Monthly Archives

December 2016

Sports

Winter Sports Safety

Utah’s mountains are known for the “Greatest Snow on Earth.” In 2013, local resorts had 4.2 million skier visits, which is the third best season on record, according to the Utah Tourism Industry Association. Many…
December 30, 2016
Winter

Winter Weather Injuries

Winter weather can present  hazardous conditions here in Utah. Sub-freezing temperatures create icy conditions, making falls more common. Motor vehicle accidents are more common due to these same icy conditions that create treacherous road conditions.…
December 27, 2016
General Information

Direct Access

No referral? No problem? Physical therapy in Utah is recognized as a “direct access” health service. This means that a physician referral is not required by state law to access physical therapists' services for evaluation…
December 16, 2016
General Information

Medicinal Balls

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between these balls and children’s toys? These large balls are known as yoga, stability, or exercise balls and they actually have many different purposes. They can be…
December 12, 2016