Long COVID: An Uphill Battle for Older Adults

As we see COVID-19 infection rates ebb and flow, many older adults continue to suffer symptoms of COVID long after recovering from the initial infection. Long COVID occurs when individuals experience symptoms that affect their health much longer than the average...

Avoiding Winter Injuries

  Winter activities and sports are a great way to stay active during colder months if you participate with common sense and caution. However, do not take on more than your health and skill level will safely allow. Before heading out on that long-awaited ski vacation,...

6 Steps to Choosing a Care Facility

You have been avoiding the conversation, but maybe now is the time to start the discussion. Your loved one has reached the stage in life where it is time to consider moving them into a skilled care nursing facility for their care and safety. What do you do now? Where...

The Benefits of Post-Acute Rehabilitation Care

Hillcrest Physical Therapy > Hillcrest Physical Therapy Blog > Balance The Benefits of Post-Acute Rehabilitation Care   The older we are, the more frustrating it can be getting back into good health after an illness or injury. Slower rehabilitation happens...