Holiday Eating: Tips for a Healthier Holiday
Reviewed and contributions made by Lisa Gleason, Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist So often the holidays come and go in a flurry of […]
Staying Hydrated: Cold Water vs. Lukewarm Water
Reviewed by Dallas Reynolds, PT, DPT, Cert. DN, COMT It’s generally known that people should drink about eight cups of […]
Calculating Your Target Heart Rate for Exercise
Reviewed and contributions made by Kendra Rorabaugh, Sr. Business Development Manager, MBA, BA, Kinesiology & Exercise Science We’ve all felt […]
Five Lesser-Known Mental Health Benefits of Exercise
Reviewed and contributions made by Sarah Primeau, Certified USA Triathlon Coach, Yoga and STOTT Pilates instructor, & ATI Senior Sales […]
Put Yourself First! Self-Care Is Key
Staying Healthy Means Echoing the Advice We Give Patients Ryan Geary, PT, DPT, SCS, ATI Clinic Director in SC and […]
Get the Most from Your Health Insurance Before Year’s End | ATI
Get the Most from Your Health Insurance Before the End of the Year As another long year draws to a […]
Heart Healthy Habits For Seniors
Young At Heart: Heart Healthy Habits For Seniors When it comes to the impact of age on the heart, there’s […]
A Cure for What Ails Healthcare’s Benchmarking Ills?
By: Chris E. Stout, PhD In this time of rapidly evolving payer models—the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA, or […]
Healthy Traveling Makes for Happy Travelers
Contributions by: Julianne Lessard OTR/L,CHT Air travel these days can be extremely taxing on the mind, body and soul, […]
Healthy Holiday Food Swaps
Contributions by: Emily Fish, RDN, CD The aim for healthy eating around the holidays can often times be deviated off […]
Technology Trends in Healthcare and Medicine: Will 2019 Be Different?
By: Chris E. Stout, PhD This is a fitting time of year to pause and take a moment to look back […]
When Your Infant Refuses to Eat, Feeding Aversion May Be to Blame
Contributions by: Carrie Becher, Pediatric Occupational Therapist, OTRL from the ATI Grand Blanc, Mich., clinic When it comes to food, we all have […]
Tips to Avoid the Cold and Flu
By: Beth Brown, MBA, MSN, RN, CEIS™, COHC, COHN-S, Occupational Health Nurse/Lead Registered Nurse While colds and flu viruses can happen […]
A New Type of Balance Board Aimed at Peak Performance
We mean it when we say “our team leads the way in pioneering the future of the industry”. Such is […]
Keep Your Hands Safe While Swiping, Texting and Gaming
By Stephanie Levinson and Julianne Lessard OTR/L, CHT Handheld technology is constantly changing, but our bodies can’t evolve nearly as […]
Snow Skiing as a Natural Anti-Aging Remedy
Contributions by: Peter Braun MS, LAT, ATC, ITAT The effects of time on one’s body are unavoidable and often substantial. […]
Consume Calcium or Else!
By Grace Wang and Chris E. Stout, PhD Much of the Western world is interested in health insofar as it […]
How Physical Therapy is Helping to Fight the Opioid Crisis
For decades, long-term chronic pain management was widely believed to be controlled through opioids, such as Hydrocodone, Methadone and Oxycodone; […]
The Ergonomically Correct Home Office
By Grace Wang and Dr. Chris E. Stout Whether or not you realize it, you probably have a home office. […]
National Wise Health Consumer Month
By BobbieJo Paul, FNP, Provider/Health Coach, ATI Active Care Wise Health Consumer Month…what exactly is a wise health consumer? Let’s […]
March is National Nutrition Month
Have you ever thought about seeing a Registered Dietitian? The American Dietetic Association lists the top ten reasons why consulting with […]
What is Occupational Therapy?
By Chanon Vallas MS, OTR/L, CHT April is marked to celebrate the profession of occupational therapy and the impact it has […]
Sunglasses – Not Just a Fashion Accessory
By Ginger Dayton, Director of Health and Safety at ATI Worksite Solutions Almost everyone loves a bright and sunny day, but […]
Vacation Debilitation: Leisure Sickness and How to Avoid It
By Grace Wang and Dr. Chris E. Stout How many holiday meals have you had to skip because you were […]
Sitting Ourselves to Death
By Grace Wang and Dr. Chris E. Stout Whether we’re driving, sitting at our desks, or reclining in front of […]
Why Can’t I Have an Antibiotic?
