Creating an Organization with Comprehensive Commitment to Wellness Our corporate clients and prospective clients have something in common. They’re all committed to improving their organization’s understanding about their true passion for providing a balanced approach to life. Sure, insurance costs are on the rise and companies...
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Factors Associated with Computer Related Pains If you or someone you know is facing challenges or pain associated with excessive time on the computer, you are in luck. New technology always brings new challenges. While computers are certainly not new at this point, the knowledge of how to use them correctly without creating unnecessary...
Read moreThe joys of pregnancy and being a new mother are undeniably endless. It is a special time that should be appreciated and relished. Unfortunately, many moms and moms-to-be have a difficult time enjoying their belly and/or baby grow because of back pain. It is estimated that 84% of women experience back pain at some point
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According to the Mayo Clinic, roughly 3 million people in the U.S. are affected with back pain. It is a very common complaint amongst not only older adults, but also with working professionals and younger population. Evidence in research shows that most people with acute low back pain regain mobility quickly within the first 2-4
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stiff neck | neck pain | Adult Torticollis So, you awoke to excruciating neck pain and you are barely able to turn your head in any direction without pain. Don’t freak out, this is your body’s natural defense mechanism to let you know something is not right and your body is protecting itself. Although this
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Happy Women’s History Month! To honor Women’s History Month, BreakThrough would like to take this opportunity to honor one of the first-ever female physical therapists, Mary McMillan, that paved the way for many female physical therapists from around the world. Who is Mary McMillan? Why was she (and still is) such a huge...
Read more Are you having issues with incontinence or pelvic dysfunction? Are you male or female genetically? This article emphasizes the importance of adapting a multi-disciplinary approach by healthcare professionals, especially by initial healthcare providers such as Nurse practitioner (NP) , PCP, urologist, gynecologist and obstetrician. NP...
Read more Postural Restoration – A Novel Way to Treat IT Band Tightness The IlioTibial Band (ITB) is a thick band of connective tissue that runs down from the hip joint to the knee joint. Most commonly, runners complain of pain in either their hip or knee due to ITB tightness. Foam rolling and ITB stretches have
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