http://ping.fm/Zf1bT Introduction to Medical Conditions from Claremont Physical Therapist Dee Tipton

Claremont, La Verne, Upland, Rancho Cucamonga Physical Therapist, Physical TherapyMore and more research is being conducted relating to all medical conditions. While Claremont Physical Therapy (PT) is not warranted in some conditions, there are many diseases, illnesses and conditions that PT can have a positive impact on.

A medical condition is a disease process, injury, or illness that disrupts the body’s normal response to daily living. Some require medication, surgery, and/or various therapies. With the explosion of internet access, the majority of individuals consult web sites for medical information. And almost half of those people actually try some form of conservative approach before they seek a medical professional’s advice.

In this day and age of insurance Claremont physical theapyscrutiny, high co-pays and deductibles, people want answers that they can pursue and afford. They want results to their problems. They want accurate information and reasonable treatment options.

Before you can make an informed choice about your health, education of the condition is crucial. Not all people follow all symptoms and not all conservative treatments benefit all people. Be cautious of any information that is “cook-book”. That means the “cure” is for everyone. This approach almost never works out. We are all different and respond in a variety of ways. Just take that into consideration when deciding on what is best for you.

claremont physical therapy educationThis blog is dedicated to educational material on some medical conditions that have been thoroughly researched and proven to be beneficial with regards to Physical Therapy.

Topics to be discussed are: Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Hypertension (High blood pressure), Diabetes, Cholesterol and Triglycerides, Osteoporosis, Cancer, Arthritis, Stress, Chronic Pain Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Depression, and Obesity.

I encourage and enjoy your input. Please contact me with questions or comments or other conditions you want covered.

Dee Tipton, PT, MPH, D.D.