By BobbieJo Paul, FNP, Provider/Health Coach, ATI Active Care Getting sick is a common part of life, but how many […]
Concussion Facts and FAQ
When you think about a concussion, what is the first thing that comes to mind? For many, it’s football. We think […]
Hectic but Healthy: How to Flourish in the Busiest Times of Your Life
By Grace Wang and Dr. Chris E. Stout What do you suppose is the number one excuse for not exercising? […]
Dealing with Anxiety
By BobbieJo Paul, FNP, Provider/Health Coach, ATI Active Care Sweaty palms, racing heart, dry mouth…the experience passes and you are […]
Avoid the Flu like the Plague
By Grace Wang and Dr. Chris E. Stout According to the United States’ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), we […]
National Handwashing Awareness Week, December 7-13
By BobbieJo Paul, FNP, Provider/Health Coach, ATI Active Care Next week, December 7-13, is National Handwashing Awareness Week. While handwashing […]
Don’t Forget to Get Your Flu Shot
By BobbieJo Paul, FNP, Provider/Health Coach, ATI Active Care Every year we see advertisements telling us to get a flu […]
Lying ChEats: Foods You Thought Were Healthy That Aren’t
By Grace Wang and Dr. Chris E. Stout If you’ve been inside a grocery store lately, chances are you’ve been […]
Can You Ever Catch Up on Sleep?
We’ve all been there at some point. It’s that point of exhaustion where our body just feels like it’s running […]
How Cold is Too Cold to Exercise Outside?
You lace up your shoes, pile on all the appropriate clothing layers, and head outside only to find that it […]
Is It Thirst or Hunger?
Have you ever been sitting around and suddenly felt hungry? You pull out some snacks and munch away only to […]
National Kidney Month
There are two small organs that are often not thought about when considering health. The kidneys are a pair of […]
Sleep and Your Health
Authored by BobbieJo Paul, FNP, Provider / Health Coach, Activate Healthcare Are you thinking about how you’re making healthy choices? Did you know […]
Bug Bites: Treatment and Prevention
By BobbieJo Paul, FNP, Provider/Health Coach, ATI Active Care Mosquitos, spiders, ticks and bees are here. The great outdoors can […]
4 Ways to Avoid Gym Germs
Whether New Year’s Resolutions or the cold weather outside are the cause, the beginning of the year brings a crowd […]
5 Ways to Make Your New Year’s Resolution Stick
With January 1st behind us, our New Year’s Resolutions are in full swing. How is your resolution going? We all start […]
Need Ideas for a New Year’s Resolution? Try These!
The New Year is here which means it’s time to make those resolutions. Sure, maybe we made some resolutions last […]
Poor Posture Affects You More Than You Know
At some point while we were growing up many of us probably heard our parents or teachers say, “Sit up […]
How Long Does It Take to Get out of Shape?
The holidays are here and with all of the shopping, family and friend gatherings and everything else, your workouts have […]
6 Ways to Combat Holiday Stress
The holidays are in full swing which means stress is either already here or on its way. From the parties to the […]
How to Dress for Winter Workouts
You check the temperature before heading out for your run: 29 degrees with a wind chill of 22. Brrr! You […]
Talking Turkey
Family, food and festivities…the ingredients for great Thanksgiving memories! But, if you’re not careful, these memories may turn into aches […]
Did You Know It’s a Gross World? Wash Your Hands.
Hand Washing: we all do it, sometimes. Did you know that hand washing has a very important role in your […]
Out of Breath After Climbing the Stairs? Here’s Why
You’ve just climbed a flight of stairs…just one…and you’re out of breath. As you continue to walk down the hall, […]
Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
Authored by: BobbieJo Paul, FNP, ATI Active Care As we leave the month of October, we’ll be seeing a change […]
Time for the Flu Shot
By: BobbieJo Paul, FNP, ATI Active Care It’s that time of the year again, and we’re all seeing advertisements and […]
Morning or Night: When Is the Best Time to Work Out?
Whether you’re a seasoned exerciser or just starting out, the question about the best time to work out has probably […]
Summertime Heat and Safety
Summer is here and so is the heat. While flu season is behind us, there are still health concerns in […]
Is Housework Considered Exercise?
