by Alpine Physical Therapy | Dec 3, 2019 | Aging and Active
For some, the Holiday Season can be a time of social isolation and loneliness. This can be especially true for older adults who live alone, according to Bend physical therapists Rob Hollander. Research shows social isolation can have adverse effects such as...
by Alpine Physical Therapy | Nov 5, 2019 | Uncategorized
As cold and flu season approaches, so does the season of illness prevention. From getting flu shots to adding a little extra Vitamin C to our diets, prevention often becomes a focus for those concerned with getting sick, missing work and/or school, and...
by Alpine Physical Therapy | Sep 30, 2019 | Uncategorized
October is National Physical Therapy month, a time when physical therapists like Rob Hollander of Bend not only celebrate their profession, but also educate others about the role physical therapy plays in improving the health and vitality of...
by Alpine Physical Therapy | Sep 4, 2019 | Uncategorized
For decades, the standard and recommended response to an injured muscle, tendon or ligament was to “apply RICE,” an acronym that stands for a protocol of rest, ice, compression and elevation. Yet these days, according to Bend physical...
by Alpine Physical Therapy | Aug 7, 2019 | Uncategorized
by Ron Carpenter, PT, OCS Most people experience shoulder pain at some time in their lives. You can help your sore shoulder or hopefully avoid this condition altogether by improving your posture. Shoulder impingement is a common form of shoulder pain in...
