In people of any age, injuries and illnesses can weaken our main control and regulatory system in our body – the nervous system. An impaired nervous system, in turn, can negatively affect one’s mobility and ability to perform simple daily tasks. Research shows that the affected patient may greatly benefit from physical therapy, occupational therapy, …
What is BFR (Blood Flow Restriction) Therapy? Blood Flow Restriction is a technique which helps improve muscular growth, muscle repair, and aerobic capacity in combination with resistance and aerobic exercises. BFR allows the body to respond to low intensity exercise as if it were moderate-to-high intensity exercise. BFR is customized to each individual. Who can …
Thursday, March 27, 2021 – WESTARM Home Health has reported their latest Highmark Health and Community Services Score information with our patients. Home Health Agencies and Skilled Nursing Facilities in Pennsylvania are measured quarterly by Highmark using robust standards to ensure a strong quality of care is being provided across the state. The purpose of …
WESTARM Home Health Receives top tier Highmark Quality Ranking Read More »
Thursday, March 18, 2021 – WESTARM Physical Therapy is excited to announce the hiring of two new clinical staff members, Carlie Klanica, MOTR/L, and Madison Leiser, DPT. Carlie Klanica is a graduate of Chatham University with a masters in Occupational Therapy and previous employee of Excela Health. A Greensburg native, she spent time as a …
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Although you may not pay it all that much attention, the neck has a pretty crucial job to perform. It provides support for the head and allows movement in a variety of directions so you can better see and navigate the world around you. But as we discussed in our last newsletter, the neck is …
Reduce your risk of neck pain by being mindful of your positioning Read More »
