Medicare Approved Physical Therapy Abbreviations

By on 9/12/16 CMS

Coding and billing are important elements of physical therapy practice because the process ensures your payment and reimbursements are accurate. When it comes to medical abbreviations, there is a very long list of them as it’s common in clinical practice to use acronyms for soap notes and so forth. Here are a few helpful resources […] Continue Reading

8 Scientifically Proven Steps to Improve Your Sleep Quality

By on 9/8/16 Health

Research shows that sleep quality may be the new frontier in health and wellness, as not getting enough sleep (most common problem), or getting too much, increases our risk of weight gain, lowers immune function, causes memory issues, anxiety, depression, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, heart attack, and even stroke. In our last article […] Continue Reading

Mental Health in Healthcare Workplace Safety ­

By on 9/1/16 Health

Within organizations, physical safety is often on the agenda in regard to workplace safety. But what about mental health? Mental and stress related disorders such as depression, anxiety and burnout account for a large percentage of all work-related health problems. And due to the emotionally demanding work, along with fiscal restraints that often result in […] Continue Reading

Physical Therapy Continuing Education Courses Online

By on 8/25/16 CEUs

As a physical therapist (PT) or physical therapy assistant (PTA), you are required to maintain your level of continued education units (CEUs) every year to keep your professional licensing effective. Attending conferences, and events can provide great networking opportunities. But, the Internet provides many online PT and PTA continuing education courses that make it far […] Continue Reading

Preventing Occupational Stress in Healthcare

By on 8/18/16 Health

In order to avoid distress, exhaustion and burnout, healthcare workers need to be aware of their risk of occupational stress and manage it accordingly. According to a recent Cochrane review, occupational stress can be the result of numerous ‘stress exposure’ factors including organizational pressures, increasing workload, patient demands, emotional responses (healthcare is an emotionally-connected profession), […] Continue Reading

Establishing An Effective Health Care Quality Assurance Strategy

By on 8/4/16 SNF

According to Baker Tilly, less than 49% of management teams in healthcare organizations are considered “committed” to the shift towards CMS value-based care. As the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) suggest, the resistance is likely due to the many questions surrounding expectations and effective implementation. While there is no clear pathway suited to all […] Continue Reading

5 Step Process for Implementing Evidence Based Practice

By on 8/2/16 SNF

With the shift to CMS values-based model, attention to quality care can be maximized by implementing evidence based knowledge for continual improvements toward patient outcomes with occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy treatments. We recently discussed the basics and barriers of evidence based practice for therapists. In this article, we will expand on the […] Continue Reading

Never Too Old for Sex. Even for Nursing Home Residents!

By on 7/28/16 Health

Sex. It’s a controversial and awkward topic for many people to approach, even under “normal” circumstances. But sex and old people? Let’s face it, no one really likes to think that ‘old people’ have sex. Yet the reality is that ‘old people’ are human like everyone else. It is human nature to desire intimacy, closeness, […] Continue Reading

Technological Advances in Mobility for the Disabled

By on 7/25/16 Healthcare Technology

The evolution of technology in healthcare has come a long way in relation to mobility for the disabled. 21st century innovation could soon bring new life changing inventions to market in compelling new ways. Let’s take a look at the humble wheelchair as an example. The History of the Wheelchair It is estimated that the […] Continue Reading

The Shift Toward CMS Values-Based Care and Outcomes

By on 7/21/16 CMS

The United States spends more on health care than any other country in the world. Unfortunately this cost is not justified. Statistics and outcomes have proven that the cost is not matched to improved quality and health outcomes. This progressive realization from regulators and government officials is one of the major incentives to shift toward […] Continue Reading

How to Write an Occupational Therapy Resume

By on 7/18/16 occupational therapy

Employers looking for an occupational therapist look for someone who is clinically competent in their ability to assist patients with mental, physical and social disabilities. The job market is competitive, so a well-written occupational therapy resume is essential to help you stand out of the crowd. Here you will learn: Different formats for resume building […] Continue Reading

Whole Body Vibration for Increased Muscle Mass, Bone Density & Physical Function

By on 7/14/16 Physical Therapy

Lack of exercise and aging contribute to reduced muscle mass, bone density, and skeletal and muscle dysfunction. One physical therapy treatment that combats these effects, with better overall outcomes, is whole body vibration. It is also a great treatment for various other conditions and situations, too. Whole body vibration is a form of resistance training […] Continue Reading

Evidence Based Practice for Therapists

By on 7/11/16 Physical Therapy

With CMS value-based care now in place, applying evidence based principles to clinical practice is more important than ever. While therapists may understand the importance of evidence based practice (EBP) and have possibly even explored recent research, when it comes to actually implementing the knowledge, there are often barriers within clinical settings that prevent this […] Continue Reading