Uncategorized / Vicki Moitoso
Happy Occupational Therapy (OT) Month!!
April is National Occupational Therapy (OT) month. I love being an OT. Since I am now up in the proverbial Foundry blog rotation it seemed like the perfect opportunity for me to promote my chosen profession. I think the best way to do that is to simply explain what Occupational Therapy is (and does) and why it such a unique profession.
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Physical Therapy / Ortho Rhode Island
Pulled Muscle Injury
A pulled muscle, or strain, occurs when the muscle becomes stretched, or torn. A pulled muscle can be caused by a number of different everyday activities, including sports, or heavy lifting. This type of injury can occur in any muscle, but it is especially common in the back, neck, shoulder, or hamstring. Symptoms of a […]
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ORI Blog / Tanya Quaresma
Getting Back into Running after the Winter
After the long, dark days of winter, it’s no surprise that many runners are ready to get outside and hit the road. While it may be tempting to try to get back to your pre-winter routine right away, doing so may cause injuries that could throw off your whole season. After the winter break, work up to your old running routine safely by taking it slowly. Here are some steps to help you get back into the groove of things.
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