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Von Frey Hair Aesthesiometer(Post)
The Von Frey style aesthesiometer is a device that measures the feeling thresholds (tactile sensitivity) of human skin using hairs (or monofilaments) of varying diameter. The device is na ...
New Results for Physical Therapy and Urinary Incontinence(Post)We’ve talked before about the benefits of treating pelvic floor issues with physical therapy. I want to revisit this because an exciting new study performed at the British Columbia Women's Hospi ...
How to Treat Forward Head Posture and Associated Side Effects(Post)We see poor posture all the time, especially in physical therapy. Gravity, staring at our computer screens, and driving are just a few of the things pulling our heads into a forward posture. Forwar ...
The Benefits of the InTENSity CX4 Combination Unit(Post)Modalities in physical therapy can be very useful in increasing the efficiency when treating patients. Two of the most popular modalities in our physical therapy office are Ultrasound and Transcut ...
How Physical Therapy Increases Function Post ACL Reconstruction(Post)In physical therapy one of the most important goals is to return a patient to normal function in their day-to-day activities. In a lot of cases, physical therapy is an essential tool for patients fa ...
Using Neuromuscular Stimulation in Physical Therapy(Post)One of the coolest parts of working in physical therapy is watching patients regain functional mobility.Gaining function for patients with neurological injuries can be one of the most rewardi ...
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 ...
ProHealthcareProducts.com Adds JTech Commander Echo Series To Product Offering(Post)ProHealthcareProducts.com, an online retailer of durable medical equipment and healthcare supplies, recently added the JTech Commander Echo line of evaluation products to its online catalog.
Choosing the Right E-Stim/Ultrasound Combination Unit(Post)In a physical therapy clinic, time and space are at a premium. It makes sense to choose equipment that maximizes on both. The Intelect XT 4-Channel Combo E-Stim/Ultrasound System with Mobile Car ...
Treating Common Sports Injuries With Physical Therapy(Post)Traumatic brain injuries suffered during athletic sports have become a common headline in the news. It is estimated that there are 300,000 sports-related traumatic brain injuries (TBI) which can ...
Ultrasound Technology now Being Used for Fat Reduction(Post)In the age of using diet pills and cosmetic surgery as shortcuts for enhancing body shape and attempting to improve self-image, it comes as little surprise that ultrasound technology is now being use ...
How to Use a Pain Scale & Create an Effective Treatment Plan(Post)If you’re a practitioner working actively in rehabilitation you deal with patients in pain every day. Asking patients to describe their pain and level of discomfort is some of the first questions ...