Tag: Physical Therapy
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Prehabilitation for Older Adults Shows Potential to Improve Postoperative Outcomes
Overview A new pilot study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society explored a multicomponent prehabilitation program for older adults facing major elective surgery. The program combines physical therapy, nutrition optimization, and mindset support in the weeks leading up to surgery. The researchers found that delivering this program in a short three- to…
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Integrated Advanced Primary Care: Musculoskeletal Care Outcomes
Introduction Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions drive substantial health care costs in the United States, affecting a large share of adults and imposing both direct medical expenses and indirect costs like lost productivity. Recent efforts to modernize MSK care focus on rapid access, high-quality rehabilitation, and coordination within primary care. This article reviews a study examining a…
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Prehabilitation for Older Adults Shows Promise in Improving Postoperative Recovery
Overview: A Multicomponent Prehabilitation Approach A recent pilot and feasibility study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society explored whether a prehabilitation program—combining physical therapy, nutrition guidance, and mindset support—could be feasibly delivered in the weeks leading up to major elective surgery for older adults. The goal was not only to prepare the…
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Always Feeling Dizzy? The SCM Muscle and How to Treat It, Say Doctors
Introduction: When Dizziness Isn’t Just a Diet or Inner Ear Issue Persistent dizziness can be perplexing, often attributed to nutrition, dehydration, or inner-ear trouble. Yet some cases may hinge on a single neck muscle: the sternocleidomastoid (SCM). A growing number of clinicians and health influencers have highlighted the SCM as a potential culprit behind balance…
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Always Feeling Dizzy? Doctor Reveals the Muscle Behind It and How to Treat It
Can a single muscle be the culprit for persistent dizziness? When dizziness becomes a frequent companion, many people look to diet, hydration, and overall health for answers. A viral explanation from a head and neck specialist, Dr. Joe Damiani, has put a spotlight on the sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle as a potential key player in disrupted…
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The Essential Knee: 5 At-Home Exercises to Prevent Knee Pain
Why knee health matters The knee joint is one of the body’s most complex and heavily loaded joints. Everyday activities—from walking to climbing stairs—place substantial demands on it. Research and clinical experience show that keeping the muscles around the knee strong helps protect this vital joint, reduce pain, and preserve mobility as we age. The…
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Support for Training in Osteoarthritis Management
Understanding Osteoarthritis in Sweden Osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease, affects a significant portion of the Swedish population — about one in four individuals over 45 and one in three over 65. This condition often leads to pain, decreased mobility, reduced work capacity, and lower overall well-being. With an aging population, the prevalence of osteoarthritis is…
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Support for Patients with Osteoarthritis in Training
Understanding Osteoarthritis in Sweden Osteoarthritis is a prevalent joint disease affecting about one in four Swedes over 45 and one in three over 65. This condition often leads to pain, reduced mobility, decreased work capacity, and a decline in overall well-being. For those living with osteoarthritis, comprehensive management, including education and physical therapy, is essential…