A new study evaluates the effectiveness and safety of high-intensity rehabilitation for older adults in skilled nursing facilities. The study, published in Physical Therapy, was conduced by researchers from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.
Larry McAfee, EVP/CFO at U.S. Physical Therapy, is retiring and will be replaced by Carey Hendrickson, according to a news release.
A study presented during the recent American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons meeting suggests that physical therapy after hip replacement surgery may not be necessary.
Achieving optimal outcomes with adequate nutrition and hydration is part of the big picture of care for physical therapy.
A partnership between the patient, physical therapist, physician, and orthotist is key to finding the right product. A feature for the February/March 2018 issue of Physical Therapy Products by Uzo Igwegbe, PT, MPT.
As the cost of treatment rises, pain management solutions that are efficient and effective become vital assets in the therapist’s toolbox.
Emerging trends point toward combining traditional treatments with new, noninvasive technologies for successful pain management and restoration of function. A feature for Physical Therapy Products by Rushi Shahiwala, PT.
Vanderbilt clinicians power a multidiscipline approach with leading-edge technology for the successful treatment of vestibular disorders. A feature for Physical Therapy Products by Holly Cauthen, PT, DPT, and Kelsey Hatton, AuD, CCC-A.
Simple exercise tools and online platforms get the spotlight as a complementary option for delivery of services. A feature for the June/July 2020 issue of Physical Therapy Products by Taylor C. Kucera, PT, DPT, MBA, SCS, CSCS, and Chris Chalko, PT, DPT, COMT, OCS.