As a physical therapist, it’s natural that I would promote exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle. This isn’t because I really like exercise (which I do), but because exercise affects every system of the body in a positive way—it […]
Exercises for Osteoporosis–My Favorite Topic! Read More
Every injury comes with a typical timeline for pain and recovery. When pain continues beyond that timeframe, it’s considered chronic. Also, if you’ve had pain on most days for more than three months, you suffer from chronic pain. But there
Know pain, know gain: Chronic pain management Read More
Winter weather is here, and it’s never too early to prepare for the freezing temperatures, ice and snow. Take the time to make sure you’re safe on slick, icy surfaces to make the most of the wintery months ahead. The
Safe Shoveling: Ergonomics to help prevent snow shoveling injuries Read More
If you’re planning to travel for the holidays, remember to take extra precautions to keep yourself and your family safe. Travel can throw your body out of whack. It’s difficult to maintain regular nutrition, physical activity and sleep routines for
Treat your body well during holiday travel Read More
We all know that regular physical activity is important for our health. As we age, it becomes more and more difficult to stay active and do the things we love. Many of us become inactive due to changes in our
Stay active as you age Read More
Looking for a way to reduce stress, build strength and increase balance and flexibility? Try Tai Chi! Des Moines University Physical Therapy Clinic is offering free Tai Chi classes July 21 and 23 from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the Student
Try out Tai Chi with free classes July 21 and 23 Read More
Sunny days and warm weather draw even infrequent exercisers outside in summertime. Every workout feels harder in the heat, but Iowa’s hot and humid season can make exercise feel overwhelming. Vigorous activity in these conditions can also be dangerous, leading
Keep cool during summer workouts Read More
Get fit in just 30 minutes a day! Improve your health 10 minutes at a time! Those are not slogans from the latest fitness gimmick, but actual recommendations issued by the federal government to help Americans improve their health and
Walk, lift and stretch your way to optimal fitness Read More
Lost your car keys? Forgotten the reason you walked into a room? Don’t fret – you haven’t lost your mind. You just need to fine-tune your brain. An unhealthy brain impacts your memory, causing you to forget that those keys
Mental, physical exercise equally important for brain health Read More
In health care, it’s typically a bad sign when you have patients returning again and again or requesting to come to the clinic more frequently. But that’s the situation the Des Moines University Physical Therapy Clinic finds itself in. For
Physical Therapy Clinic expands popular exercise classes Read More