From homework and tests to extra-curricular activities, students already shoulder plenty of weight during back-to-school time. Their backpacks should be the least of their worries, says Bend physical therapist Rob Hollander. “Backpacks are so practical, but they’re...
It turns out our furry friends have more to offer us than companionship and unconditional love. According to Bend physical therapist Rob Hollander, multiple studies show that dog owners are generally healthier and more likely to meet national fitness benchmarks than...
While cycling offers an incredible alternative to high-compression exercises such as running, an improper bike fit can lead cyclists down a path toward a whole host of different muscular and joint issues, says Bend physical therapist Rob Hollander. “Bike fitting is...
Longer, warmer days mean more time outdoors – and more time in the yard and garden raking, lifting, digging, hauling, spreading, pushing, and so on. Whether you consider this work enjoyable or intolerable, Bend physical therapist Scott Weber has a message for all who...
Shoulder pain in older adults often appears suddenly, as if caused by a sudden trauma or injury. But for many, says Bend physical therapist Rob Hollander, shoulder injuries are often the result of musculoskeletal conditions directly associated with aging and, more...
