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PT Solutions 04/02/2020

5 Exercise Options to Keep you Happy & Healthy at Home

Read Time: 9 minutes For many of you, cabin fever is likely in full force and you’re looking for ways to stay physically and emotionally healthy during social isolation. You already caught up on all the binge worthy shows you had previously...

Key Benefits of Occupational Therapy for Older Adults

Occupational therapy (OT) is a blend of mental, physical, and psychological exercises to enable patients to perform everyday activities. These tasks include basic activities such as driving, getting dressed, eating, and even walking! OT interventions commonly include helping children or...

How Physical Therapy Can Treat Arthritis in Your Shoulder

Shoulder pain is frustrating and can impede on your life. The good news is in most cases, you don’t need surgery or injections for your shoulder pain. Even rotator cuff tears respond well to conservative care, such as physical therapy....

Celebrating Black History Month at PT Solutions

February 26, 2025

At PT Solutions, we’re proud to celebrate Black History Month by spotlighting the incredible contributions of our team members. This year, we asked employees to share their experiences and highlight how their journeys have shaped their approach to patient care...

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How much physical activity do adults need per week?

January 29, 2025

When it comes to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, physical activity plays a major role. But how much physical activity is recommended for adults? Healthcare professionals recommend adults aim for at least 150 minutes (about 2.5 hours) of moderate-intensity or 75...

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Triumph Over Adversity: A Patient’s Journey from Near Death to New Beginnings

June 14, 2024

In November 2021, a family visit in Kansas City marked the beginning of a life-changing journey for Jarrid Matthews. Initially struck by a persistent head cold, a routine visit to the doctor quickly escalated into a series of events that...

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Physical Therapy Transforms Softball Player’s Recovery

March 15, 2024

From the sidelines to the spotlight, softball player, Claire’s journey is one of resilience, determination, and unwavering dedication. Explore her story of triumph over adversity, fueled by her passion for softball and the transformative impact of physical therapy provided by...

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Speech Therapy Helps Teacher with Bell’s Palsy

May 30, 2023

Speech Therapy Helps Teacher with Bell’s Palsy Mindy’s Inspiring Journey to Recovery with Speech Therapy After a COVID infection triggered both Guillain-Barre and Bell’s Palsy, Mindy, a dedicated first-grade school teacher, sought out physical therapy and speech therapy to help...

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Speech Therapy Helps Patient Overcome Swallowing Disorder

May 4, 2023

Speech Therapy Helps Patient Overcome Swallowing Disorder From children learning to talk to adults whose ability to speak or swallow has been impacted by another health condition, speech therapy offers treatments to meet each individual’s goals. In the case of...

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University of Florida Wrestler Wins Championship After Sports Injury

April 25, 2023

Physical Therapy Helps University of Florida Wrestler Win National Championship The University of Florida Wrestler Suffers Shoulder Injury During Season In November 2021, University of Florida wrestler Alfonso Vargas suffered a near circumferential labrum tear in his right shoulder at...

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Debunking Myths: Knuckle Popping and Arthritis.

March 8, 2023

It’s essential to stay informed about popular health topics and separate fact from fiction. One such topic is knuckle popping and its supposed link to arthritis. Many believe popping your knuckles can lead to arthritis, but is this true? Let’s...

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Physical Therapy Helps Breast Cancer Recovery

November 2, 2022

Physical Therapy for Breast Cancer Survivors One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in the United States each year. Given its adverse effects, breast cancer recovery for survivors is complex. Usually, it involves a variety of health...

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