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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
According to the VA, which is at the forefront of diabetes research, nearly 25% of Veterans who receive VA care have diabetes. This guide explores the types of diabetes, common symptoms, the heightened risk among Veterans, and practical tools and tips to help protect their health.
John Kenney, PhD, BOCO, wrote the article Anti-Spasticity Contracture Bracing, in which he shows how traditional static ball hand splints fall short of the needs patients with spasticity have, and how technological advancements have allowed the shift toward dynamic bracing. This article will summarize that study.
Performance Health is excited to announce the partnership with LiveBand® BFR of Innovation Lab. This partnership will expand access to the LiveBand® BFR product and extend distribution of this cutting-edge technology, reaching sports medicine professionals who are seeking recovery and performance enhancing solutions.
SPINEFITTER's unique design and functionality make it a valuable tool for improving various aspects of fitness training, including core strengthening, enhanced flexibility, and injury prevention.
SPINEFITTER, a novel therapeutic instrument developed by Sissel, is transforming the fields of spinal rehabilitation. Its innovative design integrates the principles of myofascial release, joint mobilization, and proprioceptive training, offering a versatile and effective tool for physical therapists.
LiveBand® BFR, a venture of the Innovation Lab, and Performance Health are pleased to announce a strategic partnership to expand access to their product. This collaboration marks a major step forward.
I began to reflect on my past 30 years in the profession and what impact I have had (as we each have had) on human experience. So, I put my academic side away and will write from the heart. No bibliography, no citations, no statistics, no quotes, just experience. From its origins in the early 1900’s, the profession of occupational therapy has been focused on the health and well-being of every individual it serves.
Lymphedema, a progressive and chronic condition affecting millions worldwide, often goes unrecognized and untreated. Therapists regularly encounter patients with lymphatic system injuries, such as post-surgical swelling or trauma-related edema.
Your treatment table is an essential tool designed to support your patients’ recovery and well-being.
We understand the demands of your practice and your commitment to maintaining high-quality medical equipment. That’s why we’re providing this quick upholstery cleaning guide.
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