Jul22nd 2022Many have experienced Covid over the past year. The symptoms and severity can vary from person to person. Getting back to exercise and returning to previous endurance can be difficult. There are, however, safe and effective ways to return to physical activity after Covid. Continue reading to find out more. When to start back up:
Jun24th 2022In home physical therapy can help people with COPD. Chronic It is a long term disease that directly affects the lungs and the ability to breath. This disease affects people’s daily life and can be life threatening. So what is COPD and how does physical therapy help? What is COPD? It is a chronic inflammatory
May20th 2022As summer weather comes, more and more people can be found outside gardening. This activity has many dynamic and static movements. Activities such as digging, mulching and weeding can cause strain on muscles and joints. While this great pass time can cause discomfort there are ways to avoid pain during gardening. Continue reading to find
Apr10th 2022Is Arthritis Pain Slowing You Down? If you suffer from arthritis pain, then you’re already aware of the difficulties this disease causes with moving and functioning in daily life. What you might not be aware of, however, is that physical therapy can help you find relief from your arthritis pain, and with our in-home services,
Mar25th 2022When older adults are in isolation or quarantine, the increased isolation presents challenges that ultimately affect them on a daily basis and impact their conditions. While isolation presents new sets of challenges, there are everyday activities that, when done repetitively and with vigor, can help! Practical activities that focus on fine motor skills: Buttoning, tying, and zippering clothing
Mar11th 2022Lymphedema affects approximately one in 1000 Americans. It is a chronic condition that has no cure but can be managed. Fortunately, in home Lymphedema therapy can help manage this chronic condition! It takes teamwork between the therapist and the client to be successful! At First State Rehab At Home, Our Certified Lymphedema Therapists (CLT) use
Feb25th 2022Has the months of self isolating resulted in lack of energy and mobility? Have you noticed mood changes and depression? You aren’t alone! Many people during the pandemic have noticed depression, weakness, decreased energy, less mobility and increased falls. This is why physical therapy is so crucial to getting you back to your optimum state
Feb20th 2022Get Off The Couch and Start Moving With Ease Again! Did you know that 80 percent of the U.S. population falls short of the Physical Activity Guidelines recommended by the Department of Health and Human Services? Millions of Americans are risking serious health consequences simply because they do too much sitting and not enough moving
Feb11th 2022Let us get fit for life! The National Institute on Aging has an excellent booklet on exercise and activity for healthy aging. There are many great guides, diagrams and educational pieces. There are many great ways to stay fit for life. To learn more about the benefits of in-home physical therapy, call us today! 302-304-9729.
Jan21st 2022While the exact numbers are uncertain, there are many people who have lingering Covid symptoms. Often referred to as “long Covid” or “long haul Covid”, the symptoms include: Shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, chronic fatigue, memory or concentration problems, joint pain, decreased strength and mobility. Physical therapy can help manage these chronic and debilitating symptoms.
