MoveCalifornia Topics
Infants Sleeping, Playing and Eating Positions: Influences on Motor Development, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and Torticollis
Physical therapists recommend infants experience a variety of positions for healthy motor development. They can teach parents exercises to do with their baby involving stretching techniques that are gradual and progressive. Although the exercises are simple, they must be performed correctly to achieve optimal results. Learn more about infant sleeping, playing and eating positions.
Throwing a Safe Game: Physical therapists helping young arms stay in the game
Physical therapists can help prevent pitching injuries and reduce risks of injury through evaluation, physical conditioning and training and education. Young pitchers are especially susceptible to throwing injuries. Learn more about pitching mechanics, injury prevention and recommendations for youth pitchers.
Senior Wellness
Physical therapists can assist seniors in maintaining their health and wellness. They can help seniors reduce fall risks and improve bone health, flexibility, muscle strength and cardiovascular health. Learn more about senior wellness.
Prevention of ACL Injuries in Female Athletes
When an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury occurs, it can be quite serious and require costly surgery. Physical therapists can prevent ACL injuries and reduce biomechanical neuromuscular risk factors through physical conditioning and training. Learn more about ACL injuries in female athletes.
Healthy Bones
Bone loss affects millions of Americans and many may not even know it. Physical therapists are trained to evaluate and treat problems associated with bone health and osteoporosis. Learn more about bone health.
Fit Families
The Surgeon General declares overweight prevalence in children and adults a major health concern, resulting in $117 billion per year in direct and indirect medical costs. Learn more about obesity and fit families.
Backpack Safety
Many children carry backpacks that are too heavy. Physical therapists can show you how to minimize the potential harm to your child’s spine from improper backpack usage. Learn more about backpack safety.
Balance and Fall Prevention
Falls represent a serious health risk in older people. Physical therapists can help determine if people are at risk for falls and discuss treatment options to improve your balance systems. Learn more about balance and fall prevention.
