Leaves are changing and the cool weather is starting to set in. This is the season when people contemplate scheduling a joint replacement surgery. The two most common joint replacement surgeries are total hip arthroplasty (THA) aka a hip replacement …
Read PostParkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement, balance, posture, and coordination. It can also cause non-motor symptoms such as pain, fatigue, mood changes, and cognitive impairment. While there is no cure for PD, there are treatments …
Read PostMore than 1 out of 4 Americans age 65+ falls each year!1 Falls can result in major injuries including head injuries such as TBI (traumatic brain injuries) and broken bones such as a hip fracture. More than 95% of hip …
Read PostMy name is Luiz Mileto Allemand. In July 2023, I had an opportunity to travel to Washington DC as a physical therapist assistant student and attend the APTA Capitol Hill Day. My purpose was to engage in direct discussions with …
Read PostI had an awesome time at Capitol Hill Day. One of my favorite parts was collaboration and comradery with people I respect like-minded professors, physical therapists, and students from across the Florida state. I walked into the reception hall at …
Read PostStroke is a serious medical condition that occurs when the blood supply to a part of the brain is interrupted, causing brain cells to die1,2. Stroke can cause a variety of symptoms like weakness, paralysis, speech difficulties, memory loss, cognitive …
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