Articles by Morgan Gotthardt

Articles by Morgan Gotthardt

  • Elderly woman stretching on a floor mat
    September 16, 2021

    8 Pilates Exercises to Help Improve Senior Health

    Pilates is a perfect exercise regimen for older adults because it does not have the impact on the body that other forms of exercise do and is not nearly as severe on the joints as most workouts. Learn more about Pilates and its benefits to find out if it's the right exercise program for you!
  • Woman holding kettlebell at the knees
    September 8, 2021

    7 Kettlebell Exercises for a Total Body Workout

    Kettlebell benefits include increasing range of motion, improving core strength, promoting good posture, and developing explosive power through dynamic movements. Switch up your at-home workout routine with these 7 kettlebell exercises that work the whole body!
  • Patient Appreciation Day: How Can I Improve Patient Care?
    August 12, 2021

    Patient Appreciation Day: How Can I Improve Patient Care?

    Patient Appreciation Day is observed and celebrated on August 21st in the medical community and among healthcare providers. Performance Health is the logical choice for rehabilitation and recovery providers and patients. Thank you to all the healthcare providers who trust us to help their patients get back to doing what they love!
  • Obi Robotic feeder on kitchen counter, holding spoon ready to pick up various fruits.
    August 5, 2021

    12 Dining Aids for Adults with Cerebral Palsy

    Meals for those who have cerebral palsy, regardless of how severe the disorder is, can last much longer than the average mealtime. It can be difficult for adults with cerebral palsy (CP) to eat or drink if they have trouble controlling their hands. Fortunately, dining aids like weighted utensils and robotic feeders can help adults with CP go on to lead an independent life. Read this round up to learn about 12 dining aids that help increase user independence during mealtime!
  • Woman on ground, with knees resting on stability pads and one arm propping her up with the other extended out in front
    July 29, 2021

    9 Exercises to Improve Balance

    Exercise can help improve your balance, reduce your risk of falls, and promote your overall safety & wellbeing. If you exercise regularly, incorporate exercise products like stability discs or wobble boards into your daily balance training routine. To avoid feeling unsteady, use these 9 exercises to improve your balance and move through your day with ease.
  • Person strapping up their white and black roller blades
    July 26, 2021

    5 Safety Tips to Prevent & Treat Inline Skating Injuries

    Some of the most common injuries that occur when inline skating are fractures and sprains. There are many ways to reduce your risk of injury, such as wearing the right protective equipment or warming up the muscles. After losing your balance and falling on a hard surface, the RICE method can help treat injuries and speed up recovery.
  • Group of people playing beach volleyball on sunny day.
  • diver swimming laps in pool
    July 1, 2021

    8 Exercises to Improve Your Swimming

    Even though swimming isn’t a contact sport, swimmers are still at risk for injuries. Using a resistance band can reduce the chance of shoulder injury and improve stroke mechanics. Swimmers can easily develop muscle imbalance between the major muscle groups that get worked in the water and those muscle groups that do not. Follow the steps to these resistance band stretches and workouts to warm up and build strength.

  • Person in pain, holding groin area
    June 22, 2021

    8 Exercises to Reduce Risk of Groin Injuries

    If you're an active person, you may associate pain in the lower abdomen or groin to a muscle strain. Groin injuries are often seen in athletes who participate in sports such as ice hockey or football. As you get older, it’s more likely that the groin pain is the result of a hernia. While you can't prevent hernias, you can be aware that they are a common cause of groin pain. Learn more about the common types of groin injuries and how to prevent them from happening!