Written by:
KAMERON IHRY HODEM PT, DPT, MTC
Kameron can be reached at kameron@apexptwellness.com
See your primary care provider regularly
Men need to not just be better about going in when they are having a problem, but also need to be better about having regular check-ups. Men are far more likely to not go to routine check-ups or physicals.
Establish your primary Physical Therapist
PT’s are the movement experts. And we are the experts at conservative treatment for muscle and skeletal issues. Getting to a therapist early when problems are being noticed will keep those little aches and injuries from slowing us down, and will prevent them from turning into something bigger.
Stay Socially Connected
For reasons that aren’t entirely clear, people with fewer and weaker social connections (which tends to include men more often than women) tend to have higher death rates. This is important for our emotional health. Try and reach out and talk with friends and family daily.
Sleep and Recovery
Regular sleep patterns and getting at least 6-8 hours of sleep per night improve life expectancy. Its not just sleep that is important though. Mental recovery through prayer or medication are great ways to recharge and recover during the day
Lifestyle
This would not be a legit list if it did not include making healthy lifestyle changes with diet and exercise. This is widely known. How to do this is a harder step. A Physical Therapist could be a great starting point for a person to start to make those changes.
We are a private practice outpatient physical therapy clinic offer high quality care with a personal touch. We believe that every patient should receive the quality care needed to help them prevent or rehabilitate their injuries or illnesses.
