March Madness is a thrilling time for basketball fans everywhere, but it can also be a dangerous time for players. Each year, teams of athletes compete for the championship, often pushing their bodies to the limit. Unfortunately, this can lead to serious basketball injuries. While some injuries can be debilitating and even career-ending, some can be prevented and heal quickly with the right treatment. Physical therapy, for example, can be great for injury rehab - our team at EW Motion Therapy focuses on sport-specific programming to get our athletes back in the game. Even if you decide our services do not fit your needs, we still want to discuss the top 5 basketball injuries related to March Madness and how to prevent them.

Physical therapists are healthcare professionals who work with patients to improve their physical function and mobility. They help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities to regain movement, manage pain, and improve their overall quality of life. But the word “therapist” is in their job title for a reason: an element of personal connection is involved in the profession. To be a successful physical therapist, one must possess several key personality traits. Our physical therapists at EW Motion Therapy prioritize patient connections, especially in their evaluation, so our patients feel seen and heard from day one. Even if you decide our services do not fit your needs, read on for our discussion of the top 8 personality characteristics a physical therapist needs to have.

Regarding physical therapy, there are many types of care. Two important subtypes are home health physical therapy and outpatient physical therapy. Both types of physical therapy can help you manage and treat injuries and improve strength and flexibility. But the differences between home health and outpatient physical therapy may be significant when deciding which type is right for you. At EW Motion Therapy, we love seeing patients in our outpatient clinics and helping them return to their favorite activities. Even if you decide our services do not fit your needs, read on for a closer look at home health physical therapy and outpatient physical therapy to help you understand the differences between them and make an informed decision.

Arthritis is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide and is characterized by joint pain and inflammation. There are two main types of arthritis in adults, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoarthritis. We see arthritis patients at EW Motion Therapy, and we help them manage pain, improve mobility, and strengthen their joints so they can move about their day as needed. Even if you decide our services are not a good fit for you, we still want to explore the differences between these two conditions, their symptoms, and how physical therapy can help.

Figuring out the terms in your insurance plan can seem like reading a foreign language, especially health insurance. However, it is essential to understand what the terms mean so you can have a reasonable estimate of your out-of-pocket costs for different services. Two terms you may have seen are deductible and co-pay - what do they mean, and how do they affect your total cost?

Every parent wants their child to succeed in whatever they want to do. If their child is expressing a desire to try something new, like a new sport or after-school activity, most parents will try to find a way to help their child pursue that interest. However, some sports can cause injuries, especially contact sports like soccer or football. Also, some children are born with medical conditions that can make trying new things more difficult, like new sports or physical activities. For those kids, simply learning to walk without assistance can be difficult. So what can parents do to help?

You might have heard about concussions in sports news, specifically within the NFL. Football players incur many head injuries due to the nature of their sport, and concussion protocols have been significantly improved in recent years to ensure players get the treatment they need as quickly as possible, including changes to helmet design. But football is not the only sport with a risk of head injuries - cheerleading, gymnastics, and many other sports have an inherent risk of concussions. You do not have to be an athlete to be at risk for a concussion; falls and car accidents can also cause them. So what do you do if you or someone you know gets a concussion? What is the treatment protocol?

Every single cartwheel, back handspring, or split a gymnast performs relies on the flexibility and strength of their hip joints. Think about it: each bend or stretch can push the joint to the end of its range of motion, and with the amount of bending and stretching a gymnast does each practice, the joint can become stressed. So how do you ensure that your hips continue to stay healthy and withstand the impact of your skills?

Figuring out the terms in your insurance plan can seem like reading a foreign language, especially health insurance. However, it is essential to understand what the terms mean so you can have a reasonable estimate of your out-of-pocket costs for different services. Two terms you may have seen are co-insurance and co-pay - what do they mean, and how do they affect your total cost?

In, out. Lungs fill up with air, and lungs compress. Breath is the most natural thing in the world, and most people may never think about it, but it is essential to life. But you may not realize that breathing is more than taking oxygen in and exhaling carbon dioxide out - how you breathe can be correlated to many components of your overall health. So how do you breathe properly? And what are some breathing habits you should avoid?