… the leading cause of serious long-term disability. Stroke awareness is crucial for several reasons, primarily because it significantly impacts early detection, … resolves on its own without any medical attention.  However, once you have a TIA, your risk for having a full ischemic stroke is much higher so we want people to … blood pressure, both through lifestyle changes and potentially medication if your medical team deems that necessary. Another is maintaining or changing to a …

… away from working the  Olympic Games in Paris , her third as a physical therapist for the  U.S. Men’s and Women’s rowing teams.  “It is surreal, I have to admit, when … in Paris, where she’s with the United States Rowing team helping prepare for the Games.   “Being at the Games is such an honor and privilege but it’s a lot of pressure too. There is a little part of me that says, ‘I just can't wait for it to be over in the sense that everybody made it. They're all done. They all …

… an impressive 236% over the past five years, far surpassing the national average for health professions schools.  “After all, who wants to be average?” joked Dr. Nara … they said they were doing, and what they were actually doing through analyzing visit records for elementary school children with and without complex conditions who … tenets of occupational therapy is that engaging in an activity can change your mood, thoughts, strength, health, identity, sense of time, and well-being. …

… to waste. On Monday in 2CW, banana bread provided another service — raising money for physical therapy research.  Eight bakers donated banana bread for the PT Banana Bread Bakeoff and 40 people paid to taste the sweet treat, and in … entire department, as it gives students a great study break, and an opportunity for faculty and students to come together for a great cause,” said Abbey Kroll, DPT …

… Going For The Gold: Behind The Scenes at the Olympics with MGH Institute Alumna Deirdre … Going For The Gold: Behind The Scenes at the Olympics with MGH Institute Alumna Deirdre … and sometimes it's pouring rain and freezing cold, and you have to work and get your rain boots on. The day is not always as glamorous as getting new gear and taking … like they have confidence. You can’t say, ‘I’m really worried, I’m not sure if your back’s going to make it,’” said McLoughlin, who hopes that she’s earned enough …