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10 Benefits of Physical Therapy Here at STI, we know that there are probably as many specific reasons for physical therapy as there are patients. Here are the ten most common benefits. 1. Getting Assessment and Treatment — All in One! Not every acute or chronic condition can be diagnosed in a PT session. But […]

What is Vestibular Therapy? For people with mild to intense balance issues, vestibular therapy offers a much-needed lifeline. Inner ear issues leave those suffering from them more than “dizzy.” They can interfere with the ability to make a living, to function in daily life, or even to move around without risk of injury. Not all […]

Having a Hard Time Falling Asleep? Here’s What to Do Having a hard time falling asleep once in a while is natural. But if you find yourself staring at the ceiling night after night, you’re going to need to switch some things up. A lack of sleep can affect more than just your energy levels. […]

What is a Functional Capacity Evaluation? Functional capacity evaluation — the phrase can strike fear into injured workers. An FCE is a series of tests used to determine if a person is able to return to the same duties he or she held before an injury occurred. The injured person feels defensive about “proving” their […]

Occupational Therapy vs Physical Therapy — What’s the Difference? Until you sustained your injury or developed a chronic condition, you probably didn’t give much thought to needing occupational vs physical therapy. Some people even assume that OT is literally something to keep ill or incarcerated people “occupied.” In fact, both physical and occupational therapy can […]

4 Benefits of Hiking Whether you’re an experienced hiker and trail-runner, or are just beginning to hike, getting active in the great outdoors offers benefits that may surprise you. Hiking can improve your mental health and sharpen your mind. At the same time as it strengthens bones and muscles, it can also improve your relationships […]

Surprising Lack of Sleep Effects On Your Body and Mind High schools across the U.S. have changed their start times to after 8:00 a.m. Why? Because teens and young adults need 9 to 10 hours of sleep to learn effectively. The older we get, the less sleep we need. Most adults need between seven and […]

Why Aquatic Therapy? Physical therapists often use aquatic therapy for patients who may not be able to perform or participate in more physical forms of exercise or therapy. But why aquatic therapy? Because water therapies use the body’s own weight as resistance, there is less pressure and stress on the joints. This type of therapy […]