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Strain vs. Sprain – What’s the Difference?

When you enter physical therapy, your medical professional may be throwing around the term “sprain” and “strain” when convincing you to stretch before exercise.

Before entering your next session, read up on the key differences of a strain versus a sprain.

Common Running Injuries Physical Therapy Helps Improve

Running is a fantastic exercise and costs very little compared to other sports a person can engage in. Unfortunately, the way humans are built makes them susceptible to injuries if they don’t run with the right shoes, use the wrong running technique, or do not warm up before a run. The following are some common running injuries and their symptoms to watch out for if you’re going to run for exercise.

Fun Activities to Keep Seniors in Shape

Everyone should exercise to reduce health problems and stay in shape. This is even more important for elderly people. If you’re an elderly person who is finding it hard to exercise because you’re not motivated or you have time constraints, keep reading to see how easily you can fit fun activities into your schedule that will allow you to stay in shape.

The Causes of Balance Disorders

As your body ages, it naturally becomes harder to balance on your own two feet. Aging however, does not always account for the causes of balance disorder, which are relatively common issues that can often be treated with the help of physical therapy.