Balance

  • Role of Physical Therapy in Individuals with Down Syndrome

    Role of Physical Therapy in Individuals with Down Syndrome

    October 7, 2025

    Earlier this year, I had the privilege of working with Charlie. Charlie is a 23-year-old with Down syndrome(DS) who had right hip pain limiting his ability to go on hikes […]

  • What is a Blaze Pod?

    What is a Blaze Pod?

    July 11, 2024

    One of our favorite tools we like to use at Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy Grandville is a product called BlazePods. Blaze Pods are electronic discs that light up in random […]

  • 3 Exercises to Add to Your Daily Routine

    3 Exercises to Add to Your Daily Routine

    October 17, 2022

    Regular exercise is one of the best things you can do for your overall health. Being physically active can improve your brain health, help manage weight, reduce the risk of […]

  • What’s a Physical Therapists Favorite Exercise?

    What’s a Physical Therapists Favorite Exercise?

    June 6, 2022

    Hi! I’m Tamara Kas, DPT and I’m a physical therapist at our Grand Rapids City Clinic. If I had to pick my absolute favorite exercise, it would be the SL […]

  • Strengthen your Balance

    Strengthen your Balance

    April 7, 2020

      “I am fearful. I have a history of falling, and I don’t want to fall ever again.”  Would you believe me if I said you can “strengthen” your balance? […]