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Key Stressors and Triggering Events Leading to Psychological Concerns in Student Athletes

John Boudreaux, EdD, PT, LAT, ATC, SCS

December 1, 2024

What stressors and triggering events can lead to psychological concerns in student athletes?   Read More

   


Identifying Coding and Billing Red Flags

Kathleen D. Weissberg, OTD, OTR/L, CMDCP, CDP, CFPS

November 15, 2024

What are some common coding and billing red flags in physical therapy?   Read More


Key Distinctions between Neonatal Hydrotherapy and Therapeutic Bathing for Infants

Andrea Salzman, MS, PT

November 1, 2024

What are the primary differences between neonatal hydrotherapy and therapeutic bathing?   Read More


Strategies for Progressing Bed-Based Activities in Rehabilitation

Andrea Salzman, MS, PT

October 15, 2024

What are some strategies to progress bed-based activities for rehabilitation purposes?   Read More

  


Integrating Photobiomodulation into Acute Injury Treatment Plans: Impacts on Recovery Timelines

Mark Callanen, PT, DPT, OCS

October 1, 2024

How does photobiomodulation therapy fit into an overall treatment plan for acute injuries, and how does it impact expected recovery timelines?   Read More

   


Pediatric Incontinence: Mechanisms and Physical Therapy Interventions

Jennifer Stone, PT, DPT, OCS, PHC, TPS, HLC

September 15, 2024

What are the common causes of pediatric incontinence, and how can physical therapists effectively address them, including identifying symptoms that require immediate medical attention?   Read More

 


Rehabilitation for Hamstring Injuries: How Do We Achieve Success?

John Boudreaux, EdD, PT, LAT, ATC, SCS

September 1, 2024

What are the common mechanisms of hamstring injuries and their impact on the recovery process?   Read More

  


The Importance of Meticulous Physical Therapy Documentation in Mitigating Medical Errors

Kenneth L. Miller, PT, DPT, GCS, CEEAA

August 15, 2024

How important is proper documentation by physical therapists in preventing medical errors?   Read More


SMART Goals: Elevating Patient Advocacy through Documentation

Trisha Salome, PT, DPT

August 1, 2024

How can SMART goals enhance patient advocacy through documentation?   Read More

   


Background of Photobiomodulation as a Treatment Modality

Mark Callanen, PT, DPT, OCS

July 15, 2024

What is the history behind light therapy, its development as a treatment modality and how does photobiomodulation work at the cellular level?   Read More

   


The Developmental Significance of Early Mobility and Power Mobility in Children

July 1, 2024

What is the significance of early mobility, including power mobility, in children and what is its impact on development?   Read More

  


The Benefits of Mindful Movement for K-5 Students

Amy M. Starkey, COTA/L, CTP-E, CYMHS

June 15, 2024

What is mindful movement and what are its therapeutic benefits in educational settings, particularly in managing stress, improving self-regulation, and aiding sensory processing disorders?   Read More


The Benefits of Integrating Resistance Training and HIIT for Individuals with Sarcopenia

Scott Cheatham, PT, DPT, PhD, OCS, ATC, CSCS

June 1, 2024

How can integrating resistance training and HIIT benefit individuals with sarcopenia?   Read More

   


The Ethical Imperative of Comprehensive Documentation in Physical Therapy Practice

Trisha Salome, PT, DPT

May 15, 2024

How does documentation relate to the ethical principles guiding physical therapists?   Read More

   


Addressing Caregiver Burden in Spinal Cord Injury: Strategies for Healthcare Professionals

Alaena McCool, MS, OTR/L, CPAM

May 1, 2024

What are the various stressors experienced by caregivers of individuals with spinal cord injuries, and what strategies can healthcare professionals employ to alleviate caregiver burden?   Read More

   


The Limitations and Ethical Considerations of Generative AI

Leigha Jansen, EdD, CPACC, Carolyn Smaka, AuD

April 15, 2024

What are the limitations and ethical considerations of using Generative AI in healthcare?   Read More


Cognitive Benefits of Play

Tere Bowen-Irish, OTR/L

April 1, 2024

What are the cognitive benefits of play?   Read More


Indicators for Human Trafficking for the Health Care Provider

Hannah Halbreich, MSW, LICSW

March 15, 2024

What are the comprehensive indicators for human trafficking, and specifically, what signs should healthcare professionals be vigilant for in cases of sex and labor trafficking?   Read More


Jurisprudence and Physical Therapy

Calista Kelly, PT, DPT, ACEEAA, Cert. MDT

March 1, 2024

Do all states mandate jurisprudence requirements for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants, and what is the rationale behind the need for professionals in physical therapy to stay info...   Read More


Communication Strategies for Patient's with Dementia

Megan L. Malone, MA, CCC-SLP, Jennifer Loehr, MA, CCC-SLP

February 15, 2024

As health care professionals, should we alter our communication depending on the stage of dementia a patient is in?   Read More

 


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