Heat or ice for lower back pain: Which works better?
Lower back pain is common all over the world and is even the leading cause of global disability. Despite this far-reaching prevalence, the best way to treat lower back pain remains elusive. The causes of back pain are plenty. If you experience lower back pain but you haven’t been officially diagnosed with a specific condition, […]
3 recent innovations in physical therapy that are revolutionizing our industry
Physical therapy is part of an industry that will continue to undergo changes throughout the years. Advances in physical therapy help give patients the quality of care they need and fuel the future of PT. Part of any successful physical therapy business is keeping up with advances in medical and exercise technology. This means a […]
Hip and Back Pain After Total Knee Replacement
Total knee replacements are pretty common and are expected to become even more so in the next few years. They’re most often performed on people who suffer from osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, and anyone who has a traumatic knee injury. Although total knee replacements are meant to relieve chronic knee pain, they may actually end […]
Why do my hamstrings hurt after ACL surgery?
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is the ligament that runs through the middle of the knee. When the ACL becomes injured, whether due to a sprain or tear, surgery may be necessary. During ACL surgery, part of a tendon in the hamstring is cut out and put into the knee to replace the torn ligament. […]
Why am I feeling hip and back pain after a total knee replacement?
Total knee replacements are pretty common and are expected to become even more so in the next few years. They’re most often performed on people who suffer from osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, and anyone who has a traumatic knee injury. Although total knee replacements are meant to relieve chronic knee pain, they may actually end […]
Can physical therapy provide pain relief while you’re waiting for a knee replacement?
It’s estimated that nearly 4 million people in the U.S. currently have knee replacements. That number is expected to significantly increase within a few years. People often receive knee replacements for conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or joint damage caused by a major knee injury. Knee replacements are meant to increase knee function, improve […]
How direct-to-patient marketing can help you increase self-referrals
Direct-to-patient marketing is a relatively new marketing approach in the medical industry. Previously, health care products were marketed to health care professionals. This was because they’re the ones who use those products on their patients. However, the way that health care products are marketed has shifted significantly. There’s been an increase in the health care […]
How to build a strong physical therapy business plan
So, you’ve made the decision to start your own physical therapy business. Now your next step is to put together a detailed business plan. But what elements should your plan encompass? There are so many different components that go into creating a business plan, but if you’re looking to create a plan for your physical […]
How to deal with an injury to your dominant hand
If you’ve recently sustained an injury to your dominant hand, you’re probably having trouble coping with the way you go about your new daily routine. You probably also didn’t realize how much you used your dominant hand until it became injured. A hand injury can seriously affect the way you carry out your everyday activities. […]
What does a physical therapy office assistant do (and what should you look for in one)?
Have you recently started your physical therapy business or franchise? Are you looking to hire an office assistant? Maybe you’ve managed without one until now but you’re starting to think it might be time to look for someone to help with administrative tasks. Physical therapy office assistants can be a saving grace for clinics by […]
What does the future of physical therapy look like?
The future of the physical therapy industry is looking good. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the outlook for job growth for physical therapists up until 2031 is expected to be 17%. This is much higher than many other occupations. This job outlook should indicate to business owners that the industry will go […]
What is triscaphe arthritis and how do I treat it?
You may have heard of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, but have you ever heard about triscaphe arthritis? Well, if you experience joint pain at the base of your thumb where it meets your wrist — you’re likely experiencing triscaphe arthritis. Triscaphe arthritis is the localized inflammation of the triscaphe joint. This joint can be found in between the […]