Surviving the deadly COVID-19 virus is only half the battle. Once a patient is classified as virus-free and ready to be sent home, the often-long road to recovery including rebuilding lung capacity and overall respiratory health begins. In about 80% of cases, COVID-19 has only mild symptoms and individuals recover without requiring significant medical interventions. […]
Fear of falling (FoF) has a great impact on functioning and quality of life for older people. But its effects on gait and balance are largely unknown. Yet the connection exists. The quality of life as we age has a strong connection to our strength, or the lack thereof. Grip strength has been suggested to […]
Most people really get going on their fitness goals early in January. Then by March it is all over! What with all the upheaval our world is experiencing, it is no wonder most people are feeling lost. Years ago there was a book titled Who Stole My Cheese. It helped people understand where their goals […]
We are still engulfed in the difficult COVID-19 situation. So many people are directly affected by it. Many lives have been lost. Sadly many people had underlying conditions that caused their survival rate to be more difficult. With the possibilities of our economy starting up again, many will not continue to use gloves and face […]
We have been told to stay home and away from others. Or at least six feet away from others when we do go out. We are allowed to exercise outdoors during this difficult time. If you are in a rural area avoiding other people is easier. If you are a runner it shouldn’t be impossible […]
The immune system is a network of cells throughout our bodies (in the skin, the blood, and elsewhere) that work together to prevent or limit infection from potentially harmful pathogens (like bacteria and viruses) and to prevent damage from noninfectious agents (like sunburn and cancer). Scientists categorize the various immune cells in two groups: innate […]
