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Benefits of Early Physical Therapy for People With MS
Are you looking for effective ways to help you or someone you love manage their MS (Multiple Sclerosis) symptoms and increase their activity levels? Our physical therapists at Total Care Physical Therapy in Hillsborough, NJ are highly trained and experienced in treating all neurological disorders, including MS.
We understand how important it is to use research-based solutions that effectively help improve your or someone you love’s limitations related to MS.
Read full blogHow to Prevent Falls During Your Favorite Outdoor Activities
When the weather is nice, many of us prefer to get out into nature and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the walking trails.
While this is an undoubtedly enjoyable way to spend a morning or afternoon, there are some precautions to take to avoid injuring yourself. It only takes tripping and spraining an ankle or bruising a wrist to ruin those breathtaking views.
At our Hillsborough, NJ clinic, we want to ensure that you are safe while participating in your favorite outdoor activities.
Read full blogFight Back Against Parkinson’s Disease With Physical Therapy
If you or a loved one has Parkinson’s Disease, you are well aware that this neurological disorder can be extremely limiting and debilitating. When dealing with this condition, an individual may be forced to find new ways to go about their daily routines. We at Total Care Physical Therapy understand how aggravating this can be. Our knowledgeable physical therapists understand how to help you maintain your current levels of function so that you can live more independently and comfortably.
Read full blogFall Prevention in Older Adults: The Role of Home Physical Therapy Intervention
Falls are a significant medical concern in our aging population. Every year, one-third of those over the age of 65 fall. An older adult is admitted to the emergency room for a fall every 11 seconds. Even more disturbing, an older adult dies from a fall every 19 minutes.
Changes in strength, flexibility, and balance that occur with age increase the risk of falling. At our Hillsborough, NJ clinic, we will investigate your medical history, symptoms, and the reasons why you are prone to falling to reduce your risk effectively.
Read full blogIf You’re at Risk of Falling, Physical Therapy Can Help!
When was the last time you had your balance evaluated? Balance can always be improved at any age; in fact, even those who do not have a balance or gait disorder can suffer from balance-related injuries caused by poor posture or reflexes and physical therapy is a natural method.
If you frequently notice an imbalance, dizziness, or unsteadiness that makes you feel as if you could fall over at any moment, this could be a sign that you have a balance or gait disorder.
Read full blogPhysical Therapy Can Help You Get Rid of Your Dizziness
“Thirty million older adults fall each year, resulting in approximately 30,000 deaths,” according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Every year, 3 million older people are treated for fall injuries. Every fifth fall results in a serious injury, such as broken bones or a head injury due to dizziness or vertigo and physical therapy is a non-invasive program that can help.
Physical therapy is a common and effective treatment for dizziness and vertigo.
Read full blogWith Physical Therapy, You Can Move Freely and Reduce Your Risk of Falling
Every year, one-third of the population over the age of 65 falls. Every 11 seconds, an elderly person is rushed to the hospital due to a fall. Every 19 minutes, an elderly person dies as a result of a fall. Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries in the elderly and physical therapy program can help.
Falling is a serious risk, especially as older adults’ strength, flexibility, and balance begin to deteriorate.
Read full blogVertigo Treatment Is Possible With Physical Therapy
Do you get dizzy when you get out of bed or walk to your car? Do you have trouble concentrating? Do you feel tired, dizzy, or nauseous? Vertigo is a disorder caused by a malfunction of your balance system. Physical therapy is an important part of recovering from balance disorders such as vertigo.
Finding a physical therapist who has experience treating balance disorders is one of the best things you can do to help yourself recover.
Read full blogLooking to Regain Your Functionality? Neurological Physical Therapy Can Help.
A neurological physical therapist is a PT who specializes in the treatment of patients who have difficulty moving due to an injury or illness affecting the nervous system. While similar, a neurologic clinical specialist (NCS) is different. An NCS is a physical therapist who has received extensive training in the field of neurological therapy and frequently works exclusively in that field.
Whether you see a neurological physical therapist or NCS, you can rest assured that you will be treated by experts in the field.
Read full blogLooking to Improve Your Balance or Gait? Our Fall Prevention Services Can Help!
Most people do not consider maintaining their balance until it is too late and they suffer a serious fall. The good news is that most falls are easily avoidable by regularly exercising your balance system.
If you have recently suffered a balance-related injury, it is critical that you seek the assistance of a physical therapist as soon as possible to avoid further injuries. It is also important to note that you should see a physical therapist if you experience any of the following symptoms:
- Nausea or vomiting.
