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Building Muscle in Old Age

Building Muscle in Old Age

September 21, 2020
Recent research shows elderly and very elderly individuals can successfully build muscle with proper exercise. Building muscle is for more than preparing for beach season or making a medium size t-shirt look like a smedium. Building muscle provides a foundation...
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What is prehabilitation and why is it important?

What is prehabilitation and why is it important?

September 11, 2020
Your surgery is scheduled, and you are eager to get it over with. You have been instructed on the post-operative process, including the need for rehabilitation. Your surgeon explains that following the surgery, you will need physical therapy to restore...
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Importance of Early Physical Therapy Consultation

Importance of Early Physical Therapy Consultation

September 3, 2020
When should you see someone for low back pain? This is a tricky question as it comes with the big “it depends” tag attached. Studies show that up to 90% of low back pain resolves on its own. On the...
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How to Read Research: A Guide Allowing Anyone to Better Understand Scientific Writing

How to Read Research: A Guide Allowing Anyone to Better Understand Scientific Writing

August 24, 2020
“Just because we can detect an effect does not mean it matters” – The Power of Mathematical Thinking by Jordan Elleburg   In a recent post, I challenged you to become a Credible Hulk. You may be asking yourself how...
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What We’re Taught About Pain is Wrong: 6 Common Pain Myths

What We’re Taught About Pain is Wrong: 6 Common Pain Myths

August 14, 2020
Pain stinks and unfortunately, the myths about pain can make the experience even worse. The fascinating, dangerous, slightly infuriating, yet empowering aspect of pain is that we have some control over it. Specifically, our mindset, thoughts, understanding of, and approach...
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