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Physical Therapy Scholarship Fund
Today’s post comes from Colleen Rapp, a patient advocate for Physical Therapy. We are pleased to share the concern video from this fundraiser. If you feel compelled to give, please …
Beware of Multi-Level Marketing (MLM) Schemes in Physical Therapy
We are joined again by Matt Huey, PT, MPT, Dip MDT, CCI, CMTPT — today on a concerning trend in the profession of MLMs, otherwise known as pyramid selling, network …
PhysicalTherapist.com featured as Top 50 Physical Therapy Blogs
We’re pleased to share that PhysicalTherapist.com has been named as one of the top 50 blogs / websites for the Physical Therapy profession. This comes from one of our guest …
[FREE WEBINAR ANNOUNCEMENT] Taking Your Patient Marketing All The Way To Referral
We’re pleased to share this free webinar hosted by Covalent Careers. Several surveys across the industry have been performed and reported on over the course of this Summer on the …
The Path from PTA to PT
Today’s quick share resource comes to us from Troy at Allied Travel Careers. It’s become a truly popular consideration: Is it worth it to transition from a Physical Therapist Assistant …
Highlight Moments from #APTACSM
Did you miss out on CSM 2019? Have no fear — here are some highlight moments! Hey @APTAcsm #physio’s🙌 Can you tell who the novice, intermediate, & expert flossers are?!🤣 …
PhysicalTherapist.com Summer 2018 Relaunch!
Hello Everyone! WE. ARE. BACK. PhysicalTherapist.com aims to be the world of Physical Therapy we all deserve; filled with rich content, absent some of the immaturity we are seeing more …
Featured Clinician: Anthony Maritato, PT
FEATURED CLINICIAN: Anthony Maritato, PT Anthony Maritato, PT, MSPT, is a licensed physical therapist and co-founder of Total Therapy Solutions, a private practice outpatient physical therapy business that focuses on …
Featured Clinician: Braylon T. Warrior
FEATURED CLINICIAN: Braylon T. Warrior, SPT Braylon is a University of Oklahoma Graduate with a BS in Health & Exercise Science and a current 2nd year student physical therapist at …
Featured Clinician: David Friedberg, PT, DPT
FEATURED CLINICIAN: David Friedberg, PT, DPT David Friedberg, PT, DPT is a physical therapist and a graduate from Russell Sage College DPT program in Troy, New York. While in his …
Featured Clinician: Ulrick Jean-Pierre
My name is Ulrick Jean-Pierre I’ve recently graduated from Marist College with my Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy in the fall semester of 2021. I graduated from Kean University in …
Featured Clinician: Lisa VanHoose
Dr. Lisa VanHoose is a Clinical Professor at Baylor University. Dr. VanHoose received her PhD in Rehabilitation Science and MPH from the University of Kansas Medical Center. She completed fellowships …
Featured Clinician: Rebekah Griffith
A lifelong learner, Rebekah graduated with her Bachelor of Arts degree in Kinesiology and Applied Physiology followed by a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, both from the University of Colorado. She …
Featured Clinician: Dave Bruton
David Bruton Jr. is currently a 3rd year DPT student at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. He is pursuing a second career, with his first being an 8 …
Featured Clinician: Breana Richardson
Breana Richardson, SPT is an Alabama native and a third year Doctor of Physical Therapy student at Alabama State University. She graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham with …
Featured Clinician: Maria A. Jones
Maria A. Jones, PT, PhD, is program director and clinical professor at Oklahoma City University (OCU). Her practice has focused on children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and …
Featured Clinician: Nick Hoopes
Dr. Kenneth “Nick” Hoopes PT, DPT is a Physical Therapist out of Ashtabula/Geneva, Ohio working at All Star Physical Therapy located at SPIRE Institute and Academy. Nick earned a Bachelor …
5 Surprising Reasons to See a Physical Therapist
This article was originally shared via Silver Sneakers. 5 Surprising Reasons to See a Physical Therapist Think PT is just for rehab after an accident or injury? It’s time to …
PT’s Role with Post-intensive Care Syndrome
This articles comes to us from the JobsTherapy.com Content Staff. PTs Key in Addressing PICS in COVID-19 Survivors With thousands of Americans leaving intensive-care units after brutal bouts with COVID-19, …
Breaking Research: “Consequences of physical inactivity in older adults.”
