Osteoporosis - Are You at Risk?
Osteoporosis is a silent disease that weakens your bones, often without warning.
If you’re a woman over 50, you are at risk. During menopause, estrogen levels drop, accelerating your bone loss. Without intervention, the results can be devastating.
The Facts:
Falls with hip fractures can lead to a 60% mortality rate.
Spinal bones can break spontaneously, leading to severe pain and disability.
1 in 2 women over 50 will suffer an osteoporosis-related fracture in their lifetime...
Posted on 2024-11-01
Why Weight Training is Key After 40
As we age, muscle mass, bone density, and metabolism naturally decline, but weight training can help combat these changes.
Research shows that without strength training, people can lose up to 30 of muscle mass, while low testosterone levels in both men and women contribute to this decline.
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Here’s why strength training is crucial for adults over 40:
· Maintain Muscle Mass: Weight training helps prevent the loss of muscle, preserving strength and mobility.
· Boost Metabo...
Posted on 2024-10-01
A Physical Therapist's Perspective on School Sports
As sports seasons begin, physical therapy plays a crucial role in keeping young athletes healthy and performing at their best. Here’s why physical therapy is essential:
Injury Prevention and Preparation We build strength, improve flexibility, and reduce injury risks with tailored conditioning programs specific to each sport, unlike general fitness routines from personal trainers.
Rehabilitation and Recovery For injuries, we provide personalized rehab plans to ensure safe and effective ...
Posted on 2024-09-01
Discover LMNT: Power Your Physical Therapy Journey
In physical therapy, staying hydrated isn’t just about drinking water—it’s about replenishing key electrolytes lost through sweat or improper diet. That’s where LMNT comes in.
Why Electrolytes Matter:
Essential for Function:
Electrolytes are essential for proper muscle function, nerve signaling, and maintaining fluid balance within cells.
Lost Through Exercise and Imbalanced Diet:
Do you feel muscle cramping? This is most likely due to...
Posted on 2024-08-01
Ozempic (Wegovy/Semaglutide) vs. Mounjaro (Tirzepatide): What You Need to Know
WARNING HOT TOPIC: The Scoop on Ozempic and Mounjaro?
Due to a flood of questions about the pros and cons of Ozempic and Mounjaro, I’m here to help you figure out from a physical health standpoint if this medicine might be a good choice for YOU.
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What are these medications?
Ozempic is a drug that is approved for the treatment of diabetes. It Targets the GLP-1 receptors, helping to control blood glucose (sugar) levels and slowing gastric emptying, which promotes weight loss. ...
Posted on 2024-07-01
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