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The #CDC puts out some good videos of strengthening your major #muscle groups at home. Doing resistant exercises using weights or your body mass at least twice a week will help to increase muscle strength. Start with 8 repetitions. #Use it or lose it!"ow.ly/Qw1X30lW9ZS

Heat or exercise, diet, caffeine, alcohol and older age will boost your fluid needs. How much you need depends on how much you lose. During the school day students should have access to drinking water, as a healthy alternative to sugar-sweetened beverages. ow.ly/Vhf630lW9D1

Heatstroke is a condition caused by your body overheating, usually as a result of prolonged exposure to strenuous activity in high temperatures. It is caused by your body temperature rising to 104 F (40 C) or higher. Heatstroke is preventable. ow.ly/oDJ230lW9dB

The researchers found that of 1870 total patients, 82.7% who received physical therapy only, had significantly lower overall total mean health care costs ($18,185 vs $23,842 for the opioid-only group) and fewer patients requiring another hip surgery.... ow.ly/o9iE30lQev6

The researchers found that of 1870 total patients, 82.7% who received physical therapy only, had significantly lower overall total mean health care costs ($18,185 vs $23,842 for the opioid-only group) and fewer patients requiring another hip surgery. ow.ly/o9iE30lQev6

#RehabilitationHospitals are using #robotictechnology to help patients learn to walk again. They use special harnesses attached to the ceiling for suspension, appropriate braces on the legs and computers during their #physicaltherapy sessions. What joy!ow.ly/tg5Y30lQeUO

This video spotlights the #NewYorkPhysicalTherapyAssociation who have proactively submitted a plan to the state #Worker'sCompensationBoard, that would discourage dependence on prescription drugs and implement therapy treatment. Support healthy choices. ow.ly/Ii1f30lQe89

Physical Therapists set goals starting with the previous level of activity and function of their client. This helps to determine the outcome expected following a post #TotalKnee or #TotalHip. Patient perception is important. So we listen to their goals. ow.ly/grck30lNt70

In the real world population with cardiac events such #myocardial infarction, #coronaryarterybypassgraft, or planned #percutaneouscoronary intervention. #cardiacrehabilitation (CR) matters. This is a specialized rehabilitation program for the #heart. ow.ly/3QV530lMynN

Some have concluded that owning a #dog will increase your physical activity which is a plus for #cancersurvivors and other populations. The bond between owner and pet can also lower stress, and bring happiness to their owner. ow.ly/mWuZ30lKoAB

#Shoulder injuries can happen immediately or over a long period of time. One common result is the tear of the #RotatorCuff. Over time, muscles and tendons get weak and can tear. Early interventions in Physical Therapy are important for this group. ow.ly/12jh30lHE5g

An abstract from the Journal of Rheumatology reported that intensive exercise with an educational-behavioral program can provide promising results in the management of patients with clinically stabilized ankylosing spondylitis. #ChoosePT early for you.ow.ly/RC2N30lFzPL

Kids are training more competitively at an earlier age. The #AmericanJournalofSportsMedicine concluded that the perceived advantages of early sport specialization does not lead to a competitive advantage over athletes who participate in multiple sports. ow.ly/FEqb30lEJ7f

Measuring your #bloodpressure(BP) at home as well as in the clinic will give a better diagnosis and management of hypertension. Take your BP regularly at home. Follow these 7 tips. Give your BP reading to your physician at your next office visit. ow.ly/K2gj30lyWTD

Anicee was born with #BrittleBoneDisease (BBD) and is physically challenged. BBD is a lifelong genetic disorder that causes your bones to break very easily. She has special challenges and special strength with the support of her family and friends. ow.ly/DRzX30lyWbZ

Some #Hospitals are incorporating physical therapists (PT) in their #EmergencyRooms for consultation. These Hospitals have seen positive impacts in clinical care , patient and physician satisfaction due to PT expertise, bed side care and patient education. ow.ly/rorE30lyTI7

Eight out of ten #Americans suffer from #backpain at some point in their lives, so the chances are good that you could become a statistic one day. Seeing a physical therapist on an annual basis is a way to prevent and/or manage back pain. ow.ly/Jvl130lt1E5

The best way to prevent weak bones is to work on building strong ones. You can slow the natural bone loss with aging and prevent your bones from becoming weak and brittle. Choose weight-bearing physical activities to build and strengthen your bones. ow.ly/FHpj30lsEU0

#Urinaryincontinence is not unusual. It is usually caused by problems with muscles and nerves that help the bladder hold or pass urine. Talk to your #physicaltherapist about prevention strategies now before the problem begins. ow.ly/cTyS30lsE3O

Congratulations #JohnsHopkinsHospital for making the honor roll for the #besthospital in #Maryland. They are also #3 in the National honor roll. Great job! ow.ly/Rsy030lp07L