The 5 Stops to Fall Prevention in the older adult
June 29th, 2020One of the largest barriers for an older adult to age at home is fall risk. As adult children, we understand that falls can be the major difference between our parents living a happy, active life and being very limited in what they can and cannot do. The concern is backed by astounding statistics. According
Mind and Mobility Article #1
June 29th, 2020Each year over 750,000 Americans will incur a stroke and be hospitalized. Depending on the type of stroke and the effects it has on the person, rehabilitation will require the interdisciplinary efforts of a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, and Speech Therapist. It is important that you have a dynamic therapy team get involved as soon
Military Veterans Twice as Likely to Develop ALS
June 29th, 2020Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a neurological diseasecharacterized by progressively debilitating weakness that may lead to an inability to talk, eat, or move independently. From initial onset of symptoms, life expectancy for ALS is approximately 3-5 years. Although ALS was discovered in 1869, much about this diseaseremains unknown. According to the Mayoclinic, ALS is inherited in