Category: Health Updates
Fall Prevention Starts at MVPT
We all likely know someone in their golden years that has fallen ‘because of’ their age. In fact, many…
It is Fall Prevention Awareness Week!
As Physical Therapists, we most frequently provide care after an incident has occurred to cause injury to a patient.…
Backpack Safety for Your Entire Family
September 16, 2020 is “Safe Backpack Day” and who better to help keep you and your backpack-wearing loved ones…
Lazy Summer or Deconditioning?
The weather is hot, the gym is closed, and you’ve been relaxing – enjoying the lazy, hazy days of…
Patient Spotlight: Robert Baines
“I have been a patient at MVPT since 2018 when I received physical therapy prior to and following a…
Physical Therapy vs Opioids
When to Choose Physical Therapy for Pain Management The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that prescription…
Spring Yard Clean Up Tips for Staying Safe
It’s that time of the year again; the snow has melted and our yards are in need of some…
Physical Therapy to Improve Your Golf Game
The golf swing is a complex, full body motion that puts a lot of force through the bones, muscles,…
Sneaker Recommendations
Both pronation and supination are movements of the foot that are necessary for a normal gait pattern. Pronation is…