Living with diabetes and venous insufficiency can be challenging. Managing both conditions requires knowledge and understanding, as well as the right medical and lifestyle interventions. In this article, we will provide a physical therapist's guide to diabetes and venous insufficiency, including the risk factors, warning signs, and how physical therapy can help. Read on to [...]
Unlocking the Secrets of Rehabilitation: A PT's Perspective -- Michael McKindley, DPT Sciatica can be like a runny nose – annoying, persistent, and hard to ignore. It can also be the symptom of something else. But just like a runny nose, it's not enough to just treat the symptoms. To truly get to the [...]
We are pleased to provide this guest blog post from dual board-certified pediatric and sports medicine specialist Dr. Chris Koutures of Active Kid MD and based in Anaheim. He is a general pediatric and sports medicine specialist who is dedicated to enhancing the health and knowledge of patients and their families in Orange County, California. [...]
March 2023 Newsletter Spring has finally sprung and the much needed rain looks like it is ending. We hope you found the time to keep moving while indoors. If not, as you hopefully restart or even begin an exercise program, make sure to warmup, stretch, and go slow to start. If you need some [...]
Shoulder pain in baseball players is common and can lead to long-term injuries, but don't worry there are steps you can take to help reduce and prevent shoulder injuries. Shoulder pain is a common ailment among baseball players, particularly pitchers and catchers who frequently engage in overhead throwing motions. Ignoring shoulder pain can [...]
Low back pain is a very common reason for people to seek medical care. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, low back pain is one of the most common reasons for doctor visits, second only to respiratory infections. It is estimated that approximately 80% of adults will experience low back pain at some [...]
University of California Irvine Graduate Specializes in Dance Injury Prevention and Rehab in Irvine/Lake Forest Clinic Anna Reiser, PT, DPT, who earned a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the nationally-ranked Northern Arizona University program returns home to join the staff at Progressive Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation in Irvine. “We are excited to welcome [...]
Rachel's Expertise Includes Aquatic Sports and Expands Performance Artists Rehab to Include Synchronized Swimming and Gymnastics Rachel Rosolowski, PT, DPT, who earned a Doctorate of Physical Therapy at California State University at Long Beach, has joined the staff at Progressive Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation in Costa Mesa. “We are delighted to welcome Rachel to [...]
September is #PainAwareness Month At Progressive PT and Rehabilitation, every day is pain awareness day for us and our patients. If you have failed PT elsewhere we invite you to give us a try and experience the Progressive PT difference. Have you exhausted all your conventional treatment options including? Medications Injections Failed Surgery Non Surgical [...]
Yes You Can at 91 An inspiring story of Dolores, 91 years old, and her rehab journey from a hip fracture and surgery. Told by the doctors that most people with her injury and at her age will be wheelchair bound or at best, having to use a walker for the rest of her life, Dolores [...]
