Women dealing with stress urinary incontinence (SUI) might have a new way to manage their symptoms. A recent study looked into how breathing exercises can help. The idea is to strengthen the diaphragm, the muscle that helps you breathe, which sits right above the pelvic floor muscles. When these mus
Wearable tech is shaking things up in brain recovery. It's like having a tiny, smart coach that tracks your every move. This tech can help doctors see how well someone is getting better after a brain injury or stroke. But it's not just about tracking steps. It's about figuring out how to use this da
Stroke survivors often struggle with movement. Traditional rehab tools are big and need experts. This is a problem. A new idea uses small, skin-friendly patches. These patches stick to joints and muscles. They track hand and finger movements. The patches send out tiny electrical signals. These signa
Cleveland Clinic is making a comeback in Erie with a fresh physical therapy clinic. The new spot, Cleveland Clinic Rehabilitation and Sports Therapy, kicked off on January 20 at 3266 W. 26th St. This project is a team effort with Physicians Rehab Solutions, aiming to boost rehab services in the area
Pickleball is booming in the US. It's a game for all ages. It's fast, fun, and gets you moving. But like any sport, it can take a toll on your body. Stephen Ebner, a 73-year-old instructor at the Quad City Pickleball Club (QCPC), knows this well. He's been playing since retiring from coaching footba
Heart failure is a big problem worldwide, especially in places where advanced medical care is hard to get. This is where yoga might come in handy. The Yoga-EndOmics study is looking into how yoga can help people with heart failure. It's not just about stretching and breathing exercises. This study w
The world is getting older. More people need healthcare. But going to a rehab center can be tough. It's expensive. It takes time. And not everyone feels comfortable in a lab or hospital. So, what's the solution? Bringing rehab home. But there's a catch. How do you check how someone is doing in real
Prisons are tough places. People inside often deal with a lot of stress, trauma, and feel left out. Yoga has been brought in to help. But does it really work? A recent review looked at studies to see if yoga can make a difference. The review checked out 10 studies with over 1, 800 people. These stu
Virtual reality (VR) is becoming a big deal in many areas, especially in helping people recover from brain injuries. But there's a catch: some people feel sick when using VR. This is called cybersickness (CS). It's important to measure CS to make sure VR is safe for patients. A recent study looked
In the heart of California, a unique program is changing the lives of inmates. Virtual reality (VR) headsets are being used to transport prisoners to places they might never see otherwise. This initiative, led by a Los Angeles nonprofit, aims to prepare inmates for life after prison. The program of
