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May 16, 2012:
Health Tip: When Physical Therapy Ends
Don't neglect exercise
January 21, 2012:
Texting, Talking on Cellphone Slows Walking Pace: Study
Findings may shed light on ways to improve functional walking in physical therapy patients
December 21, 2011:
Timing of Aquatic Therapy After Joint Replacement Matters
Starting within days of the operation seems beneficial for those with new knees, but not hips
November 04, 2011:
Timing May Be Key to Successful Back Surgery
Waiting longer than six months to repair herniated disc may hinder recovery, study says
May 25, 2011:
Stroke Patients May Regain Function Just as Easily at Home
High-tech 'locomotor' training no better for walking improvement, study finds
March 07, 2011:
Early Rehab May Help Speed Recovery After Knee Surgery
Joint replacement patients who began therapy within 24 hours were discharged sooner: study
February 23, 2011:
Spinal Fusion Surgery May Leave Some Back Pain Patients Worse Off: Study
Those who got operation were less likely to return to work than those treated in other ways
February 11, 2011:
Therapy Can Help Stroke Patients Walk, Even After 6 Months
Comparison study found intense training at home as good as high-tech treadmill device
October 22, 2010:
Steroids May Only Offer Short-Term Help for Tennis Elbow
Beyond 12 weeks they appear useless or even harmful, study finds
August 31, 2010:
Certain Exercises Benefit Arthritic Dogs
Walking uphill, over low obstacles may help Fido stay flexible, study shows
July 30, 2010:
Doing Prescribed Exercises May Help Relieve Arthritis Pain
Adhering to recommended routine reduced aches, boosted strength, researchers found
June 07, 2010:
After a Stroke, Light Exercise Gets Hands, Arms Working Again
Experimental program is found to improve functioning by a third
February 25, 2010:
Wii-Gaming Could Aid Stroke Rehab
Physical therapy centered around the high-tech games surpassed standard exercises, study finds
October 23, 2009:
Common Knee Pain May Improve With Therapy
Supervised exercise had better results than wait-and-see approach, researchers say
September 22, 2009:
Small Steps May Speed Recovery in ICU Patients
Mild exercise beats bed rest, preliminary study finds
September 16, 2009:
Shockwave Treatment May Not Be Best for Shoulder Pain
Comparison study finds supervised exercise has better results
February 03, 2009:
Are We Exercising Pain Away? Not So Much.
Few people with neck, back pain are prescribed physical activity, survey finds
February 03, 2009:
Therapy, Meds Best for Lumbar Low Back Pain
Barring complications, surgery can be avoided since most symptoms fade within 6 weeks, experts say
February 01, 2009:
A Checklist for Joint Replacement Surgery
Knowing what to expect before and after procedure aids healing, experts say
December 19, 2008:
Community Exercise Programs Boost Seniors' Strength
Regular participation can also reduce risk of falls, study says
August 28, 2008:
Treadmill Workouts Help Stroke Survivors
Function improved even after conventional therapy, study found
July 28, 2008:
Most Fit Have Less Brain Atrophy From Alzheimer's
Even moderate exercise, done regularly, improves quality of life
June 12, 2008:
Moderate Aerobics May Ease Insomnia Symptoms
Brazilian study finds 36% reduction in time awake and a drop in anxiety levels
June 04, 2008:
Health Tip: Recovering From an Injury
When it's safe to get back in the game
May 22, 2008:
'Net, Video Tools Successful in Lung Disease Management
Canada's TELEHEALTH program improved conditions for patients in rural and remote areas
May 08, 2008:
Stroke Survivors Walk Better With Human Help
Rehab with therapist had more benefit than those using robotic devices, study finds
April 18, 2008:
Exercise Combats Cancer Fatigue
Review suggests it be included as basic component before and after treatments
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