Improving Mobility and Strength Can Help You Better Manage Your Arthritis
Arthritis is a common ailment that can drastically impact your quality of life and affect you at any age. Individuals who focus on improving their range of motion and follow a […]
How Physical Therapy Can Help With Chronic Headaches
Headaches can have many causes directly tied to other physical ailments which are often ignored and can bring relief when treated. According to said Norwood, owner of Renew Physical Therapy in Seattle, […]
Make Your 2021 Resolutions Stick with the Following Goalsetting Tips
A typical New Year’s resolution is doomed to fail – that is, if you believe in statistics alone. Research shows that around 80 percent of people who make resolutions on the […]
5 Holiday Giving Options Offering Healthful Returns
The Holiday Season is a time for giving, and that includes supporting causes and organizations that make our communities stronger. It’s in this spirit that Seattle physical therapist Erik Norwood shares some holiday giving suggestions […]
5 Ways to Feel Gratitude in the Face of Challenges
November is a month when gratitude takes its place in the spotlight of American culture. Yet, with the challenges our country has faced this year, a popular notion as we […]
Good Hydration Essential for Healthy Healing, Recovery
Every system of the body – every cell of every organ – requires water in order to function properly. On a molecular level, says Seattle physical therapist Erik Norwood, this is why hydration is so essential for […]
See Your PT Annually for Injury Prevention, Early Intervention
We all know that visiting your physician for an annual physical is critical in maintaining long-term health, just as dental exams twice each year helps ensure oral health throughout a lifetime. But […]
The Critical Role of PT After a Long Illness
We still have a lot to learn about the implications of COVID-19 and the long-term effects the virus will have on the health of those still recovering from the illness. […]
At-Home Learning: Don’t Overlook Physical Activity!
As the school year gains momentum during the COVID crisis and more kids and families adjust to various levels of at-home learning, Seattle physical therapist Erik Norwood encourages parents and instructors to not overlook […]
Debunking Common Myths Related to Falls, Fall Prevention
Every September during National Falls Prevention Week (Sept. 21-25, 2020), physical therapists join other medical professions across the country in reminding Americans that falls are not just common among older Americans. They’re often […]
