Alzheimer’s disease (AD) accounts for 80% of reported dementia in the geriatric population globally (Gill & Mahdi, 2014). Thanks to the research of Dr. Alois Alzheimer and other neuropathologists, it has been commonly accepted that the accumulation of amyloid plaques (Aβ) and neurofibrillary tangles (NFTs) are responsible for the onset of AD. As these plaques
It’s all about your rotator cuff strength! Rock climbing is quickly becoming more popular as a sport, with indoor climbing gyms making it more accessible than ever.
WHAT TYPES OF STRETCHING ARE THERE? Dynamic stretching is a form of stretching to improve mobility while moving through a range-of- motion. It usually is done in a manner that looks like the activity or sport waiting to be performed.
As we age, the density of our bones steadily decreases. How many elderly people do you know who have suffered a major bone break from a fall? In the field of physical therapy, we see it more often than we want to.
The best way to practice mindfulness is in a quiet, safe, place seated upright with your eyes closed.
You may already be eating healthy and exercising, but do you cultivate health in your mind?
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