
It's PT Month!
OCTOBER IS PHYSICAL THERAPY MONTH! It's time to PhysicalTherapists do for your overall health and wellbeing. Many people still do not recognize all of the benefits of Physical Therapy. Let's highlight a few for you here.
Less pain
More movement
Less dependence upon medications
Less dependence upon others
Improved Mobility
Better balance
Increased Strength
Increased Self Confidence
How do we do that??
Physical Therapists are specifically trained and licensed to do ...
Posted on 2022-10-13
Frozen Shoulder
Frozen Shoulder/Adhesive Capsulitis
Frozen shoulder is diagnosed in the United States about 200,000 times per year. It is characterized by insidious shoulder stiffness and nearly a complete loss of passive range of motion and active range of motion for external rotation. There are several risk factors which predispose someone to frozen shoulder.
Diabetes : 20 at risk.
Trauma : Peolple with a history of injury or surgery.
Auto Immune ...
Posted on 2021-03-23
Physical Therapy Month 2020
We are always excited for Physical Therapy Month. It gives PTs the opportunity to be recognized for their specialized contributions in the healthcare setting. Over the last few years, there has been advancement in Louisiana regarding when Physical Therapists can treat patients. In the recent past, PTs needed a referral from a physician to provide services. Since Direct Access became law in June of 2016, PTs no longer need a doctor's order to evaluate and treat! &nb...
Posted on 2020-10-13
Rehab Week 2020
It's Rehabilitation Week!
What does Rehabiltation Awareness Week mean? It's a time when Rehab Professionals, like Physical Therapists, Speech Therapists and Occupational Therapists, are recognized for their contributions to getting yall back on the road to recovery! It's a time to say Thank You and show appreciation for their work.
We all know that when in therapy, you-the patient, are doing all the hard ...
Posted on 2020-09-17
Pain Management Month 2019
It's September and cooler months are coming. How do cooler days affect your pain? For some people, their pain lets them know what's about to happen with the weather.
In today's world, we always seem to be rushing around and looking for instant gratification. But consider this-What's more important, immeidate pain relief or learning how to control your pain over time and situations? We know instant relief would be great. But if your pain keeps returning, other...
Posted on 2019-09-19