Physical Therapists Offering Virtual ‘Telehealth’ Visits
It’s said that necessity is the mother of invention. The team at Professional Therapy Services is proving this by offering a new way to see and help patients during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. During this time of uncertainty, while social distancing is paramount, the Professional Therapy Services team, which operates 12 clinics Central and Southern […]
Surgery Delayed by COVID-19? Physical Therapy Can Help.
In an attempt to salvage supplies and resources during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, many U.S. hospitals and medical institutions have opted to postpone elective surgeries. This includes non-emergency surgeries scheduled to relieve pain and repair injuries related to the musculoskeletal system – arthroscopy, ligament and tendon repairs, joint replacement surgeries, and so on. Despite these delays, those whose surgeries were delayed need not sit back and […]
Illinois Wellness: 5 Exercise Ideas Amid COVID-19 Social Distancing
As the country bands together to slow the spread of COVID-19 (a.k.a., the coronavirus) through the practice of social distancing, many have found their regularly exercise routines disrupted. Gym closures, group fitness class cancellations and the closing of popular parks and trails have become commonplace, says Belleville physical therapist Cindy Rankin, making it more difficult for people to […]
Why Flexibility Matters as You Grow Older
Though it often takes a back seat to strength and cardiovascular fitness, flexibility plays a critical role in ensuring one’s able to maintain a high level of independence and mobility during their Golden Years. While we tend to lose flexibility as we age, that doesn’t put seniors at the mercy of such changes. According to […]
Create Heart-Healthy Habits
February is American Heart Month, a time when health professionals like physical therapists strive to raise awareness about maintaining and improving cardiovascular health. The month also serves as a sobering reminder that, as a society, we must do a better job of preventing heart disease, which continues to be the leading cause of death in […]