Hillary G. Cox, PT, DPT has been working at FYZICAL Shady Grove for just over three years and has been an integral part of the Physical Therapy team. As Senior Therapist, she works hard to lead her … [Read more...] about Therapist Spotlight: Hillary Cox, PT, DPT
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Can Hearing Loss Cause Me to Fall?
News Update: In April 2020, a research article was published by the American Medical Association linking hearing loss to balance problems. Researchers reported those with a moderate level of … [Read more...] about Can Hearing Loss Cause Me to Fall?
Top 5 Tips to Help Manage TMD
What is TMD? Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMD) is a term that describes a painful condition that affects the jaw joint and the muscles that control jaw movements. There are many causes of TMD … [Read more...] about Top 5 Tips to Help Manage TMD
The 6th Vital Sign: Walking Speed
Did you know your walking speed can predict your future health status? We’ve all had our vitals taken while at a doctor’s appointment. 5 vital signs are measured at a typical appointment, including: … [Read more...] about The 6th Vital Sign: Walking Speed
Should I talk to my Doctor or PT about my Dizziness?
Dizziness is a very common problem, with some studies suggesting more than four out of ten Americans will seek medical attention for dizziness at some point in life. A common cause of dizziness can be … [Read more...] about Should I talk to my Doctor or PT about my Dizziness?
Why Should I Do my Physical Therapy at Fyzical?
Fyzical at Shady Grove is proud to have state of the art equipment and a dedicated team of therapists who specialize in vestibular disorders, fall prevention Parkinson's Disease and TMJ … [Read more...] about Why Should I Do my Physical Therapy at Fyzical?
How to Determine Your Fall Risk when Walking
What is a Fall? A fall is defined as an event which results in a person accidentally coming to rest on the ground. Falls can occur for a number of reasons and can be fatal, or non-fatal. Falls in the … [Read more...] about How to Determine Your Fall Risk when Walking
Can my Sleeping Position Cause my Neck and Jaw Pain?
Poor posture can be the cause of back, neck and jaw pain. In the daytime, we have control over our posture to reduce straining these areas. However, at night, this becomes far more challenging. For … [Read more...] about Can my Sleeping Position Cause my Neck and Jaw Pain?