April marks the beginning of Occupational Therapy (OT) month, providing the perfect time to debunk a few myths about OT treatments and services that have developed overtime. Have you ever believed any of the following misconceptions about an occupational...
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Daily living throws a lot our way that takes a toll on our bodies over time. From sprained ankles to pulled muscles and headaches, when it comes to treating these aches and pains, many of us wonder which is better, ice or heat? That all depends on what type...
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You don’t need to be an athlete or recovering from joint replacement surgery to take advantage of the benefits of physical therapy. Physical therapy is very beneficial not just as a treatment, but in preventative care as well. What is Preventative Physical...
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If you’ve suffered from a bad injury or endure chronic pain, you might be referred to a physical therapist or physiatrist. If your physician recommends both, you may be wondering: what’s the difference? Why do I need to see two specialists for the same...
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If you’re considering orthopaedic surgery, you might wonder how long recovery may take. The length of rehabilitation varies from person to person, but almost always begins immediately after surgery. Following the procedure, your orthopaedic surgeon will...
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Our outpatient physical therapy services recently created a conservative approach to treating neck and back pain with the goal to reduce suffering and disability, while allowing people to return to the lifestyle they enjoy. The Catholic Health Outpatient...
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From an afternoon round with family and friends to a networking tool among business associates, golf has the ability to bring people together for a variety of reasons. The large number of public and private courses scattered throughout Western New York is...
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With the snow finally melting, Buffalo runners are ready to lace up. But, before you hit the pavement, physical therapist Jeff Castiglione reminds us to avoid overdoing it early on. Avoid Injury During Your Springtime Workouts Before you start with the first...
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Following a total knee replacement at Kenmore Mercy Hospital, I received in-home physical therapythrough Continuing and Home Care Services from Catholic Health. My physical therapist, Stacey Lenhard, could not have been better. He came to our home three times...
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Every four years, the greatest winter athletes combine years of training and preparation to compete against the best in the world with hopes of earning an Olympic medal. While these athletes appear to be superhuman, they can still experience serious injuries...
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