Uh Oh… Pressure Sores
When you have difficulty moving, and sensation that is impaired or absent, you are at a high risk to damage your skin and not realize it is happening. These are often called bed sores, but they can...
View ArticleExercise is the BEST Medicine!
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View ArticleShoulder Pain….
I was recently asked what the biggest misconception is about exercising. For wheelchair users it’s “I don’t exercise because I don’t want toI was recently asked what the biggest misconception is about...
View ArticleAbilities Expo
Check out this interview with Sports N Spokes magazine, and look to future articles by Kristin McNealus, PT, DPT, ATP!!
View ArticleDo What You Can!
I have been asked about how to get a good workout after an injury that weakens your extremities. For example, often times, a stroke will cause weakness of one side more than the other. Sometimes that...
View ArticleThe CrossFit Craze
I’m sure you’ve heard about CrossFit, and maybe you have considered trying it out. Let’s discuss some of the benefits and risks to consider before adding this to your workout regimen. What is CrossFit?...
View ArticleLet’s Talk About… STRESS!
It seems like we are getting busier by the year, and less equipped to handle the load. Everything is moving faster, we have devices that imply we are available at any time, and this has resulted in a...
View ArticleTreating the Body and Mind
Stress takes quite a toll on our bodies. If you have not read the previous posts about how nearly all systems are impacted by prolonged stress, take a look back at those. Last week, we talked about how...
View ArticleWhy Does It Hurt?
We just discussed how chronic stress can lead to physical pain, and even though we know all the benefits of exercise, it can be difficult to convince ourselves to exercise when we are in pain. However,...
View ArticleDo You Take Opioids?
There are many causes of pain, and understandably pain is very difficult to live with. There are a reported 50 million Americans living with chronic pain, 23 million of whom report severe pain. When...
View ArticleHow Does Exercise Manage Blood Sugar?
Diabetes is on the rise in our country. In fact, the number of people has tripled between 1980 and 2014. There appears to be a slowing of this, and an important trend to continue. I’m sure you’ve heard...
View ArticleYoga for Every Body
Have you ever considered trying yoga? There are more options coming out for modified yoga classes, and if it has not appealed to you in the past, perhaps you’ll want to check it out after you hear...
View ArticleModify for You!
Just because your body moves differently, obviously does not mean that you cannot get a great workout! It is important that you do what you can do, and modify any movements to how you can do it. If you...
View ArticleIt’s All About Intensity
I’m sure you’ve heard about the importance of incorporating exercise into your life, but do you do it? Keep reading to see how intensity is the key factor. A physical disability can limit your “daily...
View ArticleWhat to Know about UTIs
Often, an injury to the neurological system can cause impairment of the bladder function. There are a number of issues that can arise, from a lack of coordination of sphincters or a lack of sensation...
View ArticleSummer is Here!
As the weather gets warmer, it is a great time of year to get outside! Hiking is a wonderful family activity as well as a fantastic way to improve everyone’s health. Hiking can have the typical...
View ArticleWhat is Nutrition?
When you have a disability, you may be prone to having increased inflammation in your system. This impacts your digestion and can contribute to a number of secondary conditions. Many people then take...
View ArticleNutrient Deficiencies
There are a number of complications that are associated with disability, and many can be prevented with a good diet. Common complications include: Digestive dysfunction Constipation Diarrhea UTI’s...
View ArticleNutrition and Weight Loss
Studies have shown that people with disabilities are more likely to be overweight, and also obese. Carrying extra weight not only increases your risk for health complications such as heart disease and...
View ArticleNutrition and Weight Loss
Studies have shown that people with disabilities are more likely to be overweight, and also obese. Carrying extra weight not only increases your risk for health complications such as heart disease and...
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