Physical Therapy & Recovery

Top 5 Products for Caregivers to Reduce Back and Joint Pain

Top 5 Products for Caregivers to Reduce Back and Joint Pain

Posted by Carewell Team on Thu Sep 11 2025

Caring for a loved one is a profoundly rewarding experience, but it can also take a physical toll. The repetitive movements of lifting, transferring, and assisting with daily tasks can lead to significant back and joint pain for caregivers. Fortunately, many products are designed to support your body and reduce this strain, allowing you to provide care more comfortably and safely. Read More


6 Easy At-Home Exercises: Improve Balance and Prevent Falls

6 Easy At-Home Exercises: Improve Balance and Prevent Falls

Posted by Chad Birt on Wed Feb 22 2023

You may not be able to turn back the clock and recapture your youth, but you can improve balance and prevent falls with easy at-home exercises. Setting aside 20-30 minutes each day to build muscle and improve coordination can help you stay mobile for years to come. Here are 6 easy at-home exercises to try during in 2021. Read More


Physical Therapy After a Stroke: What to Expect and Necessary Supplies

Physical Therapy After a Stroke: What to Expect and Necessary Supplies

Posted by Chad Birt on Tue Jun 13 2023

After a stroke, you may need to relearn skills, such as how to get dressed, brush your teeth, and bathe. This process can be slow and difficult, but physical and occupational therapy help. If you or a loved one recently had a stroke, you might wonder what stroke recovery entails. Read More


15 Minute Challenge: Just Breathe

15 Minute Challenge: Just Breathe

Posted by Valerie Henderson on Fri Nov 13 2020

Whenever, wherever, and however long you practice mindful breathing, the most important thing is to take some time to focus on yourself, reduce acute anxiety, and—to paraphrase Ray Charles—say “Hit the road, stress, and don’t you come back no more, no more, no more, no more.” Read More