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2024 State of PT Therapies Guide

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

at, athletic trainer, Category_Community, hydration
Hydration for Athletes
By Amy Ashmore, PhD | May 5, 2024
Athletes should monitor their hydration status regularly. Proper hydration for athletes is vital for top performance. It plays a significant role in overall health, athletic performance, and recovery. Dehydration can... Read more
Category_Community, Occupational Therapy, OT, technology
Occupational Therapy Continuing Education: The New Role of Technology
By Mehreen Rizvi | May 4, 2024
Let's explore the exciting ways technology can transform Occupational Therapy CE. About 82.9% of clients report satisfaction with how occupational therapists use digital assistive technology (DAT) during their sessions. But... Read more
Bipolar Disorders, Category_Community, Occupational Therapy, OT
Occupational Therapy Treatment for Bipolar Disorders: Options and Interventions
By Mehreen Rizvi | May 2, 2024
Occupational therapists may provide education and support to family members and caregivers of clients with bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder encompasses a spectrum of mood disorders, including bipolar I, bipolar II,... Read more
knee mri, knee pain, knee rehab, Occupational Therapy, OT
How to Read a Knee MRI: An OT's Perspective
By Tasha Holmes, MOT, OTR/L, BCP. | April 24, 2024
Knee injuries can affect any age group. Knee injuries encompass a wide spectrum of trauma and conditions affecting one of the body's most intricate joints. Ranging from mild strains to... Read more
Category_Community, Occupational Therapy, OT, stroke patients, stroke rehab
Occupational Therapy for Stroke Patients
By Jami Cooley | April 20, 2024
Occupational therapy interventions and treatment approaches will differ depending on the type and severity of stroke and the practice setting. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that every... 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
athletes, athletic training, Category_Community, Concussion Protocol, students
Return to Learn Concussion Protocol: Evaluating Student Athletes
By Amy Ashmore, PhD | April 3, 2024
As with any injury, recovery is a process - In the case of concussions, the injury may not be obvious. A ‘return to learn concussion protocol’ is a gradual, step-wise... Read more
Category_Community, hiv, Massage Therapy, mt
STIs, HIV, and Massage Therapy
By Mehreen Rizvi | March 27, 2024
By understanding the pathology and transmission of HIV and common STIs, massage therapists can help alleviate their client’s feelings of isolation. Massage therapy is generally safe for both clients and... Read more
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Running Injury Recovery: Helping Athletes Return to Sport
By Amy Ashmore, PhD | March 22, 2024
When planning a return to running, psychological readiness is equally as important as physical readiness. Returning to sport after a running injury requires a cautious and systematic approach to ensure... Read more
acl, acl rehabilitation, Category_Community, Physical Therapy, PT
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, NBCOT, Occupational Therapy, OT
NBCOT Certification Renewal: Understanding the Rules & Requirements
By Mehreen Rizvi | February 28, 2024
It's the beginning of the NBCOT Certification renewal period for OTRs and COTAs. Read on as we map out how HomeCEU can help you remain Active in Good Standing with... 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
Complete Concussion Management for Physical Therapists
By Shopify API | January 29, 2024
Physical therapists play a key role in the concussion-related rehabilitation process. Concussions, or mild traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), are a common sight in both private physical therapy clinics and hospitals.... Read more
Category_Community, Evidence-Based Manual Therapy, Massage Therapy, mt
Evidence-Based Manual Therapy Techniques for Massage Therapists
By Mehreen Rizvi | January 27, 2024
How to maximize Manual Therapy Techniques' effectiveness. The world of manual therapy is full of techniques. But are all manual therapy techniques created equal? How does a massage therapist evaluate... Read more
Category_Community, Myofascial Release, Techniques, Therapists, trainer
Assisted Myofascial Release Techniques: Tips for Trainers and Therapists
By Jami Cooley | January 24, 2024
Myofascial Release Techniques for Athletic Trainers. Assisted myofascial release is a form of manual therapy that targets fascia, the connective tissue that surrounds bones, muscles, and organs throughout the body.... Read more
Category_Community, Communication Problems, Occupational Therapy, OT, post stroke
Communication Problems After Stroke: How Occupational Therapy Can Help
By Mehreen Rizvi | January 19, 2024
Mitigating Communication Problems After a Stroke. Strokes, or cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), are caused by a disturbance of oxygen and blood flow to the brain. This kills off brain cells, which... Read more
Category_Community, low vision, Occupational Therapy, OT
Occupational Therapy for Low Vision
By Jami Cooley | January 19, 2024
Patients with low vision can experience difficulties with occupational performance. Occupational therapy practitioners (OTPs) play a crucial role in improving the lives of individuals with low vision. Low vision is... 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, Massage Therapy, mt, ptsd
Massage Therapy for PTSD: What Massage Therapists Should Know
By Mehreen Rizvi | January 16, 2024
To effectively incorporate massage therapy into a treatment, therapists should be mindful of timing. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a health condition arising from exposure to traumatic events. This... Read more
caregiver burnout, Category_Community, Occupational Therapy, OT
Overcoming Caregiver Burnout: How OTs Can Help Caregivers of Difficult Children
By Laurie Siegel | January 2, 2024
Healthcare professionals should create a supportive and non-judgmental environment regarding burnout for caregivers. Caregivers providing care for children with challenging behaviors are at a high risk for burnout. Research shows... 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
Cardiopulmonary, Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, Occupational Therapist, OT
Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and the Occupational Therapist
By Jami Cooley | December 14, 2023
Addressing risks & patient education are ways to lessen the occurrences of cardiopulmonary incidences. Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death globally, with an estimated 17.9 million people... Read more