The POWER of EMPOWERMENT

Don’t underestimate the vital role that EMPOWERMENT plays, not only in rehabilitation but also in our lives. Patient empowerment is directly linked to the best outcomes. A herniated disc with sciatica to the foot has traditionally resulted in weeks of disability and high medical costs. When a patient is provided education on the cause and effect…

Why does my back feel stiff?

Do you have back stiffness or trouble getting out of a chair? Do you have trouble straightening up after prolonged sitting? Do you have to take a couple of steps to loosen up before you can stand up straight? The stiffness you feel is from a loss of motion.  It is a warning sign for…

Inside Look at the Patients We Treat: Neck Pain

Sally had neck pain for 2 months, but with her busy schedule as a corporate executive and mom to two small children, she had no time for herself. A co-worker told her about Virtual Physical Therapists, so at lunch time she downloaded the app and was connected to a specialized physical therapist with a certification…