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National Wellness Month
Health & Wellness Innovations
By focusing on everyday health needs and continuously evolving our offerings, we are setting the stage for sustained success throughout 2026. Here are some snapshots of the most exciting new products and categories we now have to offer on our website!
October is National Physical Therapy Month
Share the Benefits of PT!
It’s October, which means, in addition to Halloween, it’s National Physical Therapy Month! Thank you to the 250,000+ PTs in the U.S.1 Performance Health appreciates all you do to help people improve their quality of life so they can move better and manage their pain!
World Alzheimer's Month
Strategies to Support Brain Health, Balance, and Mobility
Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month is an opportunity to highlight a message clinicians can share with patients and caregivers: movement matters for the brain. Exercise is not a cure for Alzheimer’s disease, but regular physical activity is associated with better overall brain health.
Want to Learn More? Explore our expert-led, free on-demand courses which cover rehabilitation, therapy, patient care, sports medicine, and more.
National Safe and Sound Week
Work Conditioning and Work Hardening for Return-to-Work Rehab
Every day, workers experience injuries that interrupt not only their health but also their ability to earn a living. While many individuals recover with traditional rehabilitation following an injury or surgery, others require more intensive, job-specific rehabilitation before they can safely resume their work responsibilities.
Medical and Rehabilitation Supplies
Made in the USA
We proudly produce high-quality products from our industry-leading brands in the USA, where innovation begins at home. Sourcing our products right here in America means we are able to maintain high quality, dependable inventory, and keep the supply chain reliable for our customers.
Press Release:
Exclusive Distributor for HEELIFT®
As of May 11, 2026, Performance Health is the exclusive authorized distributor of all HEELIFT® families of suspension boots as well as ELBOWLIFT products for the United States and Canada. We are excited to be able to offer these extensive lines of patented products, developed for patient comfort and recovery.
Hand Therapy Week:
6 Powerful Benefits of Hand Therapy
Our hands are our tools for life — we work, create, communicate, and care using them. So, when injury, pain, or dysfunction affects our hands or upper limbs, it can have a serious impact on daily life. This is where hand therapy comes in — a specialized form of rehabilitation that focuses on improving strength, mobility, and function in the hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders.
Women's Health Month:
Postpartum Pelvic Floor Exercises
This isn’t about fitting into your pre-pregnancy jeans or a number on the scale, but rather making sure you’re the strongest woman and mom that you can be. Clinical guidelines consistently recognize pelvic floor muscle training as an important part of postpartum recovery.
The Power of
Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy is rooted in the powerful statement that participation in meaningful activities enriches lives. During Occupational Therapy Month, and throughout the rest of the year, we celebrate occupational therapy practitioners who help individuals engage in the activities that give life purpose.
Veteran Care Standouts for Comfort, Safety & Mobility
Caring for our nation’s veterans means providing tools that support independence, mobility, and comfort at every stage of life. From managing chronic pain to ensuring safe daily routines, having the right equipment can make all the difference.
Letter from Leadership:
Physical Therapists are the Backbone of Our Mission at Performance Health
Performance Health supports physical therapists by delivering trusted solutions directly to the point of care. With over 70 years of expertise as your trusted rehabilitation partner, we take pride in our dedication to PTs and the future of the industry.
Pelvic Floor Function and Dysfunction – It’s Not Always About Kegels!
Although gaining more interest and increased awareness, pelvic health remains a quiet, often stigmatized subject—yet it is central to a woman’s well-being at every stage of life.
Top 10 Products for Your Occupational Therapy Clinic
Having the right equipment is essential to helping patients recover from an injury or surgery.
Why Annual Equipment Calibration is So Important
As a clinician, it’s important to ensure your medical equipment is in full working order and maintained through regular medical device testing and calibration.
12 Ways to Stay Healthy This Holiday Season
During the busy holiday season, it’s easy to lose sight of health and wellness. It is important to stay active, eat mindfully, and focus on your mental health throughout the year.
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October 14, 2026To achieve meaningful, lasting outcomes, clinicians must deploy an orthotic strategy that continues therapeutic mechanical tension long after the active therapy session concludes. -
October 7, 2026Detecting Subclinical Lymphedema Using the LymphScanner
Most lymphedema referrals start the same way. A patient mentions a ring feels tighter, or a sleeve doesn't sit the way it used to, and by the time that gets reported, the fluid has usually been building for weeks. -
September 30, 2026Best Topical Treatments for Pain Relief, Manual Therapy & Skin Care
From topical pain relief products to massage creams and skin care treatments, the right topical solution can help support patient comfort, recovery, and daily care. -
September 28, 2026Better Sleep Starts with Better Positioning: How MedCline Relief Systems Help Address Nighttime Reflux and Shoulder Pain
For many people, bedtime does not always bring relief. Individuals living with acid reflux, GERD, LPR (silent reflux), shoulder pain, rotator cuff injuries, arthritis, or nighttime numbness often struggle to find a comfortable sleeping position. -
September 24, 2026Letter from Leadership: Physical Therapists are the Backbone of Our Mission at Performance Health
Performance Health supports physical therapists by delivering trusted solutions directly to the point of care. With over 70 years of expertise as your trusted rehabilitation partner, we take pride in our dedication to PTs and the future of the industry. -
September 10, 2026Aquatic Applications for Balance Optimization and Fall Prevention
Aquatic training can be a fun and engaging way to train the body; current reviews suggest that aquatic programs can improve selected balance and functional outcomes in older adults. -
September 7, 2026Here's What You Need to Safely Work with Bariatric Patients
As a healthcare professional, your main goal is the safety of your patient. However, have you ever stopped and considered the implications your actions have on your own health? -
September 4, 2026The Benefits of Choosing Performance Health as Your Comprehensive Supplier
Finding the right medical supplies should be simple, reliable, and supported by a team that understands the needs of healthcare professionals, inpatient and outpatient care settings and patients. -
September 1, 2026THERABAND® Named the #1 Clinician Recommended and Trusted Resistance Band Brand
THERABAND® has been recognized as the #1 clinician recommended and trusted resistance band brand in a recent survey of rehabilitation and healthcare professionals.





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