Physical Therapy
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When Sharon Adams arose Thanksgiving morning, she was planning to celebrate the holiday with family and feasting as she had always done. The celebration turned to uncertainty, however, when Ms. Adams suffered a stroke and had to be rushed to the emergency department at Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center. She was quickly transported to Bon […]READ MORE
Physical Therapy Careers with Bon Secours In Motion
At Bon Secours In Motion, we pride ourselves on the exceptional quality of our staff. Our team of health professionals includes physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, hand therapists, massage therapists, certified athletic trainers, nutritionists, registered dietitians and more, are among the best in Hampton Roads. In addition to years of experience, many of our employees […]READ MORE
Overcoming Toe Deformities and Pain
Painful walking. Redness. Swelling. It’s symptoms like these that you shouldn’t ignore when it comes to your toes. “Toe pain can limit a person’s quality of life,” said Dr. Khalid Shirzad, an orthopedic surgeon in a news release from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. “When it hurts to walk, that person will start decreasing […]READ MORE
Keeping Up with the Gait Debate
When it comes to running and gait analysis it’s important that sports performance specialists and physical therapists stay educated and information to properly analyze running gait and prescribe techniques to improve speed, efficiency and for injury prevention. Earlier this month clinicians from Bon Secours InMotion Physical Therapy attended the 9th Annual Running Medicine Conference on […]READ MORE
Treating Hip Pain with Physical Therapy
One of the first signs people notice as they grow older is that one or both of their hips may start to ache. Although hip arthritis can cause significant pain, it does not always lead to surgery if it’s discovered in the early stages, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. The AAOS recommends […]READ MORE
Treating Hip Arthritis with Physical Therapy
One of the first physical signs people notice as they grow older is that one or both of their hips may start to ache. Although hip arthritis can cause significant pain, it does not always lead to surgery if it’s discovered in the early stages, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. The AAOS […]READ MORE
8 Foods to Boost Your Health Before and After Surgery
It is possible to speed your recovery and healing from surgery with healthy snacks and meals. Before you have surgery include the following foods in your diet to optimize your recovery: Protein – Protein helps the body repair itself and fight infections. Choose lean sources like beans, fish, skinless poultry, soy, and nuts to stay […]READ MORE
Free Seminar: Injury Prevention Tips for Athletes
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or an amateur athlete, it’s important to know how to prevent injury, and achieve optimal health and performance. Join our physical therapy experts and sports performance specialists, along with a comprehensive team of sports medicine specialists and surgeons, to discuss the importance of stretching and how to avoid sports injuries. […]READ MORE
Free Seminar: Tips for the Everyday Athlete
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or an amateur athlete, it’s important to know how to prevent injury, and achieve optimal health and performance. Join our physical therapy experts and sports performance specialists, along with a comprehensive team of sports medicine specialists and surgeons, to discuss the importance of stretching and how to avoid sports injuries. […]READ MORE
Ergonomic Guidelines for Arranging a Computer Workstation
Setting up your office using ergonomic considerations is important to protecting your health. Most ergonomic experts agree on certain designs that will promote your well-being and productivity. To understand the best way to set up a computer workstation, consider the concept of the “neutral body position.” This is a comfortable body posture in which your […]READ MORE