There is always something new to learn, whether you’re an experienced runner or brand-new to the road. Training safely and engaging in physical activities like running are top priorities for physical therapists. In this blog we will cover a few running suggestions from the physical therapists here at Allied Health Solutions, whether you want to speed up your race time or simply avoid an injury.

A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that occurs when the brain is violently shaken. Typically the injury occurs during rapid movement changes such as whiplash or a direct hit to the head(2). This shaking or hitting of the head causes unpredictable injury to various areas of the brain. The damage sustained from a concussion may not just be physical but can also cause alteration in the chemical balance in the brain. This alteration can cause behavioral issues. The complications from concussions range from short-term to long-term. The CDC estimates that 1.6 million to 3.8 million people experience concussions during sports and recreational activities annually in the United States alone(2)

This blog gives an insight into how faulty foot posture can lead to Low Back Pain and how they are interlinked with each other.

Gardening can help us get in touch with nature, get active in good weather, but if done incorrectly can lead to joint pain and fatigue. By adopting some different body mechanics, these strategies can be safe and enjoyable with less risk of injury.

Stall bars are the primary tool of a skilled Schroth scoliosis specialist. Like many things, not all stall bars are created equal.

Physical therapist’s approach to neck pain It is estimated that neck pain affects approximately 30% of the US population each year(2). Neck pain can be caused by many different things such as sudden trauma like a fall, sports injury, or car accident, or by long-term problems in the spine. Neck pain most frequently affects adults

Do you feel like no matter how much you exercise, you cannot see any changes?
Well, you are not alone! Turns out, our body is very intelligent and gets used to the same exercise routine.

Strokes disrupt the lives of many Americans annually and the disease causes difficulties for patients long after they are initially treated. Symptoms can persist, debilitating patients for months, sometimes years after.

What is hand therapy?
Hand therapy focuses on the upper extremities of the body, including the hands, the arms, and the shoulders (American Society of Hand Therapists [ASHT], n.d.). Therapists specialize in hand therapy and can even become certified. Hand therapists have an extensive knowledge of the anatomy and the physiology of the upper limbs, and can treat almost all injuries or disabilities that pertain to those body parts (ASHT, n.d.).