Log InCreate an Account Use of one strap causes one side of the body to bear the weight of the backpack. By wearing two shoulder straps, the weight of the backpack is better distributed. Wear the backpack over the strongest mid-back muscles Pay close attention to the way the backpack is positioned on the back. It should rest evenly in the middle of the back. Shoulder straps should be adjusted to allow the child to put on and take off the backpack without difficulty and allow free movement of the arms. Straps should not be too loose, and the backpack should not extend below the low back. Keep the load at 10-15% or less of the child's bodyweight. Carry only those items that are required for the day. Organize the contents of the backpack by placing the heaviest items closest to the back. Some students have two sets of books so as not to have to carry the heavy books to and from school. How a Physical Therapist Can Help A physical therapist can help you choose a proper backpack and fit it specifically to your child.

Children come in all shapes and sizes, and some have physical limitations that require special adaptations. Additionally, a physical therapist can help improve posture problems, correct muscle imbalances, and treat pain that can result from improper backpack use. Physical therapists can also design individualized fitness programs to help children get strong and stay strong—and carry their own loads! End the Opioid Epidemic Learn about safe ways to manage pain. Search our national database of physical therapists.January's free workshop topic is going to discuss IC/ Bladder pain. Anyone who has suffered from chronic UTI's, urgency, frequency, abdominal pain, suprapubic pain is encouraged to come. All of these and much more are symptoms of an IC diagnosis. Sign up and find out how pelvic floor physical therapy can help! Apex Physical Therapy, PLLC began providing physical therapy services on August 26, 1996 in north Spokane. The company’s main objective was to provide the most comprehensive evidence based care for our patients.

This objective was achieved by establishing relationships with our patients and their families, hiring and training the most qualified staff and being a resource for the community. Physical Therapists Give The A-B-C's Of Smart Backpack Use ALEXANDRIA, VA, April 14, 2009 — While a backpack is still one of the best ways to tote homework, an overloaded or improperly worn backpack gets a failing grade, according to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Improper backpack use can cause injury, especially to children with young, growing muscles and joints. A study led by APTA member Shelley Goodgold, ... more » Billy McClenahan PT, DPT, CSCS Apex Physical Therapy is please to welcome Billy McClenahan to the Cheney Office. Billy recieved his Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science from Montana State University, graduated with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Regis University, and completed an Orthopedic Residency at Sacred Heart University. Billy's clinical interests are manual therapy, functional and ... more »

Featured Certified Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Sept 2014 In our weekly feature section, Pelvic Rehab Report is proud to present this interview with newly certified practitioner Amy C. Sanderson, PT, OCS, PPRC. How did you get involved in the pelvic rehabilitation field?  I have been practicing since 1993 and began a Women’s Health program in 1994 at a previous place of employment. When I had interviewed for ... more »thule backpack 19l A Holistic Approach to Treatmentbackpack gallery gw2 Anterior Knee Pain: A holistic approach to treatment Click here for the full articlemiquelrius backpack Pain under the kneecap, also known as anterior knee pain or patellofemoral pain, is one of the most common reasons why active people seek healthcare. jasper backpack billabong

Each year, 2.5 million runners are diagnosed with patellofemoral pain. Unfortunately, 74% of people with this problem will decrease their overall physical ... more » As an Athlete, Am I at Risk? ANTERIOR KNEE PAIN OFTEN CAUSES ATHLETES TO SEEK MEDICAL CARE. Healthcare providers usually call persistent pain at the front of your knee or under your kneecap patellofemoral pain syndrome. This pain is typically unrelated to a specific injury, but instead occurs over time with an increase in physical activity. The pain may be a nagging ache or an occasional sharp pain that may cause you to limp ... more » Minimal running shoes have gained popularity among adult runners, and parents often wonder if these shoes would be appropriate for their  young children. It is important to understand that the bone alignment changes that occur as children grow are a normal, healthy part of development and, under normal circumstances, we should not try to brace or control these changes The ... more »

What is the impact of aging on balance and dizziness? Dizziness and balance disorders are a frequent problem, especially in olderOver the age of 65, the problem of dizziness becomes one of the most common reasons for doctors’ office visits and hospitalizations. as a spinning sensation or “vertigo”. Others describe dizziness as a general feeling of unsteadiness, rocking ... more » He goes down in a hard tackle, rolls and grabs his knee. Is he faking, trying to get a penalty call or is this the real deal? Approximately 200,000 anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries occur each year. The ACL is one of four critical ligaments that attaches the upper leg bone (femur) to the lower leg bone (tibia). This structure can be injured during excessive loading from pivoting, ... more » A story on a patient treated at Apex Physical Therapy Neutralizing Back Pain: Sore backs benefit from specific exercises. It’s no secret that back pain is an epidemic in the United States, costing millions every year in medical costs and lost wages.