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Recover Faster After Surgery with ‘Prehab’
The stronger you are before surgery, the stronger you’ll be after. That’s the philosophy behind prehabilitation (or “prehab”), the process of improving strength and functional capacity before surgery through a…
Strength Training Critical for Active, Independent Aging
To the 43 million Americans who have low bone density, putting them at high risk of osteoporosis, Yorba Linda physical therapist Ruben Salinas has an important message: exercise is good medicine. But not just any…
Did You Know? National Physical Therapy Month Edition
October is National Physical Therapy Month, and physical therapists everywhere are jumping at the opportunity to remind people about the important role improved and restored movement has on improving society.…
‘Why Movement Matters’ during National Physical Therapy Month
While the profession of physical therapy is often characterized under the generalized label “rehabilitation,” Yorba Linda physical therapist Ruben Salinas is eager to create a wider narrative – one that focuses on physical therapy’s overall…
Back pain? Studies say get physical therapy first.
During a time when people are growing more skeptical and concerned about the use of prescription pain medications, a recent study gives hope to the 80 percent of Americans who…
Pools offer both fitness, relief for older adults
While drinking plenty of water is critical to life, health and healing, simply submerging your body in water (i.e., a pool) opens up opportunities for relief and fitness for those…
Mind your back(pack) during back-to-school
From homework and tests to extra-curricular activities, students already shoulder plenty of weight during back-to-school time. Their backpacks should be the least of their worries. Unfortunately, due to the lack of…
Take Steps to Lower the Risk of ACL Injury this Sports Season
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), high school athletes account for about 2 million injuries and around a half-million doctor visits each year. But few of…
Dog Owners More Likely to Meet Fitness Benchmarks
It turns out our furry friends have more to offer us than companionship and unconditional love. According to Yorba Linda physical therapist Ruben Salinas, multiple studies show that dog owners…
Parent Tips: Raise Active & Healthy Kids
With child obesity still an epidemic in the U.S. and reams of research showing both the immediate and long-term benefits of youth exercise, it’s the duty of parents today to…
Exercise May Improve Your Memory & Mood
Orthopedic professionals such as physicians and physical therapists often refer to the human body’s kinetic chain – the notion that all bones, joints and “links” are connected, and that movement…
Focus on Strength, Balance Exercises to Prevent Falls
During a time when the U.S. is so focused on reducing the cost of overall medical expenses, many physical therapists and other medical professionals are eager to share a staggering…