Introduction Gait training is a physical therapy method that enhances walking patterns and mobility. It is frequently used to assist persons who are recovering from injuries or surgeries, or who have disorders that limit their ability to walk. Your physical therapist will design a series of exercises called gait training to improve your walking. Enhancing…
Introduction Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a scientifically proven, evidence-based psychotherapy developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan in the late 1980s. Originally designed to treat individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD), DBT has since been adapted to address a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). However, patients with…
What is an Isotonic Exercise? Isotonic exercise is a type of physical activity in which muscles contract and expand throughout their range of motion. Isotonic workouts need the muscles engaged in the activity to operate against continual resistance, often given by free weights, weight machines, or one’s body weight. The purpose is to produce muscular…
What is a Music Therapy? The potent therapeutic properties of music enhance a person’s well-being. It is an alternative to conventional forms of therapy, like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or counseling. To encourage positive changes in their client’s general mood and mental state, music therapists use their clients’ associations and reactions to music. Playing an…
What is an ELDOA Method? The ELDOA Method (Étirements Longitudinaux avec Decoaptation OstéoArticulaire) is a specialized form of exercise developed by French osteopath Dr. Guy Voyer. This method focuses on creating space within the joints, particularly the spine, through precise postural exercises. The Étirements Longitudinaux avec Decoaptation Osteo-Articulaire (ELDOA) method, dubbed Longitudinal Osteo-Articular Decoaptation Stretching…
Introduction Radiation therapy (Radiotherapy) is a medical treatment that uses high doses of radiation to destroy cancer cells. It is one of the most common treatments for cancer and can be used alone or in combination with other treatments like surgery and chemotherapy. This technique proposes to help eliminate or prevent the growth of malignant…
Spinal Decompression: What Is It? Spinal decompression therapy is used to relieve pressure on the spinal discs and nerves. It involves gently stretching the spine, which creates negative pressure within the discs, allowing bulging or herniated discs to retract and promoting the flow of oxygen, water, and nutrient-rich fluids into the discs. This process can…
Overview Rehabilitation is a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary approach designed to help individuals recover from physical injuries, illnesses, or surgeries and improve their functional abilities and quality of life. There is a great deal of worry about rehabilitation worldwide. Additionally, according to current data, 2.41 billion people globally, or one in three people, require rehabilitation assistance throughout…
What is a Trigger Point Injections? Trigger point injections are a specialized medical treatment aimed at relieving pain and discomfort associated with muscle knots, commonly known as trigger points. These are hyperirritable spots within a muscle that can cause localized pain or refer pain to other areas of the body. Trigger point injections involve the…
What is ECT? Electroconvulsive treatment (ECT) is a method used to treat severe symptoms of some mental health issues. To induce of detailed seizure, an electric current is applied to the brain. ECT is performed under general anesthesia, ensuring the patient is not conscious during the procedure. What can ECT treat? Physicians are advised by the National Institute…
