As patients, many of us have turned to the internet to learn more about health conditions, symptoms, and treatment options. But how does this pre-visit online research impact your appointment with your physical therapist? Is it helpful, or could it potentially lead to confusion? Recent studies shed light on the so-called “Googling Effect” and its […]
As the nation continues to combat the opioid crisis, safer pain management alternatives are gaining the attention they deserve. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) increasingly recommends avoiding opioids for most pain treatments, and physical therapy stands out as a preferred alternative. Rather than masking pain, physical therapy addresses it through movement and […]
Doctors at the University of Utah have introduced a simple yet groundbreaking policy that’s making a big difference for patients with low back pain. Dr. Michael Campian and his team recognized that while treatment guidelines recommend physical therapy as a first-line approach, patients were waiting an average of four weeks or more before receiving a […]
Medications can be lifesaving, but they can also increase the risk of falls. Many drugs may cause blurred vision, dizziness, drowsiness, impaired alertness or judgment, poor balance, and weakened muscles.Sometimes, the issue isn’t just a single medication, but the total number of drugs being taken. Polypharmacy—taking multiple medications—can heighten the severity and frequency of side […]