“I learned a long time ago the wisest thing I can do is be on my own side, be an advocate for myself and others like me.”- Maya Angelou. In this case, the ‘others like me’ for whom I am …
Read PostThe APTA National Fly in Day was brought to my attention one day during lecture. When I first heard about this opportunity, I questioned whether my knowledge of the physical therapy profession, as well as my interest in advocacy (I …
Read PostThe 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 …
Read PostMyth: Only older Americans develop a cataract Fact: While a cataract affects more than 24 million Americans age 40 and older, a cataract can occur among young adults of children. Risk factors that may lead to getting a cataract at …
Read PostIf you have been to physical therapy, you likely got a home exercise program. Research says that if you do your home exercise program, you will have a significantly better chance of meeting your goals and feeling better. Not doing …
Read PostBetween normal stress and worry, too-much screen time on smartphones and tablets, staying up late, having to get up too early and many other reasons, getting a good night’s sleep can be elusive. Add arthritis pain into the mix and …
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