Get to Know Your CE Presenters! Lorie Schleck, PT
I recently sat down with one of our speakers, Lorie Schleck, PT, to discuss the emotional toll that both healthcare professionals (and patients) can experience when working with difficult pain management cases. We also discussed how stress impacts pain. Lorie’s course, Pain Physiology and the Pain Experience, is quite thought-provoking! You can check it out […]
Read MoreHow Does a PT Become Certified in Dry Needling?
I recently sat down with one of our speakers, Dr. Chad Hensel, to discuss the benefits of dry needling and how a PT can become certified in this technique. You can check out Dr. Chad’s course on dry needling here.
Read More5 Critical Heat Safety Tips for Patients
Brush up on your summer safety knowledge with our top heat safety tips so you can educate your patients on how to remain safely active during these long, hot summer days. Summertime is hot… especially in the South! With temperatures climbing to 100 degrees or more, it’s critically important you provide life-saving heat safety tips […]
Read MoreGet to Know Your CE Presenters! Dr. Chad Hensel, PT, DPT, MHS, CSCS
I recently sat down with Dr. Chad Hensel to learn more him, why he became a PT, and to hear his funny story about what happened in his clinic. You can chat with Chad, too, during one of his upcoming webinars. Check out his live webinars and other courses here.
Read MoreWho Can Perform Dry Needling?
There is hot debate among healthcare professionals and legislative bodies over who can perform dry needling and who should perform dry needling. Learn the APTA’s stance on the issue here. In our previous blog, we addressed the safety and efficacy of dry needling technique for treating a wide variety of acute and chronic pain conditions. […]
Read MoreWhat is Dry Needling?
What is dry needling, is it safe and effective, and how does dry needling differ from acupuncture? Find out here! Physical therapists have long used a multitude of techniques in order to address pain and dysfunction associated with myofascial trigger points. One technique in particular has recently received overwhelming attention: dry needling. Despite its efficacy […]
Read MoreDangerous Sleeping Pills? FDA Issues Black Box Warning on Ambien & Other Insomnia Meds
The FDA just issued a black box warning on prescription insomnia medications, and millions of Americans are currently taking these dangerous sleeping pills. Here’s what healthcare professionals need to know. 50 to 70 million adults suffer from a sleeping disorder with insomnia being the most common. For years, the gold standard for insomnia treatment has […]
Read MoreHealth Benefits of Massage Therapy for Seniors
Massage therapy benefits seniors by improving both physical and mental health. The health benefits of massage therapy for seniors include strengthening muscles and reducing tension on the joints. It also brings about a good night’s sleep, helps aid digestive issues, and can facilitate improved range of motion during the day. However, a better understanding and […]
Read MoreBest Way to Pay Off Student Loans for Healthcare Careers
Healthcare professionals and students, learn the best way to pay off student loans here. Becoming a healthcare professional is a rewarding career, but requires obtaining a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree. And let’s face it – going to college is expensive! Research shows that nearly 70 percent of people who go to college take out […]
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