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Combating inactivity: Physical therapy and balance center sees increase in patients after lengthy pandemic idleness

Por: Orlando Sentinel Health September 24, 2022

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Physical therapist Tiffany Jenson recently worked with a patient who shared surprise at how much her mobility declined this year. Getting out of a chair proved difficult. The core issue often is prolonged pandemic inactivity. Many people, especially those older than age 60, have remained more sedentary since COVID-19-related issues impacted communities and activities, said Jenson, who is based at the Spokane site of Fyzical Therapy & Balance... + full article



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