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1y ago
Patients who received physical therapy within the first 30 days of experiencing acute lower back pain had a lower chance of needing further medical services (imaging, injections, surgery, and doctor visits) than those who received PT later.
Referring patients suffering from low back pain to primary care: Impact on future health care costs and utilization
The total medical cost of patients who received early physical therapy for lower back pain (within 14 days of onset) was $2736.23 less than those who received delayed physical therapy (early PT $1810.67, later PT $3661.78).
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1y ago
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/sleep/ healthy_sleep.pdf
Information about Sleep Disorders
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/sleepdisorders.html
NHLBI Diseases and Conditions Index – DCI
This section includes articles about sleep disorders, tests, procedures, as well as videos, podcasts and Spanish-language articles.
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/dci/index.html
Refer to Pain and Sleep References
Patients with acute low back pain are more likely to have poor sleep quality than those with good sleep quality.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24782195
Patients suffering from neck pain ..read more
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1y ago
A medical researcher’s perspective on sugar.
Here’s another presentation if you want to hear more from this researcher.
Useful Links
How To Limit Fat and Sugar
Weight-control Information Network
These are the common names for sugars added to foods:
Sucrose (table Sugar)
Sweetener made from corn
Corn syrup with high-fructose
Fruit-juice concentrates
Nectars
Raw sugar
Malt syrup
Maple syrup
Sweeteners made from fructose
Liquid fructose
Honey
Molasses
Anhydrous dextrose
Click here to see the range of motion exercises
These exercises can be viewed online. Click here and type in ..read more
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1y ago
CDC Flu Page
https://templatearchive.com/the-flu-what-to-do-if-you-get-sick/
Flu Prevention – Everyday Activities
http://www.cdc.gov/flu/pdf/freeresources/updated/everyday_preventive.pdf
Exercise when you have a cold
http://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/cold-guide/exercise-when-you-have-cold
Clinical Study of Exercise and Cold Prevention
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24921030
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1y ago
We Can – ways to enhance children’s activity & nutritionhttp://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/wecan/
Resources and tools for physical activity
www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/wecan/tools-resources/physical-activity.htm
Activity Guidelines for Children
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/wecan/get-active/physical-activity-guidelines.htm
More than 30 Suggestions to Get Everyday Physical Activity
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/wecan/get-active/getting-active.htm
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1y ago
We Can – ways to enhance children’s activity & nutritionhttp://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/wecan/
Resources and tools for physical activity
www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/wecan/tools-resources/physical-activity.htm
Activity Guidelines for Children
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/wecan/get-active/physical-activity-guidelines.htm
More than 30 Suggestions to Get Everyday Physical Activity
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/wecan/get-active/getting-active.htm
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1y ago
Most people with diabetes don’t know it
Click Here to Read the Article
Prevention Information
Click here to access resources from the CDC regarding diabetes prevention.
http://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/prevention/
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1y ago
National Osteoporosis Foundation Month: Lots of information, guides, and tips about diet, testing, prevention, and more
http://nof.org/nationalosteoporosismonth
Balance Problems – –
Guide for Falls by a Physical Therapist
Is your answer smarter than that of a physical therapist?
False. False. According to HealthDay News, an article in HealthDay News reveals that older adults who receive diagnostic imaging for back pain have lower outcomes and a higher cost of healthcare over the long term.
Reference: APTA PT Motion News
http://www.apta.org/PTinMotion/News/2015/3/18/LBPUtilizationAndPT ..read more
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1y ago
Before you start this exercise program or any other type of program, consult your doctor or physical therapist.
Is your answer smarter than that of a physical therapist?
False– The most common injury in recreational runners was not plantar faciitis. According to this study, it was a tibial strain syndrome.
To read more, click here
The post ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT RUNNING A 5K, BUT DON’T KNOW WHERE TO START? appeared first on Sports Massage Pros ..read more
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1y ago
Many people believe that the term “acute” refers to an injury and describes the level of pain. Medicinenet.com defines an acute injury as the “…abrupt onset. This refers to a condition. Acute can also refer to a condition that is short-term, rapidly progressing, and requires urgent care.
Swimming swimmers are not likely to suffer from “acute injuries” which require urgent medical attention. They experience slow-onset (insidious) injuries to their muscles and joints. These problems are often referred to as “overuse” issues. These issues are often treated by physical th ..read more