was a common building material during residential construction before the 1980s, when its dangers were not known, as an asbestos contractor, such as Nielsen Environmental, can explain. If you…
Four Reasons Your Biannual Dental Visits Are Important
Whether you’re an adult or child, dental visits matter. The cleaning is just one aspect of the appointment. Sparkly, white teeth give you confidence and self-esteem. But there’s more to…