Therapydia Burlingame

05/25/2022

The ability to be mobile and stay active is important for people with Parkinson’s disease.

Physical therapy is meant to help you move better for as long as possible and can even help improve or hold the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease at bay.

Education with an expert physical therapist can make a difference in your experience with Parkinson’s disease, and we are dedicated to helping improve your quality of life.

Schedule an evaluation with a physical therapist to receive one-on-one care and a plan of treatment to best help you.

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05/24/2022

A great testimonial from LK: 'Kind, patience and the ability to make sure I'm doing the exercise correctly. No issues!'

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05/24/2022

A great testimonial from VM: 'Marianne is very professional, knowledgeable and clear-spoken when examining the patient, determining weak spots and demonstrating correct exercises to alleviate pain. The front desk is quite courteous and accommodating in setting up dates and times that are convenient to the patient.'

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05/23/2022

In addition to the medications used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, it’s common to include physical therapy into your treatment plan.

The goal of physical therapy is to assist the patient in reducing the severity of their symptoms and live a more independent life.

Some of the ways physical therapists can help patients with Parkinson’s are:

- Manual therapy and massage to decrease pain and muscle stiffness
- Stretching to improve joint and muscle range of motion to improve quality and control of motion
- Gait training to improve gait technique and reduce the common shuffling pattern
- Balance training to improve safety during activities such as walking outside or navigating through crowds

Our physical therapists will develop an individualized treatment plan that can help reduce muscle stiffness and improve mobility, posture, balance, and gait.

05/19/2022

Did you know BPPV is the most common cause for the sudden onset of vertigo/dizziness?

This is due to “crystals” in the canal that are causing symptoms when you move or change positions.

Physical therapy can help resolve your vertigo BUT did you know that it is common to have dizziness after the “crystals” are gone?

Residual dizziness feels like a different form of dizziness and can also be resolved with the help of a vestibular specialized PT!

05/17/2022

Do you have episodes of dizziness that comes and goes?

Does your dizziness fluctuate and last for several days to weeks?

Is your dizziness debilitating?

You may have what we call “vestibular migraines”. You do not need to have a headache or migraine symptoms as it can just present as dizziness.

A vestibular specialized PT can help with this diagnosis as well as help reduce your dizziness/episodes!

05/11/2022

"What types of exercises will I learn during Vestibular rehabilitation physical therapy?"
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A common feeling of dizziness, imbalance, or vertigo can be relieved with the help of physical therapy.

Exercises can include:
Vision stability training
Posture training
Stretching and strengthening exercises
Walking exercises
Neck mobility
Ergonomic training

Often, PT exercises and rehabilitation are the only treatment needed to significantly decrease Vestibular symptoms.

No two treatment plans are exactly the same, so working one-on-one with a physical therapist can be very helpful during your road to recovery.

Speak with a physical therapist today to learn more about Vestibular rehabilitation.
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05/09/2022

Did you know Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, otherwise known as TMD, affects over 10 million Americans?
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TMD may result from trauma, postural issues, or dental issues associated with myofascial pain, internal arrangement of the joint, or arthritis and often feels like locking, catching, or stiffness in the jaw.

Your physical therapist will recommend several different modalities to help ease pain, lessen daily stress on the jaw and regain normal jaw movement.

Curious if physical therapy can help relieve your TMD pain? Give us a call or schedule an appointment by clicking the link.
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05/05/2022

A great testimonial from A. Listmann: 'Therapist: I have been so very satisfied with the treatment I’ve been receiving, especially the open communication where I can ask questions regarding why my knee acts the way it does and why I feel the way I do regarding progress and receive detailed and comprehensive explanations. The exercises and treatment have vastly contributed to my increasing functionality.
Office Staff: Communication is excellent, interaction is warm and friendly and paperwork + billing is efficient and timely.
I have found the therapy here to be the best I have ever experienced. The one-on-one sessions in a comfortable setting is appreciated and valued. I would recommend Therapydia Burlingame to anyone who is serious about regaining or improving their functionality.'

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05/04/2022

Another way to improve function after an ankle sprain is to do a four-way ankle exercise using a stretch band.

Working with a physical therapist can help to quicken your recovery time and prevent re-injury to the ankle.

Contact us to set up an appointment today!
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05/03/2022

What's a high ankle sprain, and how do you heal the injury? If you're an athlete who plays football, basketball, wrestling, tennis, ice hockey, skiing, or soccer you may be more susceptible to this type of sprain while on the field.
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05/02/2022

After an ankle sprain, you might notice an increased range of motion.

One way to improve this is by practicing an ankle driver exercise by using an elevated surface to help you (see video).

Try doing 10-15 reps for 2-3 sets giving your body time to adjust and improve range of motion.

Speak with a physical therapist today to learn more about strengthening and rehab exercises specific to your ankle sprain.
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