For healthcare professionals like physical therapists, having the appropriate insurance coverage is crucial to safeguarding themselves and their businesses against potentially costly legal claims. Among the recommended insurance policies are those related to general liability, professional liability, and product liability. But what sets these apart?
Navigating the Physical Therapist Salary Landscape
Considering a career in physical therapy? There’s no better time to dive in. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the field is poised to grow by 28 percent by 2026—a rate outpacing many other professions—largely due to the aging baby boomer population. Moreover, physical therapists command an average Continue Reading
The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Physical Therapy: Innovations and Applications
In recent years, the field of physical therapy has witnessed a remarkable transformation, thanks to the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into clinical practice. AI, a branch of computer science that aims to create intelligent machines capable of mimicking human cognitive functions, has opened up new possibilities for improving patient Continue Reading
Telehealth in Physical Therapy: Bridging Gaps and Expanding Access to Care
In recent years, telehealth has emerged as a transformative approach to healthcare delivery, enabling patients to access medical services remotely through digital technologies. In the field of physical therapy, telehealth has gained traction as a means of overcoming barriers to care, improving patient access, and enhancing treatment outcomes. This article Continue Reading
Utilizing the Graston Technique in Physical Therapy
The primary objective of a physical therapist is to facilitate movement, alleviate pain, restore function, and prevent disability, as outlined by The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy. While conventional methods like electrotherapy, ultrasound, and thermal modalities are commonly employed, the Graston Technique presents another valuable tool in the Continue Reading
Dry Needling: Essential Information for Physical Therapists
As a Physical Therapist (PT), the array of techniques available for patient treatment is vast, ranging from soft tissue mobilization exercises to joint mobilization maneuvers, all aimed at enhancing rehabilitation and healing processes.
3 Tools Every Physical Therapist Should Have for IASTM
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) presents numerous advantages for patients undergoing physical therapy.
Are you a blue or a red light?
Are you inclined towards cerulean or crimson illumination? This contribution is penned by Mikal Solstad, a licensed Napropath in Sweden, in response to the query “What I do.” It resonates profoundly with a subject matter warranting introspective examination.
Patients should not be predisposed to dislike us
“I was told by my previous physical therapist that I would end up hating them by the end of my treatment.” I encountered this statement from an elderly patient last week. This patient underwent a total hip replacement, shortly followed by a fall resulting in a fracture and surgical fixation Continue Reading
Novel Research on Patients Undergoing Postoperative Rehabilitation After Complete Knee
Alexandria, VA, February 25, 2016 – An innovative investigation concludes that individuals undergoing total knee replacement (TKR) surgery and referred to a physical therapist (PT) unaffiliated with their surgeon’s practice receive fewer consultations and benefit from more tailored, one-on-one attention. Conversely, the study revealed that those who avail of physical Continue Reading