Increase in number of surgeries has led to increase in need for effective rehabilitation The number of injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in younger patients whose bodies have not yet fully matured seems to be rising. In some cases, these patients are treated with a surgical procedure called ACL reconstruction. With more young […]
Rehab Associates of Central Virginia is seeking passionate Physical Therapy Assistants for our Bedford, VA, Amherst, VA, and Lynchburg, VA clinics. Rehab Associates was most recently named Advance Magazine’s National Physical Therapy Practice of the Year. We offer excellent benefits, generous continuing education opportunities, paid VPTA/APTA memberships, professional development and advancement opportunities for top candidates. […]
Only few studies have evaluated this treatment for these patients Shoulder problems are one of the more common issues that affect the musculoskeletal system, as its prevalence in the general population has been reported as high as 4.8%. The most common shoulder condition that causes pain is shoulder impingement syndrome (SIS), which often results from […]
Full-time Physical Therapy Technicians – Amherst, Forest & Rustburg Clinics Physical Therapy Technicians work directly with patients while assisting Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants. Qualified candidates would be energetic, dependable and eager to help patients through their rehab process. A background in exercise science or health promotion is beneficial. Full-time RACV employees are eligible […]
Back pain is prevalent and reduces quality of life in population Back pain is a prevalent condition in the entire population, as 80% of people will experience it at least once. It’s particularly common in older adults, and up to 33% of individuals over the age of 65 experience it regularly, which limits their abilities […]
Osteoporosis can have numerous negative effects and increase risk of falling Falls and resulting injuries are one of the most common causes of disability, reduced functioning, and lower quality of life in older adults. Unfortunately, as people age, the fear of falling usually increases as walking speed, balance, and physical function all tend to decrease. […]
IT IS SPRING TIME! Time for spring planting, garden tilling, and mulching and time for the gardener in all of us to get in gear. It is this time of year when I have many people come to me after hurting themselves because they become very active outside after not doing much in the winter […]
Impact Magazine March 3, 2015 http://www.ppsimpact.org/joshua-bailey-pt-dpt-ocs-cscs/ Joshua Bailey, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS Joshua Bailey, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS CPED PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER. Practice location: Rehab Associates of Central Virginia, Lynchburg, Virginia, and surrounding communities. Practice specifics: We have 11 clinics and a business center. The practice employs 110 people and has been in operation for […]
Just like an injured athlete needs rehabilitation to return to the field for their sport, the injured worker needs rehabilitation to return to their job. With industrial rehabilitation, it is important to not only address the impairments and pain the patient is experiencing but also to prepare the patient to return to work safely and […]
Heart Disease and Physical Therapy The leading killer in America is heart disease claiming over 600,000 lives a year. Cardiovascular disease complications include renal insufficiency, diabetes mellitus, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, sleeping disorders like obstructive and central apnea syndrome just to name a few. Other problems associated with heart disease include coronary artery disease, stroke, […]
