Individuals who have fractured their scaphoid bone may experience pain and swelling in the wrist just below the thumb. Can immobilization with a cast and…
Can individuals experiencing difficulty with functional mobility benefit from physical therapy to help them return to normal activities? Outcome Measurement Tests Outcome measurement tests assess…
Individuals who have been injured or ill or have a chronic disability may be having difficulty performing everyday activities. Can recreation therapy help rehabilitate injuries…
Incorrect manual handling and lifting is a leading cause of workplace injuries. Can health and safety training help reduce injuries and lost workdays? Correct Manual…
Elbow pain from lifting is a common symptom among individuals who lift weights, heavy objects, children, grocery bags, etc. Depending on the underlying cause, can…
Individuals who sit in an office chair for a long period naturally tend to slouch over or slouch down into the chair. This posture can…
For individuals who are feeling back pain, neck pain, or shoulder pain, can using postural techniques help decrease pain and develop strategies to maintain correct…
Can learning about comminuted fracture symptoms and repair help individuals and healthcare providers develop effective treatment and rehabilitation programs? Comminuted Fractures A comminuted fracture is…
“During a fall, individuals tend to automatically outstretch their hands to help break a fall, which can slam onto the ground, causing a falling onto…
“Individuals may not realize they have a cracked rib until symptoms like pain when taking in a deep breath begin to present. Can knowing the…
“A dislocated elbow is a common injury in adults and children and often happens in tandem with bone fractures and nerve and tissue damage. Can…
Massage guns can help relieve aching muscles and prevent soreness when used before and after physical activity, work, school, and exercise. They provide massage therapy…
Overexertion and repetitive stress injuries make up a fourth of all work injuries. Repetitive pulling, lifting, punching in numbers, typing, pushing, holding, carrying, and scanning are…
Introduction Many people in the workplace suffer from back pain, which can limit and affect their ability to function and lead to a lifetime of discomfort…
Slip and fall accidents are among the most common causes of workplace/job injuries and can happen anywhere. Work areas can have all kinds of slipping…
Forklifts, also known as lift trucks, are used for loading, unloading, and transporting various goods and materials in construction, shipping, and retail industries. They are…
Restaurant work takes a toll on the body with the repetitive moving, bending, twisting, reaching, prepping, cutting, serving, and washing. This is especially true of…