Amy M. Fleshman P.T.

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• Is Physical Therapy Meant for Short-term Use?

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• What are the Benefits of Plyometrics?

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• Self-Care for Parkinson's Disease Patients

  At some point in the development of the disease, Parkinson’s affects the patient’s life. Nothing can prepare you for the feeling brought upon by hearing the diagnosis, which sometimes may seem numbing and scary. Parkinson’s disease isn’t curable, and knowing that you will have the disease...

• Scapula and Winged Scapula: Anatomy, Function, Injuries, and Defects

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• Does Kinesiology Tape Work?

  What is a kinesiology tape?Most people would recognize kinesiology tapes as bright-colored tapes with fascinating configurations. A kinesiology tape is a thin and stretchy fabric made from cotton or nylon blend. This stretchy fabric is backed up with an adhesive, which is made from hypoallergenic...