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Biggest Challenges Faced by Physical Therapists
Throughout National Physical Therapy Month we have used this space to highlight the physical therapy profession and the incredible work being done by selfless practitioners around the country. As with any career, the physical therapy practice is not without its challenges and pitfalls. Let’s take a brief look at a few of the most common…
Read MoreThe History and Impact of Physical Therapy
Through the years, physical therapy has impacted millions of patients rehabilitate after an injury, surgery, or disabling condition.
Read More5 of the Best Physical Therapy Apps
By now, most physical therapists are using tablets or other mobile devices during their interactions with patients. From demonstrating how a therapy exercise should be performed to illustrating how different parts of the anatomy work together, technology
Read MoreFive Tips for Dealing With Difficult Coworkers
In healthcare, as in every other industry in the United States, we are working with a more diverse group of co-workers than ever before. No matter the size of your workplace, from the largest mega-hospital to a small private practice, you are all working
Read MoreBest Stretching Exercises for Nurses
For any of us that work in a hospital or clinical environment, one of the main goals of every shift is to stay relaxed and loose but also energized. One of the best ways to do that is to incorporate stretching into your daily work routine. The benefits
Read MoreTop Eight Apps Every Occupational Therapist Should Have
Today, one of the most important tools any OT or OTA should have at their disposal is an iPad or another tablet. With the prevalence of apps made specifically for healthcare professionals providing therapy to patients, it makes sense that a handheld device
Read MoreBest Ways for Physical Therapists to Deal With Stress
We’ve all been there. No matter what our chosen career path is, dealing with occasional stress is inevitable. Stress often accompanies a career in healthcare, and no care discipline is immune. So how do Physical Therapists deal with stress when it cree
Read More10 Great Gift Ideas for Healthcare Professionals
Do you have a special nurse or therapist in your life? At this time of year are you racking your brains trying to come up with the perfect holiday gift idea? Rack no more for in the precious time-saving space below; we list the best gifts you can get fo
Read MoreDisaster Preparedness: How Nurses Can Stay Prepared
In every 24-hour news cycle, there is typically one or more stories about a man-made or natural disaster occurring somewhere within the United States. These disasters can include any number of victims from 5 to 10 to 50 or more and as a medical professional
Read MoreThe Latest Technology for SLP Professionals
May is Better Hearing & Speech Month (BHSM). An annual series of events designated to raising awareness about communication disorders and highlighting the Speech Language Pathologists (SLP) and Audiologist professionals who are dedicated to providing treatment. The theme for 2016 is “Communication Takes Care”, with the focus being how today’s personal technology and its overuse can be harmful to the long-term development of communication skills.
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