Consequences of physical inactivity in older adults: A systematic review of reviews and meta‐analyses. Physically active older adults have reduced risk of mortality, cancer, fractures, falls, disability, cognitive decline, dementia …
7 Things Never to Say to Your Physical Therapist
Today’s article comes from VeryWell Health with a “word to the wise-patient” perspective on what to NOT say to a Physical Therapist. From the clinical audience, this is a great …
Exercises for Multiple Sclerosis: Advice from a Physical Therapist
This article originally broke over Summer of last year, but hosts excellent content and ideas for those with MS and treating MS. You can find the original article HERE. FUNCTIONAL …
National PT Month….. How a Physical Therapist Saved My Life
Today’s article comes from Sean Bagbey, PTA, with a personal story about how a physical therapist saved his life. Welcome to fall! The days are getting shorter, the weather is …
How to Prepare Your Finances with Parkinson’s Disease
Today’s guest article comes from the Simple Dollar in an ever growing concern of financial considerations in healthcare. by Lissa Miller You’ve received your diagnosis, and the tremors, stiffness, and …
The NewGait: Sports Performance Device Finds Success in Rehabilitation
Today’s guest article comes from the NewGait team, founded by former high level athletes and engineers who found their ideas to become a solution for physical rehabilitation. By Jordan …
Overreaching vs Overtraining Syndrome: How Damaging Are They?
It really is possible to have too much of a good thing. Water is essential for maintaining optimum health, but too much can cause a fatal condition known as water …
Treating Plantar Fasciitis With Calf Stretches
Today’s article comes from an ally of Physical Therapy, Dr. Kristina DeMatas, DO, The Sporty Doctor — with her perspective as an osteopathic physician on a common source of foot …
Looking For A PT Job?
Are you a qualified Physical Therapist who is looking for a place to bring your talents? Looking to re-locate or expand your ability? Find Jobs Here. slot gacor situs toto …
PTAs Will be Authorized TRICARE Providers Beginning Mid-April
Continuing with a resource series via the JobsTherapy.com Content Staff — this article was originally found via the APTA. PTAs Will be Authorized TRICARE Providers Beginning Mid-April In a win …
Therapy TPE Audits Continue
Today’s guest article comes Nancy Beckley, a compliance expert and consultant in our world of Physical Therapy. Earlier this year, Medicare Administrative Contractors (MAC) have quietly been reviewing therapy providers …
Appealing Medicare Denials – 5 Things You Must Know
Appealing Medicare denials is likely to be a reality for all outpatient therapy providers this year. Therapy over the $3700 cap is subject to 100% mandatory medical review by the Recovery …
Therapy PQRS Panic
It seems like therapy PQRS panic is setting in, and setting in fast. I am hearing from practices from Minnesota to California to Florida and parts in between. Most folks …
Medicare G Code Confusion
Hum along with me, Big Bird, Grover, Cookie Monster, and the cast of Sesame Street in the Alphabet Song. Are you humming? A – B – C – D – …
Medicaid Exclusion Checks
CMS issued a State Medicaid Director Letter (SMDL) in 2009 recommending that States require providers to screen all employees and contractors monthly. However in 2011, CMS issued final regulations mandating States …
Importance of Checking Exclusions
Checking exclusions is a key component of any viable compliance program. The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) of the US Department of Health and Human Services maintains a list …
OIG 2014 Work Plan Includes Physical Therapy
The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) published their 2014 Work Plan in the end of January. The OIG 2014 Work Plan includes physical therapy. Physical therapists in private practice have once again …
Rehab Compliance Confidential
Problems come up all the time in the therapy world and people look to their peers for help, support and resources, whether at hospitals, private practice, nursing home or home …
The White Elephant in the Clinic
The metaphorical idiom ‘the white elephant in the room’ has never been truer than when working with the obese patient who has a number of medical and orthopedic problems. When …
Physical Therapists Advising Patients on a Healthy Lifestyle
Most recently the APTA provided a nutrition webpage and has indicated that nutrition is part of the professional scope of practice for physical therapists. The APTA continues with its position …
How to Answer, “What Can You Do for Us” in a Job Interview
