Who Are Physical Therapists? Physical therapists are movement experts who help people reduce pain, improve or restore mobility, and stay active. However, there are some common misconceptions that … [Read more...] about Common Physical Therapy Myths
Fyzical - Therapy and Balance Center
Office Ergonomics
What does it mean to have good ergonomics? The term 'ergonomics' describes the efficiency of people's working environments. Your workplace set up significantly influences how efficient your body can … [Read more...] about Office Ergonomics
What is a Vestibular Neuritis?
Vestibular Neuritis and Labyrinthitis These conditions are similar in that they are are disorders resulting from an infection that causes inflammation to the inner ear. The infection is most … [Read more...] about What is a Vestibular Neuritis?
LSVT BIG for Parkinson’s Disease
What is Parkinson's Disease? Parkinson’s Disease is caused by a reduction of a hormone, called dopamine, in the brain. It causes movements to become smaller and slower than normal. It also affects … [Read more...] about LSVT BIG for Parkinson’s Disease
What is Laser Therapy?
Why Laser Therapy? Pain is the number one reason for a doctor's visit in the United States and is the number one reason for missed work or school days. Additionally, chronic pain affects 1 in 3 … [Read more...] about What is Laser Therapy?
Fall Prevention: Home Safety
How Common are Falls? Did you know every 20 minutes an older adult dies from a fall in the United States? That is a pretty staggering statistic. In 2014, 1 in 4 older adults reported a fall. Over 7 … [Read more...] about Fall Prevention: Home Safety
What is the Best Sleeping Position?
Why is my sleeping position so important? Sleep is important for your body to restore and repair itself. Consequently, your sleeping position can affect your body's ability to do this. We spend about … [Read more...] about What is the Best Sleeping Position?
What is BPPV?
BPPV: Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo Benign: This condition is not life threatening. BPPV is a mechanical problem in the inner ear in which calcium carbonate crystals become dislodged and … [Read more...] about What is BPPV?