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How Serious Are Soft Tissue Injuries?
Soft tissue injuries occur when the body’s muscles, tendons or ligaments experience a degree of trauma. Oftentimes, these injuries happen suddenly – for instance, stepping too sharply and spraining an ankle – or may occur gradually as a result of overuse. Many people experience soft tissue injuries when they don’t let their muscles fully recover…
How to Deal with the “Quarantine 15” Weight Gain
For many people sheltering in place since late March, the “Quarantine 15” has become a reality. This weight gain differs from the “Freshman 15”, similarly named for college students who put on weight in their first year. The Quarantine 15 was likely a result of sudden lifestyle changes. You may have become less active with…
Integrated Rehab Opens New Clinic In Outpatient Surgery Center
The team at Integrated Rehabilitation Services has proudly served communities across Connecticut for over 19 years. It has been an honor to provide highly skilled physical therapy to patients recovering from injury, surgery or managing chronic health conditions for nearly two decades. Due to our strong reputation in the community and with local doctors, we…
How to Avoid Common Summer Sports Injuries
The weather is getting warmer and many of us plan on spending more active time outside. Rather than jumping back into bike riding, hiking or playing summer sports, make sure your body is prepared to prevent injuries that could cut your season short. Repetitive Motion Back Injuries Activities like swimming and cycling involve a series…
Physical Fitness Correlates With Improved Teen Concentration
Physical activity has long been a part of both preschool and elementary school days, be it through recess or gym class. By high school, these aspects are greatly diminished or outright disappear. Gym class may be offered as an elective, teens are not required to participate in after-school sports and recess officially ends. A study…