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No Gym? No Problem. If you live with arthritis, you’ve probably heard it before: “Just keep moving.” But when your joints hurt, that’s easier said than done. The key is knowing how to move—safely,...

Regain Your Independence—One Tool at a Time Living with arthritis can make everyday tasks—like opening a jar, climbing stairs, or standing from a chair—feel more frustrating than they should. But...

Does Cold Weather Really Make Arthritis Worse? If your joints “predict the weather” better than your phone, you’re not imagining it. Many people with arthritis notice more stiffness, soreness, or...

Is That Morning Stiffness Normal—or a Sign of Arthritis? We’ve all felt it: that creaky, stiff feeling when you first get out of bed or after sitting too long. For many adults over 55, a little...

There are a lot of myths about exercise and aging. Let’s bust a few of the most common ones—and share how real Vitality At Home patients proved them wrong. Myth #1: I’m Too Old to Exercise...

Independence is the number one goal we hear from our patients. But independence doesn’t mean doing everything by yourself. It means having the right support systems so you can keep living life on...

Many people wonder: should I see a physical therapist or a personal trainer? Both play important roles in staying healthy and active, but the services they provide—and the level of expertise—are...

Do you feel like everything is slowing down for you—walking, standing up, even thinking clearly? The truth is, some of what feels like “slowing down” is actually weakness, not aging. Normal Aging...

Whether you love golfing, gardening, biking the White Pine Trail, or keeping up with your grandkids at Millennium Park, physical therapy helps you stay in the game. Common Challenges After 60 Stiff...

Did you know you don’t need to be homebound to get physical therapy at home? Many people think in-home therapy is only for those recovering from surgery or illness. But with Vitality At Home, we...