Parkinson’s Disease, a condition affecting the mind and body, has historically been treated solely as a motor disorder. When providing Parkinson’s Disease treatment, Occupational Therapists have traditionally addressed areas such as self-care, handwriting, and getting around a person’s everyday environment. Unfortunately, referrals for Occupational Therapy...

People with Parkinson’s Disease are living longer and better lives through physical therapy intervention. While physical therapy cannot cure Parkinson’s, but it can most certainly help a person compensate for and even improve changes brought about by the condition. The primary signs and symptoms of...

After you or a loved one has experienced a stroke there is a sense of shock that is evident. Questions such as, will I walk again without an assistive device, will I be able to cook for myself, will I use the restroom alone, or  will...

Shoulder pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal conditions treated by a physical therapist. This is because nearly 40 percent of people will experience shoulder pain at some point in their lifetime. We as individuals are extremely complex, and the shoulder is an intricate joint....

Suffering From  Dizziness? Work with a physical or occupational therapist, and decrease your dizziness and get back to doing the things you love. Feeling dizzy is a common reason to visit a therapy clinic, with approximately 40 percent of the population experiencing dizziness at some point in...

What is Physical Therapy? Physical therapy benefits people of all ages who suffer from pain, illnesses, medical conditions, and injuries that limit their normal ability to move and function. A physical therapy program, specific and customized to each individual, can assist a person to return to...