Category: communication
Be the Change You Hope to See
This past week I had the opportunity to attend Washington, DC to visit the APTA Headquarters and visit with congressional members to advocate for the physical therapy profession and our patients. My advocacy journey began this past spring when Eva …
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That’s a Fact! Quick Tips for Aphasia-Friendly Communication
The good news is that you already do aphasia-friendly communication in your day-to-day life, you just don’t realize it. We’ve created two posts to help you separate fact from fiction when it comes to best practices. We’ve rounded up some …
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Ten Steps for Healthy Aging
Living a healthy lifestyle becomes even more important for better aging. The things we do to keep body and heart healthy—nutritious diet, physical activity, and social connections – also can help promote brain health and wellness. Here are 10 steps …
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Advocating for Medicare Fee Cuts
On September 13th and 14th , I was fortunate enough to be a part of the APTA 100 year centennial celebration in Washington DC. During my time in Washington DC I met leaders within the APTA and gained a greater …
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Not Just Phoning It In: Advocating for Telehealth
During the pandemic I have used telehealth to enhance my practice, from patients who didn’t want to come to therapy because of covid, to patients who were at high risk due to preexisting conditions, to patients from rural areas who …
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Caring For Someone With Dementia
Around the world, about 55 million people are living with dementia. This number is expected to double by the year 2050.1 Dementia is the symptoms that come from memory loss and everyday thinking skills. Alzheimer’s disease, which makes up about …
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You gain a partner in care. We work within a mutually agreed-upon relationship in which each client is an active member of the care team. We involve each client’s family, loved ones, and outside care providers to the extent that each client desires.