Think about the last time you made a big purchase, say $1,000 or more. Did you go out and buy the first thing you saw? Take one recommendation from somebody? Or did you research it, learn some things, compare it …
Read PostRecent research is showing that surgery might not be needed as often as we think. A large review estimates that 10% to 20% of surgeries might be unnecessary and that in some specialties such as cardiology and orthopedics, that number …
Read PostJune is National Safety Month. It is a good time to start thinking about how we can maximize safety in our homes, especially as we age. Research has shown that people often function at their best in their own environment. …
Read PostChances are, you or someone you know has had back pain. Each year 15% of the population has their first episode of back pain, and over the course of our lives, 80% of us will have back pain. Even though …
Read PostWhen I started PTA school in September, I had no idea the doors it would open and the path it would take me down. I didn’t know that there was a professional organization within my state and nationwide, I didn’t …
Read PostThe Federal Advocacy Forum (FAF) was described to me as being an opportunity to discuss the physical therapy (PT) agenda with congressmen/women and learn from the most driven individuals in PT. My take away – the FAF is so much …
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