Aging is multifactorial. While we at EEI focus on physical activity, mental activity, social activity and dietary practices are all integral parts of our lives.
Remaining present in your life is how you Live
If you truly love your Valentine, give them the gift of your healthy heart
Knee Arthritis Part 2
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Flare-ups drive patients to request surgery. In both my clinical and research experience, arthritic joints need motion. Gentle, lubricating motion should be the first line of treatment.
When only 27% of Physical Therapy "knee experts" recommendations involved any knee movement that's a problem.
Walking - good for body, mind, and soul
If you have knee arthritis, try this for for reducing pain
Sometimes even we think research is a bit obvious. But it's also good to have the obvious proven. Staying strong and active has always been a good idea. If you haven’t been doing as much as you think you should, start today to enjoy your active life in the future
It's never too late! It's okay to start with something small. I have long promoted walking, Yoga, Tai Chi and Pilates as key exercise forms that are safe to start at almost any time in your life. The key is to begin...
Echoing this quote from the book, Izquierdo reported, "physical activity influences cellular and molecular drivers of biological aging, slowing aging rates and functional decline." 2025, PMID: 39743381
Sometimes the simplest advice is the best. Even the "exercise" can be basic or simple. But the reality is that no matter what, you have to move to prevent frailty as you age.
What do you do when the weather gets "bad"?
Are you trying any new fitness options this winter?
Let us know in the comments!
Dealing the extra pressures of the holidays can cause a lot of stress. Movement can be an excellent antidote and a positive way to cope. Check out this video...
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Want to read the research? See the following: “Rather short episodes of immobilization or inactivity caused weakness, loss of power, loss of function and cellular changes in the body.” PMID: 36597123, PMID: 29266264, PMID: 25898161.
During busy times, fitness is not what you want to cut out of your day. Pick easier, quicker, shorter bursts of activity to fit in between other errands and jobs. Your body will thank you in January!
Short bouts of, "exercise snacking" can be effective to prevent loss of what you have or to even gain a bit of ground. Remember the story of the tortoise and the hare? You don't have to go all gang-busters.
Exercise as a prescription? Absolutely! Effective, cost saving, and improves quality of life.
Physical Therapists working in Primary Care (still hard to find outside the VA) or interested in longevity can provide excellent testing and a "prescription" to increase quality of life and longevity.
My father was the 103rd person diagnosed with PPA and passed away in 2004. Raising awareness is fantastic - thank you! As a Physical Therapist I am currently working a patient with PPA. The personal connection has been helpful for both of us.
Adding Physical Therapy to a Primary Care team is the perfect way to assist patients in developing a strategy for healthy movement and healthy choices.
New information from Stanford Medicine shows biomolecular shifts in our 40s & 60s. The need for early screenings and intervention becomes even more critical.
Join my seminar, Functionally Focused Rehab Masterclass: Early Identification of Functional Decline in 40- to 65-Year-Olds, on April 25.
Physical Therapy in Primary Care - is it the next great thing? Listen in as Ron Blehm breaks it down and explains this exciting new way to reach patients
Phenomenal News! Congratulations to the #APTA for your hard work advocating for the tremendous value of Physical Therapy in the Primary Care setting. Hopefully this will be the first of many states to support and recognize the excellent care Physical Therapists provide to their patients.
