While the profession of physical therapy is often characterized under the generalized label “rehabilitation,” Bend physical therapist Rob Hollander is eager to create a wider narrative – one that focuses on physical therapy’s overall ability to change lives by...
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...
Acute Low Back pain? Early intervention can get you back to recovery quickly and safely. Back pain can be extremely uncomfortable. Statistics show 80% of adults will show significant low back pain during their lifetime. For some, this becomes recurrent and often...
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...
Learn how breathing can improve you stress management, ability to relax, lessen pain and improve your core strength. Have you ever really payed attention to the quality of your breathing? For most of us, breathing is in the background of our awareness during our daily...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 67 million adults in the U.S. have high blood pressure. Of this staggering number, about 70 percent use medication to treat the condition. Beyond medication, of course, another effective (and natural) course...
