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As mental health gains increasing recognition, understanding the psychological aspect of recovery is more important than ever. Learn why I consider the first failure a major milestone, how to leverage the therapeutic alliance, and the impact on three clinical settings: neurologic, workers' comp, and geriatric.
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Aerobic exercise offers the potential to not just mend but revitalize. It’s time to elevate this unsung hero of recovery so that it becomes a cornerstone, rather than an afterthought, in neurological rehab.
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“For personal injury cases, it justifies functional loss and medical necessity. We always use the MCU for documentation purposes,” says Dr. Munderloh.
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Many other injuries can present remarkably similar to rotator cuff tears. So if a patient presents with shoulder pain, what should you consider? Here’s everything you need to know for a rotator cuff differential diagnosis.
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The common “What should I do?” can stop us in our tracks. The answer is... it depends. What exactly does the answer depend on? Can non-operative ACL rehab work for high-level athletes? Or is surgery necessary for a full return to intense sport?
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High ankle sprains' recovery timeline is notoriously difficult. Let's review basic rehab guidelines to get your athletes back on the field.
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Non-combat MSKIs account for greater than 80% of military injuries. How can we better serve this population? The FCE-M is the first assessment that specifically addresses the military's many job demands.
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As an orthopedic PT, I frequently work with traumatic amputations. During assessment, I consider both the physical and mental / emotional impact of the patient's condition. Treatment addresses strength, flexibility, function, and emotional care.
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Cupping therapy is a trendy treatment method. Various sports medicine professionals and athletes have touted it as a cure-all modality. What does the evidence say?
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Kinesiology tape is touted as one of the best adjunct treatments. Let’s scrutinize the proposed benefits and see if taping really is an evidence-based practice.
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Joint protection helps prevent deformities, slows the progression of joint damage, and can help post-surgery healing. Let’s explore exercises, mechanics, modifications, adaptive equipment, and orthotics for joint protection.
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A recent article identifies four questions that physical therapy patients have before their first session. These four questions help set patient expectations for the course of treatment. Answering these questions early on can establish trust, increase engagement, and improve their satisfaction with your treatment.