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  • Manual therapy and exercise for patients with cluster headache

    The aim of this case series is to clarify if a physiotherapy program can reduce the frequency, intensity and duration of the headache episodes in patients with cluster headache. A 7-case series with cluster headache patients was conducted. Every subject received physiotherapy treatment based on manual therapy and exercise, maintaining pharmacological treatment prescribed by the neurologist. Frequency, intensity and duration of the episodes, pressure pain thresholds (PPT) and psychological variables were measured 5 times: pre-intervention, post-intervention, 1 month follow-up, 2 months follow-up and 3 months follow-up. Two of the seven subjects decreased their frequency of headaches over 50 % and another in 16,67 %. There were no significant changes in duration or intensity. Results also showed an improvement in impact of headache in 6 of 7 cases. Those cases that decreased more their headache frequency also decreased their pain catastrophizing. A program of physiotherapy based in manual therapy and exercise, might be an effective and safe complement to decrease the frequency of the episodes of CH in short-term (4 months follow-up) including interdisciplinary working with neurologists and other health care professionals.

  • How to Relieve Back Pain

    Back pain can disrupt your daily life, but with a few tips and tricks, you can lead a healthier and pain-free life. Learn about effective strategies, exercises and lifestyle changes to alleviate and manage back pain.

  • New AI-based system aims to facilitate the rehabilitation process for stroke patients

    https://www.news-medical.net/news/20230724/New-AI-based-system-aims-to-facilitate-the-rehabilitation-process-for-stroke-patients.aspx

  • Personal Motivation Helps Determine Length Of Recovery Time After Total Knee Replacement

    Personal motivation may be the biggest factor in determining the length of time it takes for a patient to return to work following a total knee replacement, according to new research published in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery (JBJS). "Although the physical demands of a patient's job certainly have some influence on their ability to return to work following a primary total knee replacement, the patient's characteristics, particularly motivation, play a more important role," said study author Joseph F. Styron, PhD, of Case Western Reserve University. * According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, arthritis is the leading cause of disability among working-age Americans, and total knee replacement, or total knee arthroplasty (TKA), is commonly used to help treat advanced forms of arthritis of the knee.* According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), about 581,000 TKAs are performed each year in the United States, and experts say that number is expected to grow significantly as the population ages. Study Findings:The authors enrolled 162 patients who were scheduled for a TKA, and asked them to complete questionnaires assessing their physical status, ability to perform job responsibilities, physical demands at work and other workplace characteristics, as well as questions about their motivation and desire to return to work. The study was designed to consider both part-time and full-time work scenarios, and also included patients who were self-employed. The median time to return to work for these patients in this study was 8.9 weeks. Dr. Styron noted a patient's individual motivation to return to work may rely on a more complicated combination of factors, including the value an individual places on the role of work, as well as a patient's commitment to his or her particular job. "Research has shown, an individual's motivation to work is a complex interaction among the individual's personality traits, needs, values and feelings about the importance of working as well as the commitment to his or her work," he said. In addition to personal motivation, other factors that predicted an earlier return to work included: Being female; Having a less-physically-demanding job; Being self-employed; Being employed at a handicap-accessible workplace; and Having a stable preoperative emotional state. The authors noted that all of these factors were similar to the factors found in previous literature to be associated with returning to work following other orthopaedic procedures or injuries. Surprisingly, the study results indicated the physical demands of a patient's job played a minor role in their return to work, especially for patients who were able to modify their work responsibilities to compensate for their knee surgery. Although patients with higher physical demands took slightly longer to return to work, the effect was modest, the study noted. Personal financial status and social motivations also did not appear to have an influence on how quickly a patient returned to work. Because personal motivation appears to play an important role in a patient's decision to return to work, the study authors recommend doctors take that factor into consideration when advising patients prior to knee surgery and during recovery. "It appears that properly managed, highly motivated patients are capable of returning to work even in physically demanding jobs," Dr. Styron said. "The implications for advising patients preoperatively are clear: they should be told that returning to work depends more on the patient than his or her type of job." Disclosure: In support of their research for or preparation of this work, Dr. Styron received, in any one year, outside funding or grants in excess of $10,000 from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (Institutional Training Grant T32 HS00059). In addition, Dr. Wael Barsoum received, in any one year, payments or other benefits in excess of $10,000 or a commitment or agreement to provide such benefits from a commercial entity (Stryker, S.S. White, Wright Medical, OtisMed, and Exactech). Source: Lauren PearsonAmerican Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Link to original article #total #knee #replacement #tkr #physical #therapy #injury

  • Efficacy of Physical Therapy in CMT Management

    Medical Xpress summarizes the new and updated recommendations for physical therapy management of congenital muscular torticollis (CMT) that is presented in the October issue of Pediatric Physical Therapy. The article explains that "the 2018 clinical practice guideline for physical therapy management of CMT reflects new research since the previous guidelines, published in 2013. The update includes 17 'action statements,' supported by current research evidence, reviewed by expert practitioners, pediatricians, parents, and other stakeholders." The article goes on to highlight the new and updated action statements. This blog post was created by Planetrehab and is strictly informational and should not be used as a replacement for advice from a doctor or professional caregiver. Planetrehab combines comprehensive but easy-to-use scheduling, documentation, billing, reporting and collections for single or multi-clinic physical therapy and occupational therapy companies. Our practice management software is integrated with our practice management service that includes access to our team of experienced management consultants that will help identify and correct potential lost revenue and maximize per visit submissions and to our expert management staff that has experience identifying and correcting deficient areas of any practice. To find out more, visit www.planetrehab.com or call 800-982-5447. #physicaltherapy #CMT #congenitalmusculartorticollis #PediatricPhysicalTherapy #pediatric

