Monthly Archives: January 2014
Avoid Injuries While Shoveling Snow
As residents in South Hampton Roads prepare to shovel out their walkways and driveways, it’s important to consider proper form to avoid any back and neck injuries. Shoveling snow sends many people searching for an ice pack. In 2012, more than 34,000 people nationwide wound up in their doctor’s office or a hospital emergency room […]READ MORE
PT Clinics Closed Today (January 29th)
Richmond Physical Therapy clinics will be closed today due to the inclement weather. We apologize for any inconvenience and will do our best to accommodate your schedule in the coming days. Thank you!READ MORE
Inclement weather update
Due to inclement weather, please call your specific clinic regarding hours and/or closures — be safe!READ MORE
Yoga, Muscle-Toning Exercises Can Lower Type 2 Diabetes Risk
Good news for women who like to roll out the yoga mat and lift a few weights. These forms of exercise can help reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes. And, when combined with aerobic exercise, the risk of diabetes drops even more, according to a new study published in the journal PLOS Medicine. The […]READ MORE
Inclement Weather Hours
Due to inclement weather, please call your specific clinic regarding hours and/or closures — be safe!READ MORE
PT Clinics Closed Today (January 22nd)
Richmond Physical Therapy Clinics will be closed today due to the inclement weather. We apologize for any inconvenience and will do our best to accommodate your schedule in the coming days. Thank you and stay safe and warm!READ MORE
Concussion: Use Your Noggin, But Only So Much
Parents of adolescents who are recovering from a concussion can help their child recover faster by making sure they follow their doctor’s recommendations to scale back homework and time spent playing video games. But a complete homework pass may be unnecessary, a new study shows. The study, published in Pediatrics, tracked 335 people ages 8 to […]READ MORE
CDC Report: One in Four Kids Gets Enough Exercise
If your child falls between the ages of 12 and 15, chances are they’re not getting enough exercise. A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that only 25 percent of kids in this age group are meeting the recommendation for 60 minutes a day of moderate to vigorous physical activity. […]READ MORE