Today’s article comes from Matt Huey, PT, Dip MDT, FAAOMPT. You can connect with Dr. Huey via Instagram. The ill-fated job interview One story I like to share is my …
Best Practices for Networking During a Pandemic
Thanks again to the folks at JobsTherapy.com for articles considering coronavirus best practices. The deaths of at least 18 patients at a nursing home in Kirkland, Wash., have illustrated the devastating …
Everything You Should Know About Your List of References For A Job
We are pleased to share a resource series via the JobsTherapy.com Content Staff. This article was originally found at Career Sherpa. Everything You Should Know About Your List of References …
My Year without a Vacation
We are joined by Matt Huey, PT, MPT, Dip MDT, CCI, CMTPT today on a clinician’s perspective on success, stress, work-life-balance, and life choices. You can connect with Matt on …
4 Content Marketing Essentials For Physical Therapists
We’re pleased to share today’s marketing resource article from Patrick at EcommerceTips.com 4 Content Marketing Essentials For Physical Therapists As a physical therapist, your primary focus should be providing your …
The New Grad Success Summit, 2019
Today, we’re back with a career resource/event organized by Emma Shapiro and the New Grad Success Summit. Are you a healthcare professional who’s recently graduated? Want to kickstart your new …
Taking Control of OUR Future: Part 2 – Mindset Shift Within
Continuing from Part 1, we’re back with Kim Rondina, PT at www.wisdomptcoach.com This part of the series will focus on perspective from a practice owner or other members of leadership to get …
Generational Conflicts and What To Do About Them
Today’s guest article comes from Miles Anthony Smith, MBA via InitiativeOne regarding a hot topic: Generational Differences. Generational conflicts in the workplace are everywhere, aren’t they? Whether they start as thoughts …
WANT TO BE A BETTER PT OWNER, BOSS, AND TEAM LEADER?
Today’s guest share comes from the MEG Academy podcast. One of the biggest stumbling blocks for private practitioners is the nuance of working ON the business, versus, working IN the …
Never Have Enough Time?
Today’s article comes from Business Coach, Entrepreneur, & Physical Therapist, Sturdy McKee. But Is Time Really Your Problem? Your time is finite. You only have so much of it. Time, at …
Best Exercises for Hip Pain Relief
Best Exercises for Hip Pain Relief When you have pain in your hips, it can seriously interfere with everyday activities, even walking. You may experience a loss of strength and …
Featured Clinician: Anthony Maritato, PT
FEATURED CLINICIAN: Anthony Maritato, PT Anthony Maritato, PT, MSPT, is a licensed physical therapist and co-founder of Total Therapy Solutions, a private practice outpatient physical therapy business that focuses on …
Colleen Rapp Wins Friend of Private Practice Award
Long time patient advocate, Colleen Rapp, was awarded the APTA Private Practice Section’s Friend of Private Practice Award during the 2022 PPS conference. Colleen has long been standing up for …
Featured Clinician: Braylon T. Warrior
FEATURED CLINICIAN: Braylon T. Warrior, SPT Braylon is a University of Oklahoma Graduate with a BS in Health & Exercise Science and a current 2nd year student physical therapist at …
Featured Clinician: David Friedberg, PT, DPT
FEATURED CLINICIAN: David Friedberg, PT, DPT David Friedberg, PT, DPT is a physical therapist and a graduate from Russell Sage College DPT program in Troy, New York. While in his …
Featured Clinician: Ulrick Jean-Pierre
My name is Ulrick Jean-Pierre I’ve recently graduated from Marist College with my Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy in the fall semester of 2021. I graduated from Kean University in …
Featured Clinician: Lisa VanHoose
Dr. Lisa VanHoose is a Clinical Professor at Baylor University. Dr. VanHoose received her PhD in Rehabilitation Science and MPH from the University of Kansas Medical Center. She completed fellowships …
Featured Clinician: Rebekah Griffith
A lifelong learner, Rebekah graduated with her Bachelor of Arts degree in Kinesiology and Applied Physiology followed by a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, both from the University of Colorado. She …
Featured Clinician: Dave Bruton
David Bruton Jr. is currently a 3rd year DPT student at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. He is pursuing a second career, with his first being an 8 …
Featured Clinician: Breana Richardson
Breana Richardson, SPT is an Alabama native and a third year Doctor of Physical Therapy student at Alabama State University. She graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham with …
Featured Clinician: Maria A. Jones
