by Impact Physical Therapy of Hillsboro | Dec 3, 2018 | Injury Prevention
Digging out boxes of holiday decorations, hauling packages to and from the car, hiding gifts away on the higher shelves at the back of your closet … the Holiday Season certainly requires its fair share of bending, lifting and reaching. This, coupled with the cooler...
by Impact Physical Therapy of Hillsboro | Nov 1, 2018 | Aging & Active
To the 43 million Americans who have low bone density, putting them at high risk of osteoporosis, Hillsboro physical therapist Nancy Causton has an important message: exercise is good medicine. But not just any exercise – weight-bearing, muscle-strengthening exercise....
by Impact Physical Therapy of Hillsboro | Oct 4, 2018 | Healthy Living
While the profession of physical therapy is often characterized under the generalized label “rehabilitation,” Hillsboro physical therapist Laura Perry is eager to create a wider narrative – one that focuses on physical therapy’s overall ability to change lives...
by Impact Physical Therapy of Hillsboro | Sep 4, 2018 | Healthy Living, Injury Prevention, Pain Relief
While drinking plenty of water is critical to life, health and healing, simply submerging your body in water (i.e., a pool) opens up opportunities for relief and fitness for those who otherwise may have difficulty exercising. This is especially important for...
by Impact Physical Therapy of Hillsboro | Aug 3, 2018 | Injury Prevention, Pain Relief, Sports
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), high school athletes account for about 2 million injuries and around a half-million doctor visits each year. But few of these injuries, says Hillsboro physical therapist Nancy Causton,...
by Impact Physical Therapy of Hillsboro | Jul 2, 2018 | Healthy Living
It turns out our furry friends have more to offer us than companionship and unconditional love. According to Hillsboro physical therapist Laura Perry, multiple studies show that dog owners are generally healthier and more likely to meet national fitness...
by Impact Physical Therapy of Hillsboro | Jun 1, 2018 | Back Pain, Pain Relief
Shoulder pain in older adults often appears suddenly, as if caused by a sudden trauma or injury. But for many, says Hillsboro physical therapist Nancy Causton shoulder injuries are often the result of musculoskeletal conditions directly associated with aging and, more...
by Impact Physical Therapy of Hillsboro | Apr 27, 2018 | Healthy Living, Sports
With child obesity still an epidemic in the U.S. and reams of research showing both the immediate and long-term benefits of youth exercise, it’s the duty of parents today to make movement and activity a part of kids’ lifestyles, says Hillsboro physical therapist Kent...
by Impact Physical Therapy of Hillsboro | Mar 30, 2018 | Balance
During a time when the U.S. is so focused on reducing the cost of overall medical expenses, Hillsboro physical therapist Nancy Causton shared a staggering number that, according to medical professionals, could be significantly reduced through preventative care: $67.7...
by Impact Physical Therapy of Hillsboro | Mar 2, 2018 | Keeping Kids in the Game
In an era of specialization in sports involving athletes of all ages, Hillsboro physical therapist Kent Bond joins most medical experts in agreeing that young athletes generally remain mentally and physically healthier, achieve greater...
