by buildpt | Sep 4, 2019 | Healthy, Injury Prevention, Pain Management
For decades, the standard and recommended response to an injured muscle, tendon or ligament was to “apply RICE,” an acronym that stands for a protocol of rest, ice, compression and elevation. Yet these days, according to Humble physical...
by buildpt | Jul 10, 2019 | Pain Management
Despite being one of the top causes of disability in the U.S., affecting around eight in 10 people in their lifetimes, back pain is an ailment often misunderstood by those affected, says Houston physical therapist Eric Hanson. Such...
by buildpt | Sep 4, 2018 | Healthy, Injury Prevention, Pain Management
While drinking plenty of water is critical to life, health and healing, simply submerging your body in water (i.e., a pool) opens up opportunities for relief and fitness for those who otherwise may have difficulty exercising. This is especially important for aging...
by buildpt | Jun 1, 2018 | Injury Prevention, Pain Management
Shoulder pain in older adults often appears suddenly, as if caused by a sudden trauma or injury. But for many, says Houston physical therapist Brian Haden, shoulder injuries are often the result of musculoskeletal conditions directly associated with aging and, more...
by buildpt | Nov 6, 2017 | Injury Prevention, Pain Management
We all know that visiting your physician for an annual physical is critical in maintaining long-term health, just as dental exams twice each year helps ensure oral health throughout a lifetime. But what about annual checkups with a physical therapist? According to...
by buildpt | Oct 4, 2017 | Pain Management
October is National Physical Therapy Month. And as medical professionals across the U.S. work together to expound the benefits of physical therapy, the team at Aquatic Care Programs, Inc. in Houston are joining the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) in...
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