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A physical therapist says strengthening this one body part may help alleviate lower back pain

A physical therapist says strengthening this one body part may help alleviate lower back pain

Our expert physical therapist says that if you are considering replacing pain medication with an exercise-based approach to improve your lower back pain, make sure to consult with your healthcare provider for support and advice. Depending on your medication, there may be a prescribed period of tapering for which you may need medical monitoring. To diagnose the source of your …

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I’m a Therapist With Alopecia—Let’s Not Discuss Kate Middleton’s Hair

I’m a Therapist With Alopecia—Let’s Not Discuss Kate Middleton’s Hair

Wow, they look different. I wonder what happened? I am sure you’ve had this thought many times in your life—looking at a celebrity, someone you know, or someone you just met. I understand why: It is hard to resist the impulse when you notice something novel or unusual. On Wednesday, images of Kate Middleton sporting a new blonde look surfaced …

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Sleep Therapist Reveals the 5 Popular Tips That Can Actually Destroy Your Sleep

Sleep Therapist Reveals the 5 Popular Tips That Can Actually Destroy Your Sleep

Lately, everyone’s talking about how crucial sleep is—and we get it, it matters. But the flood of sleep advice can feel overwhelming. From supplement recommendations to cutting caffeine at a certain hour, avoiding screens before bed, and timing your meals perfectly, the pressure to “do everything right” can backfire. In fact, it can lead to orthosomnia—anxiety about getting perfect sleep. …

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Five pieces of sleep advice that could be making your insomnia worse – a sleep therapist explains

Five pieces of sleep advice that could be making your insomnia worse – a sleep therapist explains

We all know how much better we feel after a good night’s sleep. Science backs this up: high-quality sleep boosts cardiovascular health, immune function, brain health and emotional wellbeing. Unsurprisingly, many people are keen to improve their sleep – and “sleep hygiene” has become a go-to strategy. Sleep hygiene refers to the habits and environmental factors that promote good sleep, …

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6 essential exercises everyone should be doing after 70 to build strength and mobility, according to a physical therapist

6 essential exercises everyone should be doing after 70 to build strength and mobility, according to a physical therapist

If you’re looking for exercises to improve your strength, balance, mobility, and function as you get older, you’ve come to the right place. As we age, strengthening the muscles in our body is more important than ever — strength training is one of the most effective ways to prevent sarcopenia, or the loss of muscle mass. It can also help …

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Woman Kills Herself After Talking to OpenAI’s AI Therapist

Woman Kills Herself After Talking to OpenAI’s AI Therapist

Content warning: this story includes discussion of self-harm and suicide. If you are in crisis, please call, text or chat with the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988, or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741. A young woman took her own life after talking to a ChatGPT-based AI therapist named Harry. In a devastating opinion piece …

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Physical Therapist Exposes the ‘Silent Killer’ Destroying Your Shoulders—and How to Fix It

Physical Therapist Exposes the ‘Silent Killer’ Destroying Your Shoulders—and How to Fix It

Physical Therapist Exposes the ‘Silent Killer’ Destroying Your Shoulders—and How to Fix It originally appeared on Men’s Fitness. If your shoulders feel stiff and achy, your phone is likely to blame, according to John Rusin, D.P.T. Phones encourage the worst possible posture for our shoulders: internally rotated, protracted, elevated, and adducted, with a forward-jutting neck and slouched spine. Plus, have …

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A pelvic floor physical therapist says these are the three exercises everyone, including men, should be doing

A pelvic floor physical therapist says these are the three exercises everyone, including men, should be doing

Pelvic floor issues can have a big impact on your quality of life, particularly if you’re dealing with incontinence or experiencing pain. In the US, over 25 million adult Americans experience temporary or chronic incontinence, according to the National Association for Continence, but there are exercises you can do to help. “We should all be strengthening our pelvic floor in …

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A physical therapist says these are the three bodyweight moves you should do daily to improve your bone health – Fit&Well

This is the one type of movement people with knee pain should be doing more, according to a physical therapist – Fit&Well

A physical therapist says these are the three bodyweight moves you should do daily to improve your bone health  Fit&Well Healthy Habits Today To Maintain Bone Strength As You Age  The Waynedale News Bone strength key to lifelong mobility, says CHRISTUS Health  KTALnews.com Build stronger bones in just 30 days: The complete nutrition guide  Moneycontrol 5 weight-bearing exercises for over 60s to help build …

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