This is the time of the year when the sun sets earlier, the air becomes chilly, and snowflakes are in the forecast. As children, we may have heard that bears hibernate in the winter, but do humans do the same? The winter...
Interval Walking: Health Benefits of the "Japanese Walking Method"
Brown University Health Blog Team
November 25, 2025
One of the latest exercise trends is known as the Japanese Walking Method and some studies show that it can have increased health benefits over steady-pace walking for exercise. Learn more about this exercise trend and how it...
So You Have a Disc Problem: What to Know About Disc Pain
Lionel Sennacherib McIntosh, MD
September 12, 2025
Pain in the lower back can be caused by a variety of issues. Getting the correct diagnosis is the first step to treating the problem. What is a disc problem? A disc problem can present as any number of issues related to the...
The Benefits of Physical Therapy After Leg Amputation
Marcia Caetano, PT
July 22, 2025
Outpatient physical therapy plays a crucial role for individuals learning to live with a prosthetic lower limb after amputation. Beyond simply learning to walk again, professional gait training helps patients achieve balance...
