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I’m a Physical Therapist, and This Is the Most Common Mistake People Make When Exercising

Fast-Tracking Physical Therapy Can Save Time, Money

MADIGAN ARMY MEDICAL CENTER, Wash. - If you've ever twisted your ankle and seen it swell up to the size of a softball, you know that having it examined...

A Simplified Guide To Physical Therapy For Strokes

Learn why physical therapy for strokes is so helpful for stroke survivors, and what to look for as you select a facility and seek out services.

Need physical therapy? 3 key questions your PT will ask

Physical therapy can be helpful if you have an injury or a condition that affects mobility or is causing pain. But before you embark on a course of treatment, your physical therapist will ask cruci...

Rethinking Movement: Why You Should See a Physical Therapist Every Year

Your muscles need a regular checkup even more than your teeth do.

What Can Physical Therapy Do?

What Can Physical Therapy Do? The Healing Power of Physical Therapy Have you recently sustained an injury or some other serious physical setback? Are you experiencing pain and weakness from an old injury or a chronic health condition? If so,...

Making Physical Therapy Work For You

I was having a conversation this morning with someone who was asked to consider physical therapy again, despite best efforts, instead of going the surgic...

Physical Therapy: What To Expect

WHAT IS PHYSICAL THERAPYPhysical Therapy (PT) is the treatment of disorders with physical agents and methods such as therapeutic exercises, mobilization, electrical and light modalities to assist in rehabilitating patients and restoring normal function after an illness or injury. Physical therapy is a necessary tool to bring a patient back to their full physical potential. Physical therapy care focuses primarily on the rehabilitation of motor…

Physical therapist helps stroke patients regain independence

As a physical therapist, Kevin Meglan fills a critical role on Lake Regional's stroke team. “Therapy is an important phase of recovery for many

Earlier physical therapy may help older patients with back pain

(HealthDay)—For older adults presenting to their primary care providers with a new visit for back pain, early referral to physical therapy (PT) services results in no clinically meaningful differences in outcomes; however, the extent of improvement in symptoms may be greater, according to a study published in the Aug. 1 issue of The Spine Journal.

The Top 6 Things Physical Therapists Treat That Are A Surprise to Consumers

When we look at the history of Physical Therapy the profession is only about 50 or so years old. We as a profession are in an infant stage of development. The medical profession is hundreds of years old and the amount of learning and discovery is still happening. As you might imagine the growth o

6 Partnership Ideas for Physical Therapy Clinics

Partnering with other providers and business entities is a fantastic way to boost revenue and connect with your community. Here are six unique avenues to partnerships for PT practices.

Self-Care Isn't Always Sweet And Cozy

When I share that I’m in a bad place, I’m told to curl up in bed with a nice book, eat my favorite ice cream or to take a relaxing bath. While these are all wonderful and helpful ideas, I think it’s important to discuss aspects of self-care that aren’t all about resting and treating yourself.

Not just child care, loving care!

There's so much more to child care than caring for a child. Guidance, love, nurturing, and support all play a big role. We can wipe noses and tie laces all day and that's taking care of a child,...

Self-care isn't enough. We need community care to thrive.