  • Unexplained Muscle Aches

    Medical News Today details some of the causes of unexplained muscle aches and how to treat them. Some of the causes include: Stress Dehydration Nutritional Deficit Sprains and Strains Sleep Issues Too Much Physical Activity Infections, Diseases and Hereditary Conditions The article goes on to explain the symptoms and remedies. This blog post was created by Planetrehab. The information provided is informational only. Planetrehab combines comprehensive but easy-to-use scheduling, documentation, billing, reporting and collections for single or multi-clinic physical therapy and occupational therapy companies. Our practice management software is integrated with our practice management service that includes access to our team of experienced management consultants that will help identify and correct potential lost revenue and maximize per visit submissions and to our expert management staff that has experience identifying and correcting deficient areas of any practice. To find out more, visit www.planetrehab.com or call 800-982-5447. #muscleaches #physicaltherapy #exercise

  • April is National Occupational Therapy Month

    AOTA published a list of then things that an OT can do to celebrate Occupational Therapy month.

  • How ACOs will Affect Physical Therapy

    A great article by Samuel S. Sprague touching on the affect Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) will have on physical therapy practices. ACOs will provide a tangible benefit for physical therapy providers by improving the quality of care and lower the cost of the care. However, there are some concerns that freestanding physical therapy clinics will be squeezed out of the market by large ACOs, but provisions have been created by the Department of Justice to combat anti-trust activities. Sprague points out that it is critical for physical therapy clinics to adopt physical therapy software so they can incorporate EHR into their practice. Although the final rules for ACOs have not been finalized, it is important that physical therapists stay apprised of forthcoming developments. #physical #therapy #billing #company #software #aco

  • Tips to Avoid Basketball Injuries

    Physical Therapy Products published a list of tips from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) to help basketball players avoid injuries when playing basketball. To summarize, the suggestions are: 1. Proper Preparation for Play 2. Focus on Technique 3. Ensure Appropriate Equipment 4. Ensure a Safe Environment 5. Prepare for Injuries 6. Safe Return to Play 7. Prevent Overuse Injuries For more information, read the article here. This blog post was created by Planetrehab. The information provided is informational only. Planetrehab combines comprehensive but easy-to-use scheduling, documentation, billing, reporting and collections for single or multi-clinic physical therapy and occupational therapy companies. Our practice management software is integrated with our practice management service that includes access to our team of experienced management consultants that will help identify and correct potential lost revenue and maximize per visit submissions and to our expert management staff that has experience identifying and correcting deficient areas of any practice. To find out more, visit www.planetrehab.com or call 800-982-5447. #basketball #injury #physicaltherapy

  • Fastest Growing Professions Through 2026

    The U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics released its forecast for the fastest growing professions through 2026. Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapy Aides, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants and Occupational Therapy Aides all made the list. This blog post was created by Planetrehab. The information provided is informational only. Planetrehab combines comprehensive but easy-to-use scheduling, documentation, billing, reporting and collections for single or multi-clinic physical therapy and occupational therapy companies. Our practice management software is integrated with our practice management service that includes access to our team of experienced management consultants that will help identify and correct potential lost revenue and maximize per visit submissions and to our expert management staff that has experience identifying and correcting deficient areas of any practice. To find out more, visit www.planetrehab.com or call 800-982-5447. #physicaltherapy #occupationaltherapy #employment #jobs

  • Physical Therapy as Effective as Degenerative Knee Surgery

    Physical Therapy Products published the results of a multicenter study presented at the EFORT Annual Congress that show that arthroscopic partial meniscectomy (APM) surgery was as effective as physical therapy in patients with degenerative knees. Read the full article here. This blog post was created by Planetrehab. The information provided is informational only. Planetrehab combines comprehensive but easy-to-use scheduling, documentation, billing, reporting and collections for single or multi-clinic physical therapy and occupational therapy companies. Our practice management software is integrated with our practice management service that includes access to our team of experienced management consultants that will help identify and correct potential lost revenue and maximize per visit submissions and to our expert management staff that has experience identifying and correcting deficient areas of any practice. To find out more, visit www.planetrehab.com or call 800-982-5447. #physicaltherapy #knee #arthroscopicpartialmeniscectomy #APM

  • Kentucky Co-pay Law 'Victory' for PTs

    Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear signed legislation March 16 that limits copays for physical therapy and occupational therapy visits. Senate Bill 112 was sponsored by State Senator Tom Buford (R) and supported by the Kentucky Physical Therapy Association (KPTA) and the Kentucky Occupational Therapy Association. SB 112 limits a copayment or coinsurance amount for a physical therapist or occupational therapist visit to no greater than the copayment or coinsurance amount charged to a patient for a physician or osteopath office visit. SB 112 also requires insurers to clearly state the availability of therapies under their plans, and all related limitations. Click to read the rest of the article about the Kentucky co-pay law victory.

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