Maria A. Jones, PT, PhD, is program director and clinical professor at Oklahoma City University (OCU). Her practice has focused on children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and …
Colleen Rapp Wins Friend of Private Practice Award
Long time patient advocate, Colleen Rapp, was awarded the APTA Private Practice Section’s Friend of Private Practice Award during the 2022 PPS conference. Colleen has long been standing up for …
Guide to Managing the Urge to Hoard Stuff
Today’s guest article comes from Sophia Perry, with a cross-industry look at certain lifestyle pressures of COVID-19 and 2020; along with the basic health needs that come with lifestyle changes …
How to Get the Most Out of Physical Therapy
This article was originally shared via Outside Online. We’ve all been there. You think that twinge is nothing to worry about. You push through. Months pass but you can’t shake the …
How to Get Physical Therapy in the Middle of a Pandemic
Originally posted by Shoshannah Buxbaum via Consumer Reports Expect video sessions, uncrowded waiting rooms, masks, and diligent disinfecting Back in March, Anne van Hemmen—who had become partially paralyzed from a …
24 year-old with cerebral palsy and epilepsy struggling without physical therapy
Today’s patient consumer perspective article comes originally from KFOX 14 from El Paso, Texas. EL PASO, Texas — The COVID-19 pandemic has forced a halt on surgeries and medical practices not …
Coronavirus Puts Spotlight on Infection Control at Facilities for Seniors
We have more articles coming from the JobsTherapy.com Content Staff. This and the next article feature thoughts about coronavirus best practices. For physical therapists, networking has long been a key to …
Beware of Multi-Level Marketing (MLM) Schemes in Physical Therapy
We are joined again by Matt Huey, PT, MPT, Dip MDT, CCI, CMTPT — today on a concerning trend in the profession of MLMs, otherwise known as pyramid selling, network …
Highlights from CSM 2020
Every winter, near 20,000 physical therapy professionals, students, companies, and vendors meet at some welcoming city and go absolutely nuts 😉 Here are highlights from CSM 2020 Denver. THANK …
What To Do If Your Home Health Care Agency Ditches You | Kaiser Health News
By Judith Graham, originally released on Kaiser Health News. This article comes to us from Kaiser Health News via a patient-consumer perspective, mirroring a mass outcry in Fall of 2019 …
Healthcare Marketing Strategies to Supercharge Your Practice
Today’s guest post comes from Lidia Hovhan of Omnicor Agency. As someone who is in a deep dive, daily to marketing and business development — it’s always nice to hear …
Simple Tips for Acing Your Virtual Job Interview
Today’s guest post comes from the team at JobsTherapy.com Content Staff. A judge in Miami made national news in April when he reminded lawyers using Zoom to appear virtually before …
Tips for Job Hunting During COVID-19
We’re back with another job tips blog with the JobsTherapy.com Content Staff. More than 20 million Americans lost their job this spring, and a recession seems extremely likely, so is …
3 Amazing Resources to Combat PT Burnout
Today’s guest posts comes to us once again from Emma Shapiro at Debt Free PT! Physical therapy is such an emotionally and physically draining job that it is easy to …
The Path from PTA to PT
Today’s quick share resource comes to us from Troy at Allied Travel Careers. It’s become a truly popular consideration: Is it worth it to transition from a Physical Therapist Assistant …
Taking Control of OUR Future: Part 2 – Mindset Shift Within
Continuing from Part 1, we’re back with Kim Rondina, PT at www.wisdomptcoach.com This part of the series will focus on perspective from a practice owner or other members of leadership to get …
Taking Control of OUR Future (Part 1)
Today’s guest article comes from Kim Rondina, PT at www.wisdomptcoach.com — covering perspectives of our profession’s future in a multi-part series. Here’s Part One! First, let’s establish our purpose with the upcoming …
How To Lower Your PT Student Loan Payments
Authored and shared by: Emma Shapiro (aka DebtFreeEmma) There are tons of opportunities for physical therapists beyond being just a regular employee at a clinical practice. In this article, you’ll …
3 Tips To Start Your PT Side Hustle
Authored and shared by: Emma Shapiro (aka DebtFreeEmma) There are tons of opportunities for physical therapists beyond being just a regular employee at a clinical practice. In this article, you’ll …
The Top 10 Cities for Physical Therapists in the US
Via searchlaboratory.com & ProCare Therapy The Top 10 Cities for Physical Therapists in the US Physical therapy is a rewarding but challenging career path. That’s why we’re dedicated to looking at all …
When Should We Use Email in Recruiting?
