Whiplash V. Whiplash Associated Disorder
The term soon began to be utilized as a condition rather than the force itself. The term Whiplash Associated Disorder (WAD) encompasses the collective symptoms that affect the head and neck after a Whiplash injury. So, Whiplash is a force whereas WAD is termed to describe the conditions and presentation of the injury.Any delays in […]
How does physical therapy help with neck pain after an accident?
Injuries to the neck region (cervical spine) have been deeply studied for several decades by many researchers in healthcare. Pain in the neck is often described as “Whiplash” which was first coined by Harold Crowe in 1928. The term has since then evolved with more advancements in the field of diagnostic imaging, treatments, and rehabilitation. […]
Bitter Fall Facts
Advance Therapy is actively campaigning to educate seniors of Fall Risk and what they can do to minimize their risk of suffering a fall. Why do Seniors Fall? According to the CDC around 800,000 seniors are hospitalized annually due to fall-related injuries. Falls can affect a person’s quality and quantity of life as well as […]
The Benefits of Aquatic Therapy
Aquatic therapy is a form of physical therapy that is significantly less stressful on the joints. This therapy is typically done in a pool heated anywhere from 86 F degrees F to 95 degrees F. These conditions create an ideal environment for patients to work on their injuries in a low intensity way. There are […]