“Careful to Confident”: Balance and Falls Prevention

By: Dr. Nathaniel D. Hoover, PT, DPT, OCS One out of every four adults over 65 years of age fall each year…and only ½ tell their healthcare provider.(1) Having one fall in the last 6 months puts you at risk for additional falls regardless of your age. This statistic alone is one that resonates with […]

“No Pain, No Gain”: Fact or Myth?

By Dr. Colleen Aubrey, PT, DPT “No pain, no gain” is a phrase most of us have heard at some point in our lives, but what does it really mean? And more importantly, is it beneficial when it comes to your health, fitness, or rehabilitation process? As a physical therapist, one of the most common […]

ACL Rehabilitation: Returning to Sport After an ACL Injury

By Dr. Colleen Aubrey, PT, DPT Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries are among the most common injuries in high school and collegiate athletes and can significantly impact an individual’s ability to participate in sports and daily activities. The ACL is a key ligament in the knee that connects the shin bone (tibia) to the thigh […]