physical therapy

Postpartum Risk and Physical Therapy

The Wellnes Blog at TIME.com recently posted a story describing a study done that showed the significant benefits a of Physical Therapy program on the reduction of postpartum depression in new moms. The study was conducted by the University of Melbourne’s Physiotherapy Department and was published in the journal Physical Therapy. In it the researchers found that women in the study showed a 50% less chance of experiencing postpartum depression.

The researchers state that more studies are necessary to confirm the benefits beyond the initial month that the study followed up.

The full text can be found here. A PDF version is also available.

Physical therapy may reduce postpartum risk for some new mothers – Wellness – TIME.com.

Shovel With Care

A great deal of snow has fallen in many parts of the world this year and with it has come the usual flood of shoveling-related injuries. The Omaha World-Herald has a timely story outlining many points that should be considered when venturing out to clear your walks and driveways. Some of the important ones include:

• know your limits
• set limits for yourself
• don’t lift if you can push instead
• avoid twisting
• wear footwear with good traction

Most of the tips are simply common sense but a quick reminder can often prevent unnecessary injuries. For more on these and other snow shoveling tips, see the original article here:

Omaha.com – The Omaha World-Herald: Living – The scoop on proper shoveling.