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Exercise / Cindy Napier

PERIODIZATION TRAINING

One way to ensure optimal gains in conditioning, strength and power is to periodize a strength training program. Periodization involves dividing the training process into specific phases. In order to do this, we can modulate variables such as volume (sets and number of repetitions) as well as the intensity within each phase of the training cycle. There are several …..

Physical Therapy / Kyle Anderson

JUST PUT SOME TAPE ON IT!

The use of K tape in the rehabilitation setting is widely accepted as an effective tool to decrease pain, inhibit/facilitate muscles, and provide lymphatic drainage. K taping is frequently seen in all levels of sports including college, professional, and the Olympics. It is extremely versatile in its application and can be used on all parts of the body.

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Physical Therapy / Dr. Anthony Deluise

JUST PUT SOME TAPE ON IT

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Exercise / Amanda McKenna

The Low Down on Squats

Squats are a great way to improve strength through not only your legs but through your entire body. Squats build functional strength that we use every day such as getting out of the car, climbing stairs or picking something off the floor. Posture and flexibility will also be improved with this exercise, potentially limiting the risk for future injury

Exercise / Dr. Anthony Deluise

How Physical is Curling?

Is curling the most strenuous or physically demanding sport? Admittedly, no it is not. But it does take flexibility, balance, coordination, cardiovascular fitness, and mental focus to be any good at it. If you are interested in trying the sport of……

Hand Therapy / Dr. Anthony Deluise

April is Occupation Therapy Month!!!!!

There are many common responses when asked “What is Occupational Therapy? Or “What does an Occupational Therapist do?” Most people believe that occupational therapy or a therapist will help them find a job. That is not the case. Occupation is usually always thought of as…..

Ankle & Foot / Casey Ashby

Living with Arthritis Pain Seminar: Key Takeaways

With an estimated 31 million Americans suffering from osteoarthritis, it’s no surprise Ortho Rhode Island’s recent Living with Arthritis Pain seminar at the Warwick Library was well-attended. Casey Ashby, OT, an Ortho Rhode Island Occupational Therapist shared her expertise, offered tips to reduce pain and taught new strategies for accomplishing activities of daily living. As […]

Exercise / Dr. J. Winslow Alford

“Viscoelasticity” ?! It’s a stretch…

Proper flexibility of joints, muscle and tendons supporting the joints not only to make the joint more efficient in its performance, but also to produce more balanced joint mechanics which can help preserve the joint and prevent long term deterioration and wear. A key feature of successful stretching is not only when to stretch but how the stretching should occur.

Healthcare / Dr. Jeffrey Kozlik

Physical Therapy: An Alternative to Opioid Use

There has not been a significant change in the amount of pain that Americans report, yet sales of prescription opioids have quadrupled in the United States. (6) So when should you consider physical therapy as an option for pain management over prescription opioids? First, when the risks outweigh the rewards. Opioid use comes with side effects……

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