Latest News & Resources from the Ability Rehabilitation Team
Are ACL Injuries More Common in Women?
Are ACL Injuries More Common in Women? Are ACL injuries more common in women? Believe it or not, the answer is yes. Women put greater stress on their knees as a result of differences in biomechanics when compared to men.
What is a Vestibular System Disturbance?
What is a Vestibular System Disturbance? Getting out of bed without stumbling, walking across an uneven surface, transitioning from walking on grass to the sidewalk are easy for most people... unless they have an impaired balance. The vestibular system,
Patient Regains Full Range of Motion in Shoulder with Physical Therapy at Ability Rehabilitation
Patient Regains Full Range of Motion in Shoulder with Physical Therapy at Ability Rehabilitation Michael Stanco received physical therapy at Ability Rehabilitation in Altamonte Springs to regain strength in his arm and shoulder. After an accident left him with
The Importance of Lifting Properly at the Gym
The Importance of Lifting Properly at the Gym Going to the gym is supposed to help you get in shape and make you healthier, right? In fact, the Department of Health and Human Services recommends that healthy adults perform at
Workplace Safety Infographic
Workplace Safety Infographic June is Workplace Safety Month June is Workplace Safety Month and while staying safe at work is typically a priority for employers and employees, injuries can still happen. Below are statistics about workplace injuries and ways
Getting Back in the Game of Life: The Rehab Story of Charles Davis
Getting Back in the Game of Life: The Rehab Story of Charles Davis “A key play for Tennessee - defensive back Charles Davis intercepts the ball!” was something Charles Davis was used to hearing in his younger days as
How To Prevent Back Pain in Your Child
How To Prevent Back Pain in Your Child That’s right! Believe it or not, there is quite a prevalence of back pain in children! Recent research has shown that more than 50% of youths will experience at least one episode
Top 5 Things Patients Ask Before Their First Physical Therapy Appointment
The Top 5 Questions Patients Have Prior to Their First Visit for Physical Therapy Your doctor could suggest physical therapy (PT) following surgery or an accident to help your body restore its strength and natural function. You might
Ankle Injuries: Sprains and Strains
Ankle Injuries: Sprains and Strains Anatomy of the AnkleThe ankle joint is a complex structure, formed by the connection of three bones. The ankle bone is called the talus and the talus fits inside a socket that is
March Madness: Increase Your Vertical
March Madness: Increase Your Vertical “How can I increase my vertical?” It’s one of the most common questions we hear from basketball lovers of every age and skill level that take part in our advanced fitness programs. So, with March
Back Pain and How it Can Be Prevented
Back Pain and How it Can Be Prevented Causes of Back PainThere are two basic classifications of back pain; acute back pain and chronic pain. Acute back pain occurs over a short period of time, lasting several days to several
What is Frozen Shoulder and What Are Your Treatment Options?
What is Frozen Shoulder and What Are Your Treatment Options? Frozen shoulder is the commonly known name for a medical condition called adhesive capsulitis. The characteristics of this shoulder condition are joint stiffness, pain, and loss of mobility, which could