Does anyone have any thoughts/info/articles on physical therapists in the emergency department? I'm doing my inservice on this topic and would like some insight! I heard...
Stephen R. replied:
Not sure about the ED, but I heard a great presentation in Pittsburgh by Prof. Matt Walk from University of the Incarnate Word about the role of PT in an Urgent Care setting. I don't know if they were able to publish their findings but they had great results. I imagine you could email him directly with questions (walk@uiwtx.edu).
Lisa S. replied:
One of my professors at Northern Arizona University did some research on this topic. Here are links to some of his articles: http://www.jospt.org/doi/abs/10.2519/jospt.2009.2857#.VbG22 vnwCwI, http://journals.lww.com/jacpt/Abstract/2012/03030/Physical_Therapist_Consultation_in_the_Emergency.1.aspx
John C. replied:
http://www.jospt.org/doi/pdf/10.2519/jospt.2009.2857 This one is good. I work in an Emergency Department a few days a week in a community hospital and we're still gathering data but it's been a success so far; generally utilization depends on the physicians on duty. Some get us involved quick with back pain, likely MSK cases, and frequently we guide imaging. Highly recommend it to anyone with the opportunity.
Would any of my wonderful Facebook friends happen to be a physical therapist or know one? I need to rehab this Achilles Tendon!!
Christian B. replied:
PapiRooga Onmyshit hit my inbox with his info fam, I appreciate it
Justin K. replied:
You gotta go see Jason Blakey at Rehabilitation Center of Southern Maryland. He is really good and easy to work with. #10 St. Patrick's Drive, Suite 401 Waldorf, Maryland 20603 (301)870-7366
Physician Self-Referrals for TKA Physical Therapy: Twice as Many Visits, but Lower Intensity
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Christopher B. replied:
http://www.aaos.org/CustomTemplates/Content.aspx?id=5611&ssopc=1 And here's the rest of the story. 41% increase in therapy usage by non-POPTS from 2004-2014 while POPTS referrals/usage remained flat.
Hi everyone.
I want to know if there are any 'specialist' physical therapists here?
I need information about different specialization in Physical Therapy and which...
dmv friends - i'm looking for a good physical therapist in arlington va for lower back pain. please respond with suggestions.
Justin A. replied:
I know I am biased, but I would love to help.Start with this http://www.thepostureguy.com/lower-back-pain/what-causes-lower-back-pain/ and let me know if I can be of any further help
While physical therapists are known as hands-on, movement specialists, evidence is beginning to suggest their ability to teach can improve outcomes and reduce health...