BACK-etology: 8 Lifestyle Choices to Alleviate Back Pain
If you’re experiencing any form of back pain, you’re not alone. In 2020, a staggering 619 million people globally suffered from lower back pain. Experiencing this kind of pain can feel debilitating, especially when it stops you from doing what you love, be it attending your children’s basketball games or participating in a recreational basketball […]
The Science of Sleep: A Physical Therapist’s Guide to the Best Sleeping Positions
We spend roughly 2,500 hours a year asleep. While we often focus on the quantity of sleep, physical therapists focus on the mechanics. Research published in The Journal of Physical Therapy Science suggests that poor sleep posture is a leading contributor to “waking spinal symptoms”—the stiffness and aches you feel the moment you move in the morning. The goal of any sleep position is Neutral Spinal […]
Signs You Should See a PT for Your Neck Pain
In an ever-evolving technological world, we are at our computers and on our phones more than ever. Diagnoses like “tech neck” are becoming more commonplace and are compounding age-related wear and tear and general muscle tightness often seen in the neck region. Whether your issues stem from poor posture, a nerve impingement, or another underlying […]
5 Habits to Start this Valentine’s Day to Improve Heart Health
What better time to talk about the importance of heart health when Valentine’s Day is right around the corner? And February is American Heart Month! Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the world and costs the United States $239.9 billion from 2018 to 2019, according to the Centers for Disease Control and […]
Meet Renna Thomas: Confluent Health’s Future PT Ambassador
In the world of physical therapy, passion, purpose, and a commitment to excellence are the driving forces that shape the future. In this spotlight, we introduce Renna Thomas, a third-year student at Drexel University and Confluent Health’s Future PT Ambassador, set to graduate in March 2024. University Roots and Clinical Excellence Hailing from South Jersey, […]
Confluent Health Partners with Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation to Revolutionize Employee Musculoskeletal Care with mōviHealth
Confluent Health Partners with Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation to Revolutionize Employee Musculoskeletal Care with mōviHealth Louisville, KY – Confluent Health is excited to announce its strategic collaboration with Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation (EVSC), a progressive employer committed to enhancing the well-being of its workforce. This strategic partnership marks the introduction of mōviHealth —a revolutionary musculoskeletal […]
5 Habits for Healthy Shoulders
5 Habits for Healthy Shoulders Understanding the complexity of the shoulder is the first step toward ensuring its health and functionality. As the body’s most mobile yet least stable joint, the shoulder is highly vulnerable to minor tweaks. Comprised of five joints and three bones – clavicle (collar bone), scapula (shoulder blade) and humerus (long […]
Strength Training Tips for Beginners
Who Can Benefit from Strength Training? Mark Bell coined the phrase, “Strength is never a weakness. Weakness is never a strength.” Everyone can find value in strength training because it provides value in so many dimensions. Whether you are a teenager or an older adult, there is at least one reason why strength training will […]
Meet Louisville Business First’s 2024 Health Care Heroes
Louisville Business First (LBF) spotlights Dr. Larry Benz, Executive Chairman, as the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Honoree. LBF highlights why Dr. Benz was chosen for this honor including a quote from the nominator: “Benz’s track record of founding and leading multiple successful health care organizations demonstrates his entrepreneurial spirit. His ability to identify opportunities for growth […]
Recovery Tips for When Traveling Wears You Out
Recovery Tips for When Travel Wears You Out During the last ten days of December and into January, AAA projects 115.2 million travelers will hit the road or swarm to the airport to embark on an adventure. While the prospect of a trip is exhilarating, traveling to get there can cause anxiety, aches and pains. […]