The clock just struck noon and you’ve officially been cleaning your house for 4 hours now. You’re sweaty and tired […]
Sleep vs. Exercise…Which Should You Choose?
You’ve set your goals, committed to your workout plan and started improving your diet. This time, more so than any […]
Tips to Stay Motivated during Your Fitness Journey
Whether we’re seasoned exercisers or just starting out, motivation – or lack thereof – has probably crossed our minds at […]
Asthma and Allergy Awareness
Runny nose, congestion, sore throat, cough or wheezing? At what point should you become concerned? These symptoms can become recurrent, but […]
April Is National Alcohol Awareness Month
“Would you like to order a drink with that?” If you are over the age of 21, you have likely […]
March 15-21 Is National Poison Prevention Week
We often think of our home as a safe place. However, common items such as cleaning chemicals, medications and plants […]
Love Your Heart
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in both men and women. In fact, according to the CDC, about […]
Healthy Weight Week January 18 – 24
This time of year, many people choose to make a New Year’s resolution to lose weight and become healthier. Unfortunately, […]
November is American Diabetes Month
By BobbieJo Paul, Family Nurse Practitioner, ATI Active Care, Waukesha, Wisconsin Diabetes is a chronic disease that can cause serious […]
Diabetes Awareness
Diabetes is a chronic disease that can cause serious health complications and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control […]
Seasonal Influenza: Beat the Bug!
The time is NOW to protect yourself from the flu By BobbieJo Paul, Family Nurse Practitioner, ATI Active Care The […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
By BobbieJo Paul, FNP, Provider/Health Coach, ATI Active Care October is the month when you will start to see pink […]
What is Enterovirus D68?
By BobbieJo Paul, Family Nurse Practitioner, ATI Active Care, Waukesha, Wisconsin While many think of the flu season as a time […]
September is National Cholesterol Education Awareness Month
By BobbieJo Paul, Family Nurse Practitioner, ATI Active Care, Waukesha, Wisconsin According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), […]
August is National Immunization Awareness Month
Immunizations have helped many people avoid becoming sick with diseases that have caused significant illness, disability and death. However, many […]
Gua sha, an ancient treatment with modern relevance
At first glance, Gua sha treatment looks like it would be painful, but it is actually healing. This traditional East […]
Mommy Thumb Treatment Options and Symptoms
Authored by Eileen Scanlon, Hand Therapist with ATI Physical Therapy in West Dover, DE. Being a new mother is a special […]
Protect Yourself from Vector-Borne Diseases
By BobbieJo Paul, Family Nurse Practitioner, ATI Active Care, Waukesha, WI As the title suggests, World Health Day is a day […]
Reduce Your Colon Cancer Risk
By BobbieJo Paul, Family Nurse Practitioner, ATI Active Care, Waukesha, Wisconsin Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosis in […]
Taking Advantage of Stress: How It Could Help Your Health
By: Amanda Clark, PT, DPT, SCS Do you have a negative perception of stress? Do you think of it as […]
Obesity in America: How Much Is It Costing You?
By: Maggie O’Brien, PT, DPT Obesity is defined as a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30.0 or greater, or roughly […]
When to Use Ice or Heat
It’s been a crazy day! Just as you check one thing off the to-do list, it seems like two more […]
How to Eliminate Stress: 8 Tips From the Experts
Contributions by: Shelly Najjar, MPH, RDN Feeling overwhelmed, frantic or rushed? Can’t seem to get a break? Working on that […]
Getting Smart About Superfoods
By: Shelly Najjar, MPH, RDN, CD The term “superfood” is commonly used to mean a food reported to provide health […]
Fresh or Frozen – What’s Best for Your Health?
Contributions by: Emily Fish, RDN, CD After a long day of work, cooking dinner may seem like a chore at […]
How to Relieve Chronic Pain
Are you dealing with Chronic Pain? You’re not alone. Chronic pain impacts approximately 20 percent of Americans, resulting in restricted mobility, opioid […]
Wellness Tips for Winter Aches and Pains & Common Winter Injuries
Wellness Tips for Winter Aches, Pains & Sprains Wintertime can mean many different things, depending on where you live. Perhaps, […]
How to Improve Physical Health
Most of us are familiar with the popular phrase, “New Year, New You!” Coming off of what was a trying […]