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Moon Physical Therapy - Maximizing Mobility 3 Jun1st 2017

Maximizing Mobility as We Age

Although we lose flexibility, strength and balance as we age, the good news therapeutic exercise can help improve mobility and function.

The Benefits of Aquatic Therapy - 01 - Moon Physical Therapy Apr1st 2017

Manage Diabetes with Aquatic Therapy

Treating diabetes with a safety-conscious aquatic-based therapy program helps increase energy, and improve physical and psychological well-being.

Strategies to Ease Morning Stiffness 2 - Moon Physical Therapy Feb1st 2017

Strategies to Ease Morning Stiffness

Use these strategies to help reduce morning stiffness and get rid of those aches and pains you feel when getting out of bed each day.

Local Culture and the Spirit of Aloha at Moon Physical Therapy 02 Jan1st 2017

Local Culture and the Spirit of Aloha at Moon Physical Therapy

Julie Moon shares how growing up in Hawaii has influenced her to bring the local style, culture and spirit of Aloha to her work at Moon Physical Therapy

Dec1st 2016

Prevent Injury When Caring for Kids

Even for the fittest of grandparents, taking care of grandkids can really take a toll on your body. The most common areas of injury are the neck, shoulders, back and knees. Here are tips to prevent those aches and pains...

Oct1st 2016

Walking on an Underwater Treadmill

Underwater treadmills (UTM) are revolutionizing physical therapy and fitness. Top athletes are utilizing UTM or treadmill pools for peak performance or speedy recovery after an injury.

Avoid Luggage Injuries - Moon Physical Therapy Aug1st 2016

Avoid Luggage Injuries

Neck, shoulder or back injuries are often due to wrestling with heavy, overpacked luggage. Repetitive pulling, pushing, lifting and lugging bags in and out of cars and overhead compartments, and up and down stairs can stress your body and potentially ruin a trip.

Lumbar Stenosis Misdiagnosis Jun1st 2016

Lumbar Stenosis Misdiagnosis

Degenerative lumbar spinal stenosis (DLSS) is a leading cause of pain, disability and loss of independence in older adults.

Aquatic Therapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis Apr1st 2016

Aquatic Therapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Patients with RA often get caught in a cycle of pain, fatigue and demotivation, leading to inactivity, which increases pain. Aquatic therapy helps break this cycle by reducing the load on joints, allowing patients to increase muscle strength and achieve aerobic conditioning.