Physical Therapy

27 Jan 2020
Overcoming Fear of Falling
Overcoming Fear of Falling Overcoming the fear of falling (FOF) is an innate, natural fear in humans and mammals. It is a reflex for newborns and infants. Many older adults fear falling after they experience a fall. FOF is also known as baso or basi – phobia. Fear on its own is a helpful signal ...
06 Dec 2018
Resolutions 2019
Resolutions for New Year Resolutions 2019, yes a new opportunity at a fresh start is just weeks away. Who doesn’t plan to start a new diet and exercise more in the coming year? Gym memberships spike in January and then fall off as people revert back to usual habits and patterns. Perhaps a new resolution is to ...
28 Jun 2016
Parkinson Disease – NPF – Fundraiser
Parkinson “Moving Day”  Fundraiser: Hosted by the National Parkinson Foundation ~ South Palm Beach County Chapter –Event Date: Sunday, November 6, 2016   Location: FAU ~ Boca Raton ~ Stadium Parkinson Disease’s annual NPF national fundraiser called Moving Day is this November in Boca Raton, Florida. It is one of the biggest fundraiser events of the ...
30 Mar 2015
Taking Control of Your Physical Activity
A huge danger for folks 65 and older is falling. We know via research that one third of seniors will fall and that for about a third of them, it will be a life altering experience. Falls can cause bone fractures which involve surgery, hospital stay and rehabilitation centers. The fall may be just the ...
18 Jul 2014
I did Physical Therapy a Couple of Years Ago
Physical Therapy Helps over Long Term Question: My mother is now 86 and I can tell she is not so steady on her feet and is scared she will fall and hurt herself. Can she get more Physical Therapy or is it only after a hospital/rehab stay? Rory, B.  Rockaway Beach Reply: Thank you for your question ...