Dizziness and Vertigo: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Treatments
By Joe Colclasure
Have you ever experienced dizziness? Dizziness can be frustrating and even scary, but you’re not alone. Almost everyone feels dizzy at some point in their life. One of the most common causes of dizziness is something called BPPV. BPPV stands for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, which is a condition that affects the inner ear. It happens when tiny crystals in your ear move out of place.
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Symptoms of BPPV include:
Dizziness, especially when changing positions or...
Posted on 2024-12-11
Stay Fit While Traveling: A Quick Guide
By Brackon Lundy
Traveling doesn’t have to mean skipping workouts or losing progress on your fitness goals. Research shows you can maintain endurance for up to 15 weeks with just two weekly sessions, even at reduced volume. A quick 15–25 minute high-intensity workout can effectively keep up your stamina on the go—think brisk walks, running, or cycling to elevate your heart rate while exploring new places.
Endurance Tips:
Frequency: Aim for 2 sessions per we...
Posted on 2024-12-01
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
