Physical Therapy
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Rehabilitation for Common Running Injuries
Running injuries occur at all age ranges and skill levels, making them unique from patient-to-patient. Physical therapists aren’t just…
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Return to Learn Concussion Protocol: Evaluating Student Athletes
A ‘return to learn concussion protocol’ is a gradual, step-wise process that ensures that academic activities do not…
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PT Management of Osteoarthritis: Conservative and Surgical Management for Hand and Wrist
Osteoarthritis in the hand and wrist can be very debilitating for patients, who are often confused and lost…
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The Non-Sport Aspects of Concussion Management
Concussion management extends beyond the initial event and physical recovery and involves many non-sport aspects that are important…
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Body Neglect in Stroke Patients
Body neglect in stroke patients is a neuropsychological condition that occurs due to damage in one hemisphere of…
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Proper Nutrition and the Physical Therapist
Physical therapists (PTs) tend to focus on functional capabilities, strength, flexibility, and other physical components of the rehabilitation…
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The Pros and Cons of Ballistic Stretching
What is ballistic stretching? Ballistic stretching uses momentum to force a muscle beyond its normal range of motion.…
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A Team Approach to Fighting Alzheimer’s
When it comes to fighting Alzheimer’s, it takes a team. According to Alzheimer’s Association figures, more than six…
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Tips for Pediatric Travel Physical Therapy
Travel physical therapy has become a popular career path for many physical therapy professionals. With significantly high vacancy…
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What is the Difference Between Dystonia and Dyskinesia?
Dystonia and dyskinesia are two involuntary movement disorders familiar to most physical therapists. Both are often associated with…
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Concussion Protocols for Physical Therapists
What is a concussion? A concussion is a form of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a…
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How to Become a Certified Hand Therapist
Approximately 2.6 million Americans each year present to the emergency department with hand injuries. Unfortunately, there are only…
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