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Using Monofilaments in Sensory Assessment Examinations for Diabetes (Post)
Sensory assessment examinations are performed using a 5.07 Semmes-Weinstein monofilament. Traditionally the monofilament is composed of a nylon filament fixed to a plastic h ...
Ultrasound and Paraffin Therapy on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome(Post)We’ve seen an influx in carpal tunnel syndrome in patients at the clinic. I believe the increase in time spent in the office at our desks added to spending time on home computers and cell phones ...
Want Stronger Fingers? The Solution is Right at Your Fingertips(Post)You’ve probably never seen this happen at your local gym. You’re standing there between a bench press station and a squat machine. Through your mind are running vacillating thoughts about trying to ...
Choosing the Best Modalities in Sports Therapy(Post)Working with athletes in physical therapy is slightly different then working with the general population. While the aim is the same, to return to function, time is of the essence and in the case o ...
Picking the Right Strength Evaluation Tool for Rehabilitation(Post)We’ve written about the importance of strength and manual muscle testing in rehabilitation before. It bears repeating that muscle testing provides valuable information in the rehabilitation process i ...
What is Kinesio tape and Why do Physical Therapists Use it?(Post)So! Let’s talk Kinesio tape. I’m a recent convert as is our clinic. As a result, most patients that come in leave with some sort of taping. Mummy jokes aside, Kinesio tape is a rockstar physic ...
The Benefits of the Mettler Sonicator 740x Ultrasound(Post)Since the 1940’s, ultrasound therapy has one of the most popular modalities used in physical therapy and with goodreason. With multiple benefits including: improved tissue relaxation and local blo ...
Benefits of Whirlpool Therapy on Tendonitis(Post)So after years of working in physical therapy, I recently became a patient myself. 20 years of yoga practice and 10 years as a massage therapist had gifted me with tendonitis in both wrists. Suffer ...
How Do I Properly Clean and Care for My Whitehall Hydrotherapy Whirlpools and Turbines?(Post)Hydrotherapy is a popular form of rehabilitative therapy that involves the use of whirlpool turbine agitated waterto treat various conditions such as arthritic pain, skin l ...
The Benefits of Physical Therapy vs. Medication when Treating Pain(Post)I read a great article today about the benefits of seeking out physical therapy over medication. (See Perscription vs Practice) It detailed the benefits of physical therapy (no unpleasant s ...
Purdue Pegboard Manual Dexterity Test(Post)The Purdue Pegboard Manual test was invented in 1948 by Joseph Tiffin, an Industrial Psychologist at Purdue University. The test was developed to determine the capability of potential employees ...
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- Medical Diagnostics > Weight Scales
- Therapeutic Modalities > Ultrasound Therapy Machines > Ultrasound Applicators
- Hand Therapy > Finger Exerciser
- Therapeutic Modalities > Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES / EMS)
- Physical Therapy Products > Combination Therapy Machines
- Flexibility & Stretching Equipment > Foam Rollers
- Muscle Strength Testing Devices
- Medical Diagnostics > Anthropometric Tools
- Resistance Training Devices > Exercise/Resistance Tubing
- Hot and Cold Therapy > Therm-X Cold/Hot/Contrast Compression Therapy
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