by buildpt | Nov 5, 2019 | Uncategorized
As cold and flu season approaches, so does the season of illness prevention. From getting flu shots to adding a little extra Vitamin C to our diets, prevention often becomes a focus for those concerned with getting sick, missing work and/or school, and...
by buildpt | Sep 30, 2019 | Uncategorized
Following a stroke, the rehabilitation process often focuses on improving the survivor’s ability to move and perform everyday tasks, with a lesser emphasis on general aerobic fitness. This is likely a mistake – at least when it comes to long-term...
by buildpt | Sep 30, 2019 | Uncategorized
October is National Physical Therapy month, a time when physical therapists like Chad McCann of Tacoma not only celebrate their profession, but also educate others about the role physical therapy plays in improving the health and vitality of their patients … and of...
by buildpt | Sep 4, 2019 | Uncategorized
When we’re young, falls are treated as teaching opportunities. “Get back on your feet, brush yourself off and keep moving toward your goals,” we were told. But as we age, falls take on a much greater...
by buildpt | Sep 4, 2019 | Uncategorized
For decades, the standard and recommended response to an injured muscle, tendon or ligament was to “apply RICE,” an acronym that stands for a protocol of rest, ice, compression and elevation. Yet these days, according to Tacoma physical...
by buildpt | Aug 6, 2019 | Uncategorized
Many have grown up with the understanding that, whenever you’re about to work out, compete or otherwise push your body, it’s important to stretch immediately before the activity in order to prevent injury and perform your best. ...
