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ORTHOPEDICSEight safety tips when working outdoors
Apr 12, 2022
It’s a springtime activity that many of us do – work in our garden or yard. The results can mean beautiful flowers and lush greens. However, gardening also can lead to injuries. Continue Reading -
ORTHOPEDICSOblique strain? Physical therapy can help.
May 25, 2021
Do you experience sudden, sharp pains near your rib cage? Does it hurt when you cough or take a deep breath? One possible diagnosis may be an oblique strain or tear. Continue Reading -
ORTHOPEDICSHand therapy can help when Fido trips you up
May 11, 2021
As a certified occupational and hand therapist at St. Joseph’s/Candler, Jennifer Brown Owenby has treated many patients injured after tripping on the leash, on their dog or walking on uneven terrain. Continue Reading -
ORTHOPEDICSInfographic: The dos and don’ts when dealing with ...
Nov 5, 2020
Back and neck pain affect 80 to 85 percent of the adult population. The good news 95 percent of cases get better within four to six weeks with conservative treatment alone. Continue Reading -
ORTHOPEDICSUnderstanding the four phases of physical therapy ...
Oct 13, 2020
St. Joseph’s/Candler physical therapist assistant explains what patients can expect on the road to recovery following a total knee replacement. Continue Reading -
ORTHOPEDICSWhat are the benefits of aquatic physical therapy?
Aug 4, 2020
Is your body too sore to do the things you love – play a round of golf, hit the tennis court or even pick up the kids or grandkids? Then you may want to consider aquatic physical therapy. Continue Reading -
ORTHOPEDICSIs spending too much time on your phone damaging y...
Jul 23, 2020
Is being on your phone causing you neck pain? Maybe it's time to put the phone down and consider physical therapy. Here’s how physical therapy may help with ‘text neck.’ Continue Reading -
ORTHOPEDICSWhat is the Joint Academy at St. Joseph’s/Candler?
Mar 10, 2020
To help prepare you for an upcoming joint surgery, St. Joseph’s/Candler offers the Joint Academy, an hour-long educational class for joint replacement patients. Continue Reading -
ORTHOPEDICSHaving trouble with your balance? Physical therapy...
Feb 20, 2020
When your balance is discombobulated, it can impact your quality of life. Physical therapy can help, and St. Joseph’s/Candler has five outpatient physical therapy locations to assist with balance and.... Continue Reading