Physical Therapy
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‘First, Do No Harm’: Patient Safety for Healthcare Professionals
It’s a fact of life: Mistakes happen. When those mistakes involve medical errors, however, the costs can be…
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Pain Management Trends Every Healthcare Professional Should Know About
“Pain that continues when it should not.” That’s how the American Chronic Pain Association defines chronic pain, from…
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National Physical Fitness and Sports Month
By Cristina Roy, PT, DPT, NCS Since the first official announcement by Ronald Reagan in 1983, each sitting…
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COVID-19 Updates: Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Restricted, Omicron in Children, and More
Diagnosis tracker More than 517.3 million cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) have been diagnosed worldwide as of Monday evening,…
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National Stroke Awareness Month
May 2022 is National Stroke Awareness Month. We’re examining the causes of stroke, highlighting prevention tips, exploring the…
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A Brief Guide to Running Injuries for PTs and PTAs
With warmer weather on the horizon, runners across the country are lacing up their outdoor shoes and trading…
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Preventing Child Abuse for Healthcare Professionals
Whether a nurse in the emergency department or a school psychologist, healthcare professionals are often uniquely placed to…
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COVID-19 Updates: Long COVID, Declining Life Expectancy, and More
Diagnosis tracker More than 499.6 million cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) have been diagnosed worldwide as of Monday evening.…
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How to Encourage Physical Fitness for Seniors
As we age, our bodies need to stay more active to compensate for the loss of mobility and…
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Recognizing the Signs of Domestic Violence
As healthcare providers, we have been trained to question new hospital patients about their safety in the home,…
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Assessing and Combating Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
From wrinkles to graying hair, no part of the body escapes the aging process. While the mind is…