Using Art Therapy To Treat PTSD: Heal Those Invisible Wounds

Stressful and traumatic events can leave an enduring imprint on those who experience them. We here at HPFY may be able to help through the use of art therapy to treat Posttraumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD.

Massage Therapy

The Health Benefits of Massage Therapy

Who doesn’t enjoy a good massage? A good massage feels great. Trained massage therapists understand the body’s physiology and can target sore, aching muscles and can even promote blood flow to an injured area. The only downside of massage therapy appointment is it is not in your home. There are some simple ways to receive the health benefits of massage therapy in your own home. Let me explain!!

Cooling Vests

Beat the Heat with Cooling Vests

In summer when our core temperatures rise to dangerous levels, heatstroke or heat exhaustion can quickly develop. Also, heat can be a trigger for those suffering from multiple sclerosis. Outside of running inside for the coolness of the AC, how should we efficiently keep ourselves cool during the hot summer? That answer may be with cooling vests. Let me explain why.

Aquatic Rehab Therapy

How to Swim with a Physical Disability?

The act of swimming can be extremely therapeutic for those with disabilities, both physically and psychologically. If you are physically handicapped Swimming seems impossible. But now you can enjoy swimming using Disabled swimming equipment. All you need is the right guidance in order to find the appropriate equipment you need to dive on in!!

Rehab & Exercise

Tips To Prevent High Cholesterol

There are some health issues that we can control and some that we cannot. High cholesterol may be the most important one. Cholesterol is found in all of our cells and the food we eat. We have all been warned about the dangers of high cholesterol in our diet, but do we truly understand the health risks associated with high cholesterol and how to possibly prevent high cholesterol?

Back and Abdomen

Proper Lifting Techniques: 8 Steps for Lifting Heavy Objects from the Floor

We have all faced the need to lift a heavy object and have probably done so without injury. Did you know that you can cause serious injury if you use improper lifting techniques? Lifting a heavy object incorrectly can lead to acute muscle or ligament strains that can last for only short periods or linger longer. These strains are small little tears in the actual muscles of the lower back.

TENS and EMS

TENS Units

There are numerous ways to alleviate discomfort associated with pain. Through the use of NSAIDs or heat and ice packs, many of our aches and pains can be solved. One unique way of dealing with pain is through the use of a TENS unit. By using electrical impulses to affected areas, we can seek pain relief in a non-medicinal manner. These units are simple to use and are battery-operated.

Hot/Cold Therapy Systems

Pain Relief Through Cold - Five Best Cold Therapy Systems for 2024

Cold therapy or cryotherapy is used to treat acute injuries to your musculoskeletal system. Anyone who has experienced a sprained ankle or wrist has heard the phrase “put some ice on it.” Applying cold or ice therapy to an acute injury can help shorten recovery time and potentially minimize pain.

TENS and EMS

How to Use TENS and EMS Units for Pain Management & Muscle Stimulation?

TENS is a small, portable and battery-operated machine which is worn on the body. TENS machines send small electronic stimulating pulses across the skin surface and along the nerve strands. This help to ease pain especially in people suffering from painful conditions such as back pain, arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, neck pain, ankle and foot pain, multiple sclerosis and sciatica.

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