Is running bad for your knees? Physical therapists say this is a common question among both avid runners and those who may start running for exercise or to participate in that first 5K. It’s a question that highlights a common concern about running – that it’s an activity that’s good for the heart but bad for the knees. For most people, though, the answer is a resounding no. … Read more
We typically wish for those we love to live their best, most healthful lives. That’s why it can be both frustrating and worrisome when a loved one slips onto a more sedentary lifestyle track – one that could be harmful to their long-term well-being. You want to help them recommit to exercise and fitness, but you’re not sure exactly how to do it both lovingly and effectively. It begins with … Read more
When only one in three adults get the recommended amount of physical activity their bodies need each week (according to the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition), Sterling Heights physical therapist Ashesh Vyas says it’s difficult to find fault when an individual is making an effort to exercise … even if the effort’s slightly misguided. But since October is … Read more
When we’re young, falls are treated as teaching opportunities. “Get back on your feet, brush yourself off and keep moving toward your goals,” we were told. But as we age, falls take on a much greater significance. According to Sterling Heights physical therapist Ashesh Vyas, when someone of advanced age falls, they tend to suffer greater distress to their … Read more
