Health and Wellness

As the country bands together to slow the spread of COVID-19 (a.k.a., the coronavirus) through the practice of social distancing, many have found their regularly exercise routines disrupted.  Gym closures, group fitness class cancellations and the closing of popular parks and trails have become commonplace, making it more difficult for people to get their recommended weekly dose of exercise.  And yet, we’re in a time when exercise and physical fitness could do a lot … Read more

We often don’t consider the long-term impact that practicing the fine arts can have on the body.  Yet, according to physical therapists, dancers, musicians, visual artists and even performing artists are not immune to experiencing pain and injury related to their crafts.  Artists of all types express themselves in ways that require various levels of strength, … Read more

Though it often takes a back seat to strength and cardiovascular fitness, flexibility plays a critical role in ensuring one’s able to maintain a high level of independence and mobility during their Golden Years.  While our muscles and tendons tend to naturally shrink and tighten as we age, that doesn’t put seniors at the mercy … Read more

STERLING HEIGHTS, MI – February is American Heart Month, a time when health professionals like Sterling Heights physical therapist Ashesh Vyas strive to raise awareness about maintaining and improving cardiovascular health.  The month also serves as a sobering reminder that, as a society, we must do a better job of preventing heart disease, which continues to be the leading cause of death in … Read more

Get More Active & Avoid Injuries. Talk to Your PTs How As the year comes to an end, people begin to set goals and make resolutions. Losing weight & getting into “better shape” are all common. These all require increasing your amount of physical activity. More activity is great for your health, energy levels, sleep, and … Read more

The Holiday Season is a time for giving, and that includes supporting causes and organizations that make our communities stronger. It’s in this spirit that we share some holiday giving suggestions that offer a more healthful return than simply writing a check. After all, as physical therapists, it’s our goal to improve lives and the … Read more

Medical diagnoses don’t need much of an introduction. They’re what you get from your doctor when you’re sick. Examples would be influenza, diabetes, or hypertension. They describe the underlying problem that is causing your symptoms. When people feel sick, they know they need to go to the doctor and find out what’s going on to … Read more

Don’t have time for exercise? Perhaps it’s time to reframe what true exercise looks like, says Sterling Heights physical therapist Ashesh Vyas.  “Exercise doesn’t require a gym, special equipment or a high intensity,” said Vyas, owner of Active Kare Physical Therapy in Sterling Heights. “Down to its core, exercise is simply movement. Despite being busy, most of us have plenty of time to move around every … Read more