Health Blog
- All
- Aches and Pain
- Aquatic Therapy
- Arthritis Pain
- Back and Neck Pain
- Back Pain Relief
- Balance
- Case Studies
- Chronic Pain
- FItness
- Headaches
- Health
- Health and Wellness
- Healthy Tips
- Herniated Disc
- Hip and Knee Pain
- Joint Pain
- Massage Therapy
- Moon Physical Therapy
- Nutrition
- Physical Therapy
- Posture
- Rethink Your Rehab
- Sciatica Pain
- Shoulder Pain
- Sports Injuries
- Stretching
- Surgery
- Uncategorized
This article originally appeared in the April-May 2017 issue of Generations Magazine. Diabetes affects people in different ways, but those with type 2 diabetes frequently suffer from heart disease, high blood pressure and nervous system damage, including impaired sensation or pain in the hands and feet. Physical activity and keeping a healthy weight can help to manage the disease and prevent diabetic problems. Although walking may be the most convenient mode of exercise, those with weight issues, peripheral neuropathy or severe weakness or pain may find weight-bearing activities difficult. However, water provides a low-impact, safe environment ideal for type 2 [...]
Try using additional pillows for proper body alignment in bed. This article originally appeared in the Feb-Mar 2017 issue of Generations Magazine. Difficulty getting out of bed in the morning? Or taking longer for joints and muscles to loosen due to stiffness? The basic causes of morning stiffness are lack of physical activity, not sleeping properly and chronic conditions like arthritis. Try these strategies to loosen up: Five minutes of movement in bed can ease discomfort. Performing simple and controlled stretches for 30 seconds before bed and after waking up is especially important. Anything less than 20 seconds [...]
I was born and raised in a small town, Wahiawa, where everyone knew everyone and their families. I graduated from public school, Leilehua High, and then decided to pursue a career in physical therapy, which led me to graduate school in the mainland. Local vs Mainland Style I quickly realized that there was a difference between “local” style and “mainland.” The relaxed atmosphere, easygoing friendliness and sense of “Ohana” was missing. Being away from home definitely helped me realize how very blessed I was to be brought up in an environment where there is a strong sense of community and [...]
Bob and grandson, Corbin, enjoy playing at the beach. Photo courtesy of Jennifer Pimentel This article originally appeared in the December 2016 issue of Generations Magazine. Even for the fittest of grandparents, taking care of grandkids can really take a toll on your body. The most common areas of injury are the neck, shoulders, back and knees. Here are tips to prevent those aches and pains. If you are inactive, wrestling on the floor or walking around the zoo can have a real impact on your body. Regular exercise is important, but any type of physical activity will [...]
This article originally appeared in the October 2016 issue of Generations Magazine Underwater treadmills (UTM) are revolutionizing physical therapy and fitness. Top athletes are utilizing UTM or treadmill pools for peak performance or speedy recovery after an injury. Underwater walking is very different from land-based walking, especially regarding shock absorption, energy expenditure and muscle activity. Those with chronic conditions like osteoarthritis (OA) often avoid walking for exercise due to increased pain. In a study at Utah State University, OA patients reported a 140 percent increase in pain during land treadmill exercise compared to pain experienced during UTM sessions. UTM users [...]
This article originally appeared in the August 2016 issue of Generations Magazine Summer travel is at its peak. As a physical therapist, when I am at at the airport, I assess everyone’s posture and body mechanics. Ouch! Not good, people! Neck, shoulder or back injuries are often due to wrestling with heavy, overpacked luggage. Repetitive pulling, pushing, lifting and lugging bags in and out of cars and overhead compartments, and up and down stairs can stress your body and potentially ruin a trip. Follow these healthy tips on your vacation Choose luggage that is light when empty Buy luggage with [...]
This article originally appeared in the June 2016 issue of Generations Magazine. Degenerative lumbar spinal stenosis (DLSS) is a leading cause of pain, disability and loss of independence in older adults. This chronic, age-related degenerative narrowing of the spinal canal commonly leads to compression of the nerves in the lower back. DLSS is often diagnosed incorrectly because even though it originates in the spine, symptoms may not include back pain. Patients can experience numbness or tingling, cramps and weakness in the lower limbs with or without pain. Symptoms worsen while upright, inhibiting the ability to walk and stand; sitting and [...]
This article originally appeared in the April 2016 issue of Generations Magazine. Many confuse rheumatoid arthritis (RA) with osteoarthritis (OA), which stems from different causes and demands a separate therapeutic program. Unlike OA, RA is an autoimmune disorder that affects any age. Onset and loss of mobility may appear almost overnight. Sanchia Roberts awoke one morning in 1999 unable to move due to crippling pain. Since then, RA has affected almost all her joints, and her ability to walk independently. Fortunately, Sanchia discovered the benefits of aquatic therapy. “The warm water relieves my pain. My balance, flexibility, strength and confidence [...]
QUICK LINKS
