Diastasis Recti (DR)? Suffering from Diastasis Recti? Diastasis Recti (DR) is a separation of the abdominal wall. The linea alba is a thick connective tissue that runs down the midline of the abdomen. This is the area that usually darkens during pregnancy. With constant pressure, the linea alba may thin out and [...]
RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation) Hi, I am a physical therapist and I have seen many individuals after an injury. Yes, there is swelling pain and movement compensation. RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation) may be the first line of treatment to reduce pain after ruling out a more serious injury [...]
Canton Physical Therapy Has Moved To: 141 Dowd Avenue, Canton, CT, 06019 Greetings from Canton Physical Therapy We are pleased to announce that we are moving our physical therapy office to a newly renovated space located at 141 Dowd Avenue in Canton. We are accepting new patients and welcoming our current patients [...]
Insurance and Direct Access Insurance premiums and deductible are increasing but, yet life goes on and injuries occur. How can you minimize what you spend on your health? Physical therapy is one of those services that require multiple visits per week to insure a good outcome. Copays have increased to anywhere from $30 [...]
Learn About Sports Injury Prevention Here Are Our Sports Medicine Programs Cura Centers Canton Center: 1.860.693.6226 Winsted Center: 1.860.738.5810 Torrington Center: 1.860.482.4888 Come and see one of our experts for a Free Consultation and let us identify the areas that are at risk for injury. [...]
WHY SITTING IS BAD FOR YOU TED-Ed | Lesson by Murat Dalkilinç Animation by Oxbow Creative Published on Mar 5, 2015 THE HIDDEN RISKS OF SITTING Did You Know That A Sedentary Lifestyle Can Put You At Risk For Back Pain? Pinterest: The Hidden Risks [...]
Welcome to Cura Centers New name but the same service and philosophy. Our offices are now consolidated under a brand that describes how we treat. Cura means “care” and we are committed to offering you the best. Let us know how you like our new look! Our Physical Therapy Centers In CT [...]
Repetitive Activity Low Impact Activities Repetitive activity, from low impact activities (e.g., quilting) to high impact activities (e.g., lifting heavy items at work or home) can put unnecessary strain on the body. This can cause the muscles in the shoulder, specifically the rotator cuff, to become strained. Physical therapy can help correct [...]
Had A Recent Fall Or Feel Generally Unstable? As we get older, our vision deteriorates and our muscles begin to atrophy due to disuse and our flexibility diminishes. These factors negatively impact our balance. Physical therapy can help by working on your strength and flexibility, improving the way you walk and challenging [...]
Neck Pain And / Or Headaches Physical therapy can help. Often times, neck pain and headaches are due to poor posture and muscular imbalance, often due to shortened muscles in the front of the body and upper neck muscles and lengthened muscles in the back. If you can improve this imbalance and [...]
