Month: March 2020

Though it often takes a back seat to strength and cardiovascular fitness, flexibility plays a critical role in ensuring one’s able to maintain a high level of independence and mobility during their Golden Years.  While our muscles and tendons tend to naturally shrink and tighten as we age, that doesn’t put seniors at the mercy … Read more

We often don’t consider the long-term impact that practicing the fine arts can have on the body.  Yet, according to Philadelphia physical therapist Chris McKenzie, dancers, musicians, visual artists and even performing artists are not immune to experiencing pain and injury related to their crafts.  “Artists of all types express themselves in ways that require various levels of strength, … Read more