Medicine’s Pain Avenger
As the cost of treatment rises, pain management solutions that are efficient and effective become vital assets in the therapist’s toolbox.
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How Achilles Tendon Shape Differences Could Affect Injury Susceptibility
Individual variation in the shape and structure of the Achilles tendon may influence one's susceptibility to injury later in life, according to a study published in eLife.
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‘Obsessively Passionate’ vs ‘Laid Back’: a Runner’s Mental Outlook and Injury Risk
A new research paper by University of South Australia Adjunct Professor Jan de Jonge and his team reveals the price that runners (and society) pay when the sport becomes an obsession.
Parents Should Limit Sports Participation for Children, Trainers Say
Young athletes are practicing too hard in just one sport, increasing the risk of injuries and burnout. New guidelines urge parents to reduce the intensity, The New York Times reports.
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Physical Therapy Research Extends Beyond the Classroom
New research being conducted by Emily Fonke, a professor in the Department of Physical Therapy, may help prevent the injuries of collegiate cross country runners by reshaping rehabilitation, Elon News Network reports.
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Battling Athletic Overuse Pain in the Knee
Looking at the big picture of pain-relief products for the knee leads to an individual solution, according to Ben Shatto, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, in this feature for the August/September 2019 issue of Physical Therapy Products.
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Report Sees Opioid Prescribing Increase for Ankle Sprains
While ankle sprain injuries are common, a new report from Michigan Medicine suggests that the rate of opioids prescribed to those patients have become uncommonly high.
Read MorePain Management Product Showcase
The numerous non-invasive and non-addicting pain relief options available enable therapists to offer creative treatment solutions. This product showcase, compiled by the Physical Therapy Products staff, is a feature for the June/July 2019 issue.
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Using Aquatic Therapy to Address Musculoskeletal Dysfunction
Installing technology that moves therapy to the water environment expands the options for effectively treating upper and lower extremities while strengthening the bottom line, writes Michael Fahmy, PT, in this feature for the June/July 2019 issue of Physical Therapy Products.
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Ivy Rehab Partners with Progress Physical Therapy
Ivy Rehab announces that Progress Physical Therapy (Progress), which operates 13 clinics in the Philadelphia area, has joined its network of physical and occupational therapy practices.
Read MorePain Management – Product Guide 2019
The products highlighted in this section can be useful in helping patients move through a prescribed course of therapy. Among them are laser therapy, radial pressure pulse therapy, hot and cold therapy wraps, topical pain relievers, and tools that help joints decompress and release tense muscles,
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High-Intensity Interval Training Raises Injury Risk, Rutgers Suggests
People who engage in high-intensity interval training are at greater risk for injury, especially in the knees and shoulders, Rutgers researchers suggest.
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Worker Health and Population Health: Connected
Fundamentally, worker health on the job and population health share a lot of common space, according to Virginia “Ginnie” Halling, PT, in this feature for the January 2019 issue of Physical Therapy Products.
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Keep Safety in Mind During Winter Sports to Avoid Injuries
The cold and snowy season features many activities such as skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, and sledding. Before heading out on the slopes to take part in winter sports, participants are urged to consider safety measures to avoid common injuries, such as ankle or muscle strains and broken bones.
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Avoid Ankle Sprains in Fall Sports with These Tips
The chances of experiencing an ankle sprain may be heightened among those who play sports. Ankle orthopaedic surgeons provide advice on how athletes may avoid them.
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The therapist’s toolkit for non-invasive and non-addicting options for pain relief has never been more diverse. This showcase is published in the June/July 2018 issue of Physical Therapy Products.
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4 Tips Surgeons Offer to Prevent Basketball Injuries
With a dizzying number of foot, ankle, and knee injuries that could potentially occur during a basketball game, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) encourages players to consider safety tips to reduce their injury risk during a game.
Read MoreProduct Guide 2018 — Pain Management
The Pain Management section of the Physical Therapy Products Product Guide (April/May 2018) explains the benefits and advanced features of some of the latest technologies developed to address pain symptoms.
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