Email in recruiting has a valuable place in your recruiting program; however, it is NEVER the centerpiece. Email when used correctly will enhance your total recruiting program. So how can …
Insurers Will Have a Big Say in the Future of Telehealth Services
Originally posted via JobsTherapy.com Content Staff. The coronavirus pandemic left physical therapists and occupational therapists with little choice but to embrace telehealth technology, but just how much of that sticks …
APTA House of Delegates Sets Priorities for PT Industry
Originally posted by JobsTherapy.com Content Staff. The need to establish best practices for using telehealth technology and for more collaboration with patients’ mental-health specialists were among the many issues discussed …
Fraud, Waste and Abuse in Skilled Care: A Two Part Series
Today’s guest post comes from Aaron Hackett, A Witty PT, on a topic that many are aware of, but few are brave enough to explore the options when faced against …
Modern user experience enables therapists and billers to reach peak efficiency
Today’s guest article comes from Michael Dwyer and the Prompt EMR team with an “outsider’s perspective” on a common frustration in clinical care: Documentation. At Prompt, we are a team with ZERO clinical …
Data, data, data
Today’s guest article comes from Ken Robbins. Ken Robbins is the CEO of Response Mine Health, a marketing agency that helps healthcare and wellness companies grow their new customers and patients. …
Mass Layoffs in Rehab Therapy (Fall 2019)
This story originally broke via Modern Healthcare. Thousands of physical, occupational and speech therapists have been laid off as skilled-nursing facilities transition to a new payment model that kicked in …
Telehealth Happenings and Updates for 2019
Today’s guest post comes from telehealth physical therapy expert, Rob Vining. Lately, there has been a lot of interesting whispers, developments, and happenings in the world of telehealth. In an …
Taking Control of OUR Future (Part 1)
Today’s guest article comes from Kim Rondina, PT at www.wisdomptcoach.com — covering perspectives of our profession’s future in a multi-part series. Here’s Part One! First, let’s establish our purpose with the upcoming …
The Self-Discharge Problem: Why I Lie to my PTs
Today’s article is a guest post from Heather Chavin with CareConnections Outcomes Platform. Physical therapists have two superpowers that help with healing, their hard-earned skills and education and their influential …
Is it safe for my Private Practice to store credit card data?
Guest Article with Tom Cooley of Go CardConnect. We entrust everyone from Apple, Google, Amazon, Uber, Netflix, Utility Companies and more with your sensitive credit card information every day. With so …
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Top Tips for Relieving Nerve Pain
Top Tips for Relieving Nerve Pain If you suffer from nerve or neuropathic pain, then you can certainly attest to how it can throw a wrench in your day-to-day routine. …
How Your Diet Can Cause Inflammation
How Your Diet Can Cause Inflammation Depending on the situation, inflammation can be a good thing or a bad thing. It is good in that it is your body’s way …
What to Avoid After Knee Replacement Surgery
What to Avoid After Knee Replacement Surgery Knee arthroplasty, otherwise known as knee replacement surgery, is designed to relieve pain and restore function in severely diseased knee joints. No matter …
How Physical Therapy Can Help You Avoid Reliance on Pain Medications
How Physical Therapy Can Help You Avoid Reliance on Pain Medications If you suffer from chronic pain, you know how managing pain can be a real challenge. Another day, another …
Physical Therapy for Heart Disease
Physical Therapy for Heart Disease After suffering any cardiac event, getting on the road toward recovery can be extremely difficult. It takes time to heal after such a traumatic experience, …
How to Relieve Pelvic Pain During Pregnancy?
How to Relieve Pelvic Pain During Pregnancy? Pregnancy is a beautiful thing, although it can also take quite a toll on a woman’s body. And while you are dreaming of …
Treating Vertigo with Physical Therapy
Treating Vertigo with Physical Therapy Vertigo is a common issue many Americans deal with every year. And even though it isn’t a life-threatening condition, it can substantially affect your quality …
What to Expect After Suffering a Torn Meniscus
What to Expect After Suffering a Torn Meniscus? One of the most common knee injuries is a torn meniscus. Any activity that involves twisting or rotating your knee can lead …
What to Expect After a Fractured Femur?
What to Expect After a Fractured Femur? A fractured femur or thigh bone is a significant injury requiring immediate medical attention. The femur is known for being one of the …