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Dec 24, 2012

Holiday Health Tips for Seniors

According to American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), seniors are considered those 50 years old and older! By this definition, as hard as it is to admit, I am a senior and as one, I offer holiday health tips for seniors. Overindulgence during the holidays causes many seniors make New Year's resolutions related to diet […]

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Dec 17, 2012

Don't Let Snow Shoveling Be a Pain in the Back

I have two big strong sons who are in college in Philadelphia and miss them very much this time of year! While I love winter, I am not very fond of snow removal. Much has been written about the dangers of snow shoveling on your heart. However, while not fatal, low back pain is the […]

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Dec 10, 2012

Make Adjustments for Temperature and Exercise Year-Round

Many people living in Northeastern Pennsylvania exercise outdoors year round. The psychological benefits are many. We live in such a beautiful environment. Each season brings its own beauty: The fresh green spring, the warm summer breezes, the colorful fall leaves, and the silent white blanket of winter snow. However, you may have to make some […]

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Dec 3, 2012

Prevent Ski Injuries: Part 2 of 2

Part 2 of 2 Like many in NEPA, I love winter in great part due to my love for downhill and cross-country skiing. However, with age and wisdom, I have become much more aware of the need for safety through the use of proper equipment, good technique (Part I – Last Week) and preseason conditioning […]

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Nov 26, 2012

Prevent Ski Injuries: Part 1 of 2

Prevention of Ski Injuries Requires Conditioning, Good Judgment, Equipment Checks, And Good Technique! Part 1 of 2     Like many in NEPA, I love winter in great part due to my love for downhill and cross-country skiing. NEPA is home to many great family ski resorts. Although, I don’t remember when the half-way-house was […]

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Nov 19, 2012

Exercise Can Improve Quality of Life for Those With COPD - Part 2 of 2

Exercise Can Improve Quality of Life for Those with COPD Part 2 of 2 November is National Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) month. COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This problem refers to a group of lung diseases that causes […]

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Nov 12, 2012

Lung Disease and Exercise: Part 1 of 2

Part 1 of 2 on Lung Disease and Exercise World COPD Day 2012 is Wednesday November 14th! The purpose of this two part series on lung disease is to raise the level of awareness for the prevention and treatment of this disease. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has become the […]

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Nov 5, 2012

Exercise is Free Medicine

In November our nation celebrates two nostalgic days of remembrance; the birthday of the United States Marine Corps (November 10th) and Veterans Day (November 11th).  Both are designated to remind Americans of the selfless sacrifice that millions of courageous men and women gave of their ‘today’s’ so we could have our ‘tomorrows’.  They purchased our […]

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Oct 29, 2012

Physical Activity & Constipation: Exercise Moves You In the Right Way

While I fully expect to be at the “butt end” of many comments for this column, I feel compelled to address this topic at the request of several patients. It seems that many geriatric physical therapists commonly encounter patients that suffer from constipation which limits their participation in rehabilitation. Ironically, research demonstrates that exercise and […]

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Oct 22, 2012

Knee Arthritis Part 2 of 2: Are You Ready for a New Knee?

Part 2 of 2 I have been advising my patients to exercise, keep active and walk as long as they can in order to stay mobile and healthy. However, seniors often tell me activities that require prolonged weight bearing or walking are limited by knee pain from arthritis. Six years ago, I discussed this topic […]

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