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When Is a Backpack Too Heavy?

June 9, 2017

Learn more about when backpacks are too heavy and how you can deal with back pain from backpack use from UPMC experts. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care
Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics
Tagged with: back pain, back to school, backpacks, balance, posture, school safety
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Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment for Vertigo

March 22, 2017

Vertigo is a sensation of the world spinning around you. It is a balance disorder and often not a cause for serious concern. Learn more about the problem. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Ear Nose and Throat
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: balance, dizziness, vertigo, vestibular rehabilitation
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Inpatient Rehab Technology

December 29, 2013

Learn about the different types of robotics and gaming technologies provided at the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute to help patients with their recovery. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Categorized as: Rehabilitation
Tagged with: Apple, Armeo®, balance, brain injury, cardiovascular exercise, exercise bike, flexibility, GameCube®, GameCycle, gaming technology, iPad®, Lokomat, multiple sclerosis, neurological disease, Nintendo, rehabilitation, robotic leg supports, robotic treadmill, robotics, spinal cord injury, stationary bicycle, strength training, stroke, University of Pittsburgh, UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
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