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Happy National Physical Therapy Month to Our PTs

October 10th, 2012

National Physical Therapy Month is celebrated each October by the American Physical Therapy Association. The APTA uses it as an opportunity to reach out to consumers about the many ways that physical therapists and physical therapist assistants can help improve patients’ quality of life with non-invasive measures. Whether you struggle with chronic low back pain, […]READ MORE

School Physical Event in Virginia Beach CANCELED Tonight

October 10th, 2012

Our $10 high school athletic physical event scheduled for Virginia Beach this evening has been canceled due to inclement weather. We have no details on a rescheduled time yet. All In Motion clinics have been closed for the day. We will be calling patients to reschedule them for appointments later this week. Please stay safe […]READ MORE

Heartfelt Team Lean Weight Loss Challenge Testimonial

October 10th, 2012

This email has been in process in my mind for weeks now, but I wanted to finally get it down in print while the Team Lean Challenge is still in process. I’ll begin by saying that the Challenge has been life changing for me personally and for the ladies with whom I work out at […]READ MORE

Antioxidants in Tart Cherries May Help Reduce Arthritis Pain

October 10th, 2012

Millions of people who endure joint pain and arthritis may find some relief by eating tart cherries, according to research from Oregon Health & Science University. In a small study, researchers have found that drinking tart cherry juice twice daily for three weeks helped lower the inflammation for 20 women between the ages of 40 […]READ MORE

Tart Cherries Offer Sweet News for Arthritis Sufferers

October 10th, 2012

Millions of Americans who suffer from joint pain and arthritis may reduce their pain and inflammation by eating tart cherries, according to research from Oregon Health & Science University. Researchers have found that drinking tart cherry juice daily for three weeks helped reduce inflammation in a study of 20 women between the ages of 40 […]READ MORE

No Pain, Your Gain: Free Orthopaedic Seminar

October 10th, 2012

Learn how to eliminate pain and get back on the move. If you – or someone you know – has a nagging upper body pain, the Bon Secours Orthopaedic Institute is here to answer the call. Answering your questions about joints, bones, aches and pains. Our panel of experts will address your concerns about orthopaedic […]READ MORE

Another Reason to Exercise: It's Good for Your Brain

October 10rd, 2012

Exercise is an amazing thing. Not only does it help you lose weight and lower your risk of heart disease and diabetes, apparently it also keeps your brain in shape, too. In fact, it helps protect against brain shrinkage, which may lead to memory and thinking problems, according to a news release from the American […]READ MORE

New Physical Therapy Positions with In Motion in Portsmouth and Chesapeake

October 10nd, 2012

In Motion is proud to announce that we’re hiring for more positions in Western Hampton Roads, including Portsmouth and Chesapeake. We’re currently looking for physical therapist and rehab techs for our inpatient and outpatient settings in Portsmouth and a clinical relations marketing coordinator to work at our new physical therapy clinic around the Greenbrier area […]READ MORE

Physical Therapy Helps Patients Recover from ACL Surgery, Study Finds

October 10th, 2012

A new study on recovering from a torn anterior cruciate ligament may encourage many patients to start physical therapy as soon as possible after their reconstructive surgery. That’s because a team of orthopaedic surgeons found that patients who seek physical therapy right after surgery had good results, according to a review of 29 studies published in […]READ MORE

ACL Study Finds Physical Therapy Helps After Surgery, Not Bracing

October 10th, 2012

Patients who undergo surgery for a torn anterior cruciate ligament – commonly called ACL – may want to set up physical therapy sessions as soon as possible, according to a new study. That’s because a team of orthopaedic surgeons found that physical therapy, begun quickly after surgery, can offer very good results for patients. Bracing, […]READ MORE