The HARTZ PT Blog

Arthritis is a buzz word coined for joint pain, however rarely is a difference delineated between the two different types of arthritis: Osteoarthritis and Systemic Arthritis. These forms of arthritis stem from different causes and are treated with different approaches.

As a parent, one of our primary concerns is keeping our kids healthy and happy. Surprisingly, there are a few common kid-behaviors that we as parents may often see our kids doing, without even realizing the potential danger.

Unfortunately, during the holidays, we often put aside taking care of ourselves, just like we put aside the fruitcake! Here are three holiday stressors that can be reduced by physical therapy.

Have you ever noticed that grandma or grandpa seem to lose inches as they age and sometimes may seem to have a rounded upper back? Some of this is just the natural aging process, but there are things we can do now to prevent and correct this curving of the spine before it’s too late.

Patellar Femoral Pain Syndrome, otherwise known as PFPS, is common in adolescent athletes especially those who participate in sports year-round.

Yes, I know what you’re thinking, I am blogging about plogging. Well if that rhyme doesn’t convince you of the merits of this new trend, keep reading.

Different industries have different shortcomings and physical therapy care is no different. Here are three key checkpoints to make sure that you are getting the care you deserve at your rehab facility.

For most of us, spring and summer is the time of year when the weeds in our yard start calling! When the weeds go crazy, we might feel overwhelmed and want to do it all in one weekend, however, overdoing it can often mean an increase in aches and pains, especially back pain.

When it comes to your bone health, osteoporosis is a chief concern to wrecking your source of stability. Here are key lifestyle changes that will reduce your risk for fractures, as well as a quick peek at the disease process itself.