New at Bon Secours Physical Therapy

We’ve all heard the infomercials promising us an astounding weight loss in little-to-no time with next to no effort: “Lose forty pounds in two weeks!” “Drop up to five dress sizes in under six months.” While we want to believe we’re actually watching a model in a bikini stepping out of a hot tub mere […]READ MORE

Gaining weight your first year in college is so commonplace in American society, we have a nickname for it: The Freshman Fifteen. Long study hours leave less time for exercise. Bowls of buttery popcorn and other meals that simply require a microwave don’t help either. It should not come as a great surprise that a […]READ MORE

If you’re toying with the idea of starting a new “diet,” it’s important to consider what and how much you eat. By taking an inventory of your eating habits you can focus on eating healthy, realistic, and practical meals to help you look and feel your best. Don’t ever trust any claims that you can […]READ MORE

Doctors agree – it’s important for everyone to get enough fruits and vegetables in their diet. As more people rely on fast foods and pre-prepared meals, the issue for many individuals is how to incorporate these important dietary needs into a rushed and busy schedule. Below Carolyn Rhodes, a registered dietitian, explains some easy ways […]READ MORE

Whether you’re a collegiate athlete or a recreational walker, knees are particularly vulnerable to injury and pain because of their dynamic role. Knee joints are responsible for pivoting, bending, and propelling your body forward. When it comes to knee injury and pain, prevention is the best medicine. Here are six knee dangers to avoid (and […]READ MORE

Each year, an estimated 300,000 US adults die of causes attributable to obesity. Americans spend an estimated $33 billion every year on weight loss products and services. Still, the percentage of children and adolescents who are defined as “overweight” has more than doubled since the early 1970s. So why are we still gaining so much […]READ MORE

Brown bagging it to work doesn’t seem like a lot of fun, but when you consider the health benefits of packing a lunch the idea quickly becomes much more appetizing. Here are three reasons why you should consider bringing lunch to work: Your Health Fast food is chock full of calories, fat, sugar, and salt. […]READ MORE

Judy Mitnick, a registered dietitian with Bon Secours In Motion, recently went on WAVY TV to discusses the four basic principles of cooking, preparing, and serving food safely outside. According the 2010 dietary guidelines, her top four concerns for those cooking outdoors is a reminder to: Clean Wash your hands with warm soapy water or […]READ MORE

After a diagnosis of concussion, physical therapists can help to evaluate and treat many problems that follow a head injury, including dizziness, difficulty with balance, and neck injuries. Because no two injuries are the same, the physical therapist’s examination is essential to assess a recovering individual symptoms and limitations. The physical therapist then designs a […]READ MORE

Maybe you only need to lose 10 to 15 pounds. Maybe you need lose more. When you have several pounds to lose, the stakes get even higher. High blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, heart disease: these are some of the diseases connected to obesity. A new study gives us another reason to lose weight before […]READ MORE