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5 Ways Physical Therapy Can Help to Address Arthritis
Arthritis is a common condition that causes pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints. According to the CDC, arthritis affects more than 54 million adults in the United States. That makes it one of the leading causes of disability.
But there is hope for people with arthritis. Physical therapy is a proven and effective treatment to manage symptoms, improve function, and enhance quality of life. Physical therapists are licensed professionals who evaluate and treat conditions that limit the bo...
Posted on 2023-10-18
5+ Conditions We Are Treating at Therafit This Fall
Fall is in full force here in New England. That means crisp mornings, changing leaves, a buzzing UMASS Lowell Campus; football, soccer and hockey in full force. It also means busy days here at Therafit Physical Therapy, where we strive to help our patients feel their best.
We have been providing orthopedic and sports injury care throughout the seasons since 1985, with physical therapy staff experienced in all aspects of orthopedic and sports injury care.
Here are just a few of the is...
Posted on 2023-09-20
Therafit: Best Physical Therapy, Lowell Sun, Best Awards
Thank you to everyone who voted Therafit Physical Therapy for Best Physical Therapy in The Lowell Sun’s 2023 Best Awards.
Every year at this time, The Sun highlights the best of the Lowell region with its annual tribute to the area’s finest. Readers weigh in by voting on the winner for each category. The winners are recognized and featured in a special issue, this year on Sunday, August 6th.
Thank you to all of our employees and patients.
Learn more about the award...
Posted on 2023-08-09
6 Ways Physical Therapy Can Help People with Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement, balance, posture, and coordination. It can also cause non-motor symptoms such as pain, fatigue, mood changes and cognitive impairment. While there is no cure for PD, there are treatments that can help manage the symptoms and improve the quality of life of people living with PD.
Physical therapy is one of these treatments. PT can help restore or maintain physical function, mobility, and independence. P...
Posted on 2023-07-24
Benefits of Physical Therapy After a Stroke
A stroke is a serious medical condition that occurs when the blood supply to a part of the brain is interrupted. It can cause a variety of symptoms like weakness, paralysis, speech difficulties, memory loss, cognitive problems and emotional changes.
Physical therapy is an important part of recovery from a stroke. Physical therapy aims to help stroke survivors regain functional mobility and independence. It can help stroke survivors stimulate damaged nerves and muscles, promote circulation to af...
Posted on 2023-06-20
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