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PRORehab Employees Act as Rescue Angels

Throughout the month of January, PRORehab employees collected over $1100.00 to support the Community Animal Protection Association, or CAPA.

Skier's Thumb Injuries

Headed to the slopes? Skier’s thumb now accounts for a significant number of skiing injuries. Hand Therapist, Laura Bean, covers the basics of this hand injury.

19 Certified Hand Therapists

PRORehab congratulates staff hand therapist, Patrick Dungan, CHT, MOTR/L, who passed the Certified Hand Therapist examination in November 2011. Patrick earned the distinguished mark of the CHT.

Urge Incontinence – Gotta Go Now!

Medication may not be the only answer when it comes to controlling urinary urgency. Physical therapy at PRORehab is an easy, often effective, way of managing this condition.

PRORehab Works Toward a World Without Alzheimer’s

“Alzheimer’s Disease affects an estimated 5.4 million Americans of all ages; 1 in 8 older Americans has Alzheimer’s disease. It is the sixth-leading cause of death across all ages in the United States.”

Repetitive Strains During Holiday Travel

Since Thanksgiving weekend, a large portion of the nation has been traveling to and from holiday parties and shopping. With the holidays upon us, travel is greatly increased due to all of the extra obligations ...

Snowboarders: Watch Out for Your Wrists!

It’s common for snowboarders to get injured when they are attempting to break their fall by catching themselves with their hands. In a sport such as snowboarding, it’s impossible to prevent all injuries but there are certain tips you can follow to be more cautious.

How Your Weight Affects Your Joints.

As a licensed physical therapy provider, PRORehab frequently provides treatment for patients who suffer from joint pain or joint-related surgery. In our experience, patients who are physically fit are likely to...

Pelvic Floor Problems Are Not Just a “Female Issue”

Urinary leakage and pelvic floor dysfunction have often been thought of as “female issues”. However, many men are finding that rehab of the pelvic floor is beneficial to their urinary complaints as well.

Are You A Runner with Chronic Hamstring Pain? A Golfer with Elbow Pain? ASTYM Can Help.

PRORehab now offers ASTYM System treatment at eight locations in the Metro Area, including Alton and Fairview Heights, IL. ASTYM certified therapists perform this soft tissue technique using specialized tools...
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