Nutrition is a Key to Physical Therapy Rehab Success

Nutrition is a Key to Physical Therapy Rehab Success

I have been a PT for nearly 35 years and I have treated all kinds of conditions from minor orthopedic injuries to major orthopedic surgeries and many neurological conditions. I have treated 1 week old newborns to patients over 100 years old. I have treated patients...
Rehab is a Team Game

Rehab is a Team Game

In the world of sport there are both individual and team events. Unfortunately, too often, team sports become focused on the team’s superstar and the team is left behind. Rarely can the “superstar” carry the team to a world title alone. Many a superstar find out the...
Ask Dr. Auburn – Sports Injuries

Ask Dr. Auburn – Sports Injuries

 All About Sports Injuries with Dr. Ann Auburn of the Natural Health Improvement Center What types of sports injuries do you see in your practice? I see a lot of muscle strains and spasms, low back and neck strains, tendonitis of the shoulders, ankles and feet,...
Physical Therapy needs to be Physical!

Physical Therapy needs to be Physical!

As a practicing physical therapist for 34 years, I have seen true success in patient rehab is found in a comprehensive approach consisting of manual therapy, ergonomic instruction, proper nutrition, flexibility training and in a targeted exercise program. Yes, we must...
101 Years and Going Strong!

101 Years and Going Strong!

When I think I have “seen it all”, I think of Dorothy! Born in 1917, Dorothy at 101 years old, is going strong! Dorothy has been a dear friend of my extended family for years. Dorothy was introduced into my extended family before I was born. She took in my second...
It’s about Pain! Or is it?

It’s about Pain! Or is it?

  By Jeffrey S. Carter, PT, MBA Pain is what drives most people to seek Physical Therapy treatment. When we are in pain, it impacts our entire life. We think about our pain. We complain about our pain. Often, we are obsessed about our pain! Pain prevents us from...