Therapies

Physical Therapy, PT, State of the Profession

Physical Therapists: Survey Insights from the State of the Profession Guide

By Mehreen Rizvi | October 22, 2024

Here’s a snapshot from our 2024 State of the Therapies Guide: Insights from the Rehabilitation Professionals. Physical therapists are a growing profession, with job opportunities expected to increase 15% between... Read more

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PTs, Are You Ready for the IDDSI?

By Mehreen Rizvi | October 17, 2024

Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, is a common issue for patients with neurological disorders, stroke, or other conditions that affect muscle control. Physical therapists (PTs) play an important role in helping... Read more

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National Physical Therapy Month

By Mehreen Rizvi | October 10, 2024

National Physical Therapy Month (NPTM) is celebrated every October. We, at HomeCEU, want to raise awareness about the benefits of physical therapy and to honor the professionals who help improve... Read more

Diabetes Pathophysiology, Physical Therapist, PT

Diabetes Pathophysiology and Management for Physical Therapists

By Mehreen Rizvi | September 16, 2024

Explore the connection between diabetes and physical therapy. Diabetes mellitus, a widespread endocrine disorder, presents a unique set of challenges for healthcare providers, including physical therapists (PTs). This condition, usually... Read more

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How Do I Renew My Physical Therapy License in Michigan?

By Mehreen Rizvi | May 16, 2024

A quick summary of your Michigan physical therapy license renewal requirements. According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, more than 229,000 physical therapists work in the United States. Over... Read more

Category_Community, hip osteoarthritis, Physical Therapy, PT, rehab

Hip Osteoarthritis: Rehab and Treatment Strategies

By Pieter L. de Smidt, PT, DPT, Cert. MDT, MTC | April 13, 2024

It's also important to measure balance performance and activities that predict the risk of falls in adults with hip osteoarthritis. What is hip osteoarthritis (OA)? Hip osteoarthritis (OA) is a... Read more

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A PT’s Guide to Rehabilitation After ACL Surgery

By Jami Cooley | March 21, 2024

People of all ages, physical conditions, and abilities can tear an ACL. A complex set of tendons and ligaments help stabilize and support the knee joint with its every movement,... Read more

Category_Community, Hip and Knee Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy, PT

Hip and Knee Rehabilitation for the Physical Therapist

By Jami Cooley | March 19, 2024

Different standardized tests are helpful when assessing the functional ability and fall risk in a patient. Hip pain and knee pain are very common reasons for patients to seek physical... Read more

Physical Therapy, PT, Rehabilitation, Running Injuries

Rehabilitation for Common Running Injuries

By Mehreen Rizvi | March 12, 2024

Running-related injuries aren’t all equally prevalent for every runner. Running injuries occur at all age ranges and skill levels, making them unique from patient to patient. Physical therapists aren’t just... Read more

Category_Community, Concussion, Physical Therapy, PT, Rehabilitation and Care

What to Do After a Concussion: Rehabilitation and Care

By Mehreen Rizvi | February 15, 2024

Concussions are complex injuries that require a broad base of assessment tools to fully understand. A common disorder in children and adolescents, concussions can have long-term consequences, affecting a person’s... Read more

Category_Community, Ergonomics, Physical Therapist, PT

The ABCs of Ergonomics in the Workplace for Rehab Professionals

By Mehreen Rizvi | January 17, 2024

Rehab professionals are all about changing people’s lives for the better. Ergonomics. It’s a word physical therapists hear often in both professional and educational contexts. But what does it mean?... Read more

Category_Community, Chronic Pain, pain catastrophizing, Physical Therapist, PT

Reducing Chronic Pain by Controlling Pain Catastrophizing

By Jami Cooley | January 1, 2024

Pain catastrophizing can influence pain-related outcomes through a range of theoretical mechanisms. Pain as a symptom, which is now considered the fifth vital sign, accounts for approximately 80% of physician... Read more

Category_Community, Deconditioning, Deconditioning Older Adults, Physical Therapy, PT

Treating Deconditioning in Older Adults

By Jami Cooley | November 21, 2023

Especially in older adults, deconditioning is a significant factor in physical outcomes. As the saying goes, “use it or lose it.” Especially in older adults, deconditioning is a significant factor... Read more

Category_Community, Category_Physical Therapy, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Physical Therapy, PT

A PT’s Guide to Preventing Deep Vein Thrombosis

By Mehreen Rizvi | October 30, 2023

Physical therapists play a critical role in identifying and preventing deep vein thrombosis in at-risk patients. A 36-year-old female patient receives treatment at a physical therapy clinic for lymphedema management... Read more

Category_Community, Category_Physical Therapy, Integrated Care, Physical Therapy, PT

When Physical Therapy and Integrated Care Meet

By Mehreen Rizvi | September 25, 2023

Physical Therapist should pursue the best possible integrated care relationships with their healthcare partners. Pursuing Integrated Care Relationships As the healthcare industry transitions to value-based care, there’s no denying the... Read more

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Accessible Play for the Pediatric Therapist

By Tasha Holmes, MOT, OTR/L, BCP | September 22, 2023

Accessible play is a meaningful activity for children of all ages. Accessible play provides the opportunity for self-directed enjoyment and allows children to acquire developmental skills such as problem-solving, socialization,... Read more

Category_Community, OT, PT, stroke, stroke rehab, Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist

Becoming A Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist

By Jami Cooley | August 15, 2023

A comprehensive rehabilitation approach is vital to stroke recovery. According to the CDC, every 40 seconds someone in the United States suffers from a stroke. Every year alone, more than... Read more

Category_Community, Nutrition, Physical Therapist, PT

Proper Nutrition and the Physical Therapist

By Jami Cooley | June 21, 2023

Proper nutrition can have a major impact on a patient’s healing journey after injury. Physical therapists (PTs) tend to focus on functional capabilities, strength, flexibility, and other physical components of... Read more

Category_Community, Occupational Therapy, OT, Physical Therapy, post stroke, PT, stroke

Managing Post-Stroke Incontinence

By Mehreen Rizvi | June 11, 2023

Post-stroke incontinence occurs when the forebrain is damaged - the forebrain is the largest part of the brain. According to the Stroke Association, about half of all stroke survivors admitted... Read more

Category_Community, Dyskinesia, Dystonia, Physical Therapist, PT

What is the Difference Between Dyskinesia and Dystonia?

By Leyna Antonucci, PT, DPT | May 26, 2023

While dystonia and dyskinesia have similarities, it is important for physical therapists to know the differences. Dystonia and dyskinesia are two involuntary movement disorders familiar to most physical therapists. Both... Read more

Category_Community, Concussion Protocols, Physical Therapist, PT

Concussion Protocols for Physical Therapists

By Mehreen Rizvi | May 25, 2023

Concussion symptoms are typically temporary. Severe concussions or multiple concussions may cause lasting long-term effects on the chemical balance and overall function of the brain. What is a concussion? A... Read more

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Memorial Day and the Impact of War

By Mehreen Rizvi | May 23, 2023

The Impact of War on Occupational & Physical Therapy. The demand for both occupational and physical therapy grew throughout the war. World War I had a profound impact on both... Read more

Category_Community, Category_Occupational Therapy, Category_Physical Therapy, OT, PT, trigger points

What is Trigger Point Therapy?

By Jami Cooley | May 23, 2023

Trigger points can happen almost anywhere in the body. Any small area of tension within a muscle can be a trigger point. What are trigger points? Trigger points are areas... Read more

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