Have you suffered a concussion in the past and are you having a hard time returning back to work or school? There are certain factors that may prolong your recovery. Prior concussion Female vs. Male Age History of ADHD/ADD Neurological diagnosis Psychiatric diagnosis Prolonged loss of consciousness Vestibular diagnosis It is expected that most people […]
We all know that exercise is important to maintaining and improving health, but what happens when exercises in the gym are too painful due to joint discomfort and back pain? Are there alternative options? The answer is : YES! Aquatic therapy can be very beneficial for those who suffer from arthritis and joint pain in […]
Attention Ladies: What’s in Your Bag Have you been dealing with pain in your neck, back or shoulder? Well guess what! It could possibly be that favorite accessory that most of us women love known as the PURSE. Have you noticed that over the past few years those purses are being manufactured much larger than […]
Headaches Headaches are extremely variable in symptoms and will affect 99% of the population at some point. Do you suffer from frequent or intense headaches? If so, you should consider physical therapy with Rehab Associates of Central Virginia to alleviate your symptoms. Headaches can fall into many different categories and classifications but two of the […]
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. […]
