by Alex Sutton | Sep 14, 2020 | Physical Therapy, Physio, Therapy
Here’s some facts about the rectus femoris: One of the 4 quadriceps muscles, located in the middle of the front of the thigh Attaches from the pelvis to the patellar tendon (just below the knee joint) and is responsible for knee extension and hip flexion...
by Alex Sutton | Aug 31, 2020 | Physical Therapy, Physio, Therapy
A traumatic brain injury (also known as TBI) occurs as a result of trauma to the head, leading to damage to the brain itself. Traumatic brain injuries can result from numerous types of injuries including automobile accidents, contact sports, or falls. Symptoms can...
by Alex Sutton | Aug 31, 2020 | Clinical Nutrition, Physical Therapy, Physio, Therapy
Diabetes mellitus is a worldwide health problem characterized by the body’s inability to break down sugar due to an inefficiency of the hormone insulin. According to the American Diabetes Association, the toll of diabetes is significant if left unchecked. Two out of...
by Alex Sutton | Aug 26, 2020 | Physical Therapy, Physio, Therapy
Did you know that YOU have the right to choose your physical therapist? When you get a physical therapy referral from your physician, you can visit any provider you like. It’s common for the physician’s office to recommend a provider if the office is...
by Alex Sutton | Aug 24, 2020 | Physical Therapy, Physio, Therapy
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is what connects the bottom jaw to the skull. The joint is a hinge that makes it possible to eat and speak, but it can be subject to pain and inflammation from multiple sources. It’s a complex system composed of bone, muscle and...
