by Debbie Mitchell, PT, DPT, MPT, CGS | Sep 19, 2023 | Uncategorized
Healthy aging is a continuous process of optimizing opportunities to maintain and improve physical and mental health, independence, and quality of life throughout the course of life. Promoting health and preventing disease across the lifespan is the key to...
by Debbie Mitchell, PT, DPT, MPT, CGS | May 14, 2023 | Uncategorized
McHenry Physical Therapy Treatment for Arthritis Pain May is national arthritis month. Arthritis may seem relatively benign, everyone knows someone who has arthritis, but here are some numbers that help put the problem of arthritis into perspective: •...
by Debbie Mitchell, PT, DPT, MPT, CGS | Feb 5, 2023 | Uncategorized
McHenry Concussion Management and Recovery A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) that occurs when the brain is abruptly jolted or shaken. This can happen due to a blow to the head, a fall, or a sudden stop in a car accident. Concussions can range in...
by Debbie Mitchell, PT, DPT, MPT, CGS | Mar 19, 2022 | Uncategorized
What is a Hamstring Strain? A hamstring strain is a common pain that strikes many athletes. At the back of your thigh, there are three muscles that run along from your buttock to the back of your knees. A hamstring strain is the injury or tear of one or more of these...
by Debbie Mitchell, PT, DPT, MPT, CGS | Jan 6, 2022 | Health, Wellness
New Year, New Goal! Often at the beginning of the year, people make a resolution to start working out or to lose weight. This is a great goal; however, people often lose interest, have lack of time, or get busy with other tasks. Here are some tips to keep you...
