Useful Physical Therapy & Health Resources
AMERICAN PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATON
Good diagnostic and treatment overviews, and a terrific series of videos explain various aspects of PT, Pilates and strength & conditioning.
MOVE FORWARD
A deep-resource site on physical therapy, with much of value for consumers and professionals alike. Solid diagnostic information, consumer resources, and a large video library on wide range of PT
topics. A service of the APTA.
THE ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION
The main site of the Arthritis Foundation, the largest U.S. organization devoted soley to research and treatment of arthritis, and support for arthritis sufferers. Arthritis news, education,
networking, legislation & advocacy information are available here.
NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY
“MS stops people from moving. We exist to make sure it doesn’t,” says the NMSS. Its site provides a depth of information about MS and opportunities available to deal with it.
STOTT PILATES
Stott is one of the pre-eminent sources of quality Pilates equipment. Its website boasts an equipment shopping mall, and a large collection of educational Pilates-related videos.
PILATES PRO
A site dedicated to those with an interest in teaching Pilates, becoming a certified
Pilates instructor or opening a Pilates studio.
FIT DAY
FitDay is a free online diet journal and calorie tracker trusted by more than 6 Million users around the world. Useful site if you’re trying to lose weight, looking to maintain a healthy level of fitness, or training for a specific goal.
RHODE ISLAND CHAPTER, APTA
Website for the RI affiliate of the APTA. Many career-related resources, but also RI-specific information on insurance, treatment and legislation.
AIM HIGH ACADEMY
Aim High is a youth activity, arts and athletic facilities in East Greenwich dedicated to the development of young movement artists and athletes. Aim High Academy has been working closely with Contrology for several years.