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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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August 6, 2025Participation in youth sports continues to grow, offering numerous physical, emotional, and social benefits. However, it also brings an increased risk of sports-related injuries. Physical therapists (PTs) play a crucial role in both preventing these injuries and facilitating safe recovery. -
July 30, 2025Washing the Worry Away: Bathing Aids for a Safe Shower
The ability to shower or bath safely and efficiently can often become extremely challenging following a surgical procedure, injury or illness. The good news is there are myriad options to make showering easier and much more accessible. -
July 28, 2025Top Rehab Product Picks from Sales Reps: Vasyli Orthotics, Sissel Gear, KT Tape & More
Talking with customers and recommending the products that best fill their needs is what sales reps do best. As such, our sales reps have extensive experience with our products and know which ones best serve clinics. -
July 16, 2025Benefits and Tips for Conducting Backpack Screenings
If you’re a physical therapy clinic seeing a lot of students coming in with back pain, you may want to consider offering backpack screenings to assess children and the backpack they’ve chosen to see if it’s a proper match. -
July 14, 20255 Most Common Golf Injuries and Tips to Fore-get the Pain
As I have grown up around golf there has always been a discussion about if golf is a “real sport” and if it is not a “real sport” then of course there is little to no chance you can get injured. As research shows, that’s just not the case. -
July 10, 2025Introducing the Performance Health Supply List
This supply list is designed to make your shopping experience with Performance Health easier.
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July 7, 202510 Top New Products for Outpatient Rehabilitation
This curated list features 10 innovative physical and occupational therapy products designed to elevate your practice. These solutions can help expand your clinical capabilities. -
June 27, 2025Understanding Your HSA and FSA Benefits: Frequently Asked Questions
Whether you're new to these benefits or just need a refresher, this article breaks down the most common questions about HSA and FSA accounts in a clear Q&A format. -
June 23, 2025Medical 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.





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