Researchers from the Department of Health Science of the Hiroshima Institute of Technology in Japan have developed a novel breathing support system for kinesitherapy. The system is wireless, employing Bluetooth technology. Aside from the Bluetooth module, the system also includes an optical sensor, an accelerator, a microcontroller, and a laptop computer.

Degenerative disc disease is a gradual deterioration of the structure and function of the “discs” between vertebrae (spine bones). These discs become thin and dehydrated, which decrease their ability to absorb shock (normal wear and tear). In addition…

Osteoporosis is often called the “silent thief” because bone loss occurs without symptoms. And since November is Osteoporosis awareness month, we felt PT Health should do its part to help get the word out about a condition that affects so many of us. Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone mass and deterioration of bone tissue which leads to…

It’s obvious arthritis affects so many of us. But what causes osteoarthritis? Let’s try and sum it up this way… Osteoarthritis (also known as OA, and degenerative joint disease) is a…

The former first lady fell last week at her home. Mrs. Reagan has now started a physiotherapy care plan and has an expected recovery time of… Learn more about how physiotherapy is helping her to recover…

Your shoulder joint is a very mobile structure which is made of a ‘ball and socket’ joint with four muscles and their tendons called the rotator cuff. The rotator cuff is surrounded by an empty sac, or bursa, which helps the tendons slide as your arm is moved around. The whole shoulder is surrounded by strong muscles like the deltoid, pectoralis major and trapezius. Shoulder pain occurs when these components stop functioning properly. Let’s take a closer look…

Cancer Rehab Inc. assists people who undergo treatment for cancer that experience residual physical impairments such as generalized weakness, orthopedic problems and lymphedema. Until recently there has been nothing in the community to support the impairments of these individuals. Read this full article…