In recent years, wearable devices such as smartwatches and rings, as well as smart scales, have become ubiquitous – “must-haves” for the health conscious to self-monitor heart rate, blood pressure, and other vital signs. Despite the obvious benefits, certain fitness...
A study found exercising as infrequently as once a month was linked to improved cognitive function later in life. A new study led by UCL researchers has found that exercising at least once a month at any time in adulthood is linked to better cognitive functioning in...
Ivy Rehab Scholars will offer $50,000 scholarships for DPT students. Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFU) in North Chicago, Ill, announces Ivy Rehab Scholars, a new $50,000 scholarship grant for eligible doctor of physical therapy (DPT) students....
The JAG-ONE Tottenville facility adds to the company’s many Staten Island, NY, locations. JAG-ONE Physical Therapy is one of the fastest growing comprehensive physical and occupational therapy practices providing rehabilitative care to patients and sports teams...
Researchers have found that electrical stimulation of the spinal cord improved arm and hand mobility in people rehabbing from severe strokes. A neurotechnology that stimulates the spinal cord instantly improves arm and hand mobility, enabling people affected by...
The PhysioPedal Motorized Exercise Cycle is designed to help people with mobility disorders exercise to improve strength and range of motion. The PhysioPedal Motorized Exercise Cycle from Nobol is designed to help people with movement disorders improve physical...
Physical symptoms of Parkinson’s disease were improved by an ultrasound treatment in a clinical trial. Patients with Parkinson’s disease significantly improved their tremors, mobility, and other physical symptoms after having a minimally invasive procedure...
A Spanish research team found a concurrent exercise program to be a more effective in treating long COVID symptoms than the standard recommendations. A research team from the University of Murcia, Spain, found a supervised, eight-week exercise program improved...
The new book, Ouch! Why Do I Hurt? Is a pain education book that teaches children about how pain works and how to address it. OPTP announced a new addition to the Why Do I Hurt? series of patient-education books from pain science expert Adriaan Louw. Ouch! Why Do I...
By improving strategies for imaging lipedema, researchers hope to improve treatment and rehabilitation of the condition. A collaboration between imaging science, vascular medicine, and rehabilitation at Vanderbilt University Medical Center have developed new methods...
