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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, athletes, athletic trainers, Category_Community
Dietary Supplements for Athletes
By Mehreen Rizvi | December 10, 2023
A balanced diet is the foundation for sports performance, certain dietary supplements can be beneficial. Are dietary supplements good for athletes? Specific dietary supplements for athletes vary by sports performance... Read more
at, athletic trainer, athletic training, Category_Community, sleep habits
Proper Sleeping Habits for Athletes
By Jami Cooley | November 30, 2023
The importance of proper sleeping habits for athletes In general, moderate exercise impacts sleep positively. However, in an analysis of over 1,600 studies, researchers found that athletes tended to suffer... Read more
Category_Community, ethics, Occupational Therapy, OT
Ethical Decision Making in Occupational Therapy
By Jami Cooley | November 27, 2023
Ethics, or the study of standards of conduct and moral judgment, is part of the branch of philosophy referred to as moral philosophy. The study of ethics includes a “systematic... Read more
Category_Community, Occupational Therapy, OT, telehealth
Choosing a Telehealth Platform
By Jami Cooley | November 23, 2023
Choosing a telehealth platform requires careful consideration. According to Smithsonian Magazine, the first telehealth platform, the Teledactyl, was imagined in 1925 by Hugh Gernsback. While the Teledactyl was never used... 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
A Multi-Disciplinary Approach to Dysphagia Therapy
By Jami Cooley | November 15, 2023
Dysphagia can occur at any age and can present differently in clients based on the cause. Although eating can seem intuitive for most people, the actual act of eating is... Read more
Category_Community, Occupational Therapy, OT, ptsd
Occupational Therapy for Post Traumatic Stress
By Laurie Siegel | October 31, 2023
Occupational therapy practitioners (OTPs) are skilled in helping people with PTSD increase functional performance by addressing barriers to occupational performance. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric disorder that... 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, Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain, Occupational Therapy, OT
Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain and the Military
By Tasha Holmes, MOT, OTR/L, BCP | October 23, 2023
Excessive exercise can lead to chronic pain in the musculoskeletal system. The military is known for its intense training and requirement of top physical condition. However, training and conditioning can... Read more
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Category_Community, Occupational Therapy, OT
Managing Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
By Jami Cooley | October 18, 2023
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome occurs when the small passageway that runs the length of the forearm to the palm compresses the median nerve. What is carpal tunnel syndrome? In the United... Read more
OT for Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities
By Jami Cooley | October 11, 2023
People with intellectual and developmental disabilities can often be diagnosed as children. As they move through life, the demands on these individuals will change based on their stage of life.... Read more
anxiety, Category_Community, depression, massage, mt
Massage for Anxiety and Depression
By Mehreen Rizvi | October 10, 2023
Those who suffer from depression should not expect massage to magically lift away their condition. Is massage good for anxiety and depression? Compared to many Eastern cultures, massage therapy is... Read more
aging, Category_Community, Occupational Therapy, older ad, OT
Supporting Aging in Place
By Elizabeth D. DeIuliis, OTD, OTR/L | October 9, 2023
Occupational therapy practitioners have unique training and knowledge to meet the needs of the aging population. The United States Census Bureau reports that Baby Boomers (which generally refers to people... Read more
aac, asha, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Category_Community, SLP, speech
AAC Devices: Augmentative and Alternative Communication Considerations
By Mehreen Rizvi | October 8, 2023
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) defines augmentative as adding to someone’s speech and alternative as being used instead of speech. Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) methods allow people who need... Read more
Management of Osteoarthritis: Conservative and Surgical Management for Hand and Wrist
By Jami Cooley | October 4, 2023
Managing osteoarthritis in the hand and wrist can be very debilitating for patients. Osteoarthritis in the hand and wrist can be very debilitating for patients, who are often confused and... Read more
Category_Community, mental health, Occupational Therapy, OT, otp
School-Based Mental Health Interventions for OTPs
By Jami Cooley | September 27, 2023
Providing mental health services in an academic setting can help support students. Providing mental health services in an academic setting can increase accessibility to services and support the occupation of... Read more
anxiety, Category_Community, dysphagia, Occupational Therapist, OT
Anxiety and Dysphagia in Public Schools: Tips for OTs
By Laurie Siegel | September 26, 2023
Dysphagia in children is a medical condition that includes difficulties chewing and swallowing food and liquid safely. Beyond being "picky eaters," this group of children is at high risk for... 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
Category_Community, Massage Therapy, mt, Swedish Massage
The Basics of Swedish Massage
By Jami Cooley | September 25, 2023
When you hear the term Swedish massage, what comes to mind? Long flowing strokes? Relaxation? General massage techniques? Explore the foundations of this modality below, starting with the strokes and... Read more
What Athletic Trainers Should Know About Opioids
By Jami Cooley | September 22, 2023
Athletic trainers must be aware of the issue of opioid use. The incidence of opioid abuse in professional athletes is estimated to range from 4.4% to 4.7% for all sports.... Read more
Accessible Play, Category_Community, Pediatric Therapist, Play therapy, PT
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, Occupational Therapy, OT, Stroke Survivors
Stroke Survivors, Pain, and the OTP
By Tasha Holmes, MOT, OTR/L, BCP | September 13, 2023
Patients who have survived a stroke often experience pain that must be addressed to improve functional performance. The American Stoke Association says 84% of stroke survivors develop shoulder pain due... Read more
Category_Community, community fitness, Occupational Therapy, OT, OTA
An Occupational Therapist’s Guide to Community Fitness for Older Adults
By Jami Cooley | September 11, 2023
Community fitness and the aging U.S. population. Nearly 10,000 Baby Boomers turn 65 every day. As the U.S. population grows older, access to quality wellness and physical fitness is a... Read more
Fall, older adults, safety
Keeping Older Adults Safe from Falls
By Jami Cooley | August 24, 2023
America is aging. Falls are the leading cause of death and injury among older adults in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), one out of... Read more

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