3 Physical Therapy Treatments for Vertigo
Some of your patients may experience vertigo, a common health problem which causes the sensation of dizziness, rocking, or spinning when a person is completely motionless. Though vertigo is not a life-threatening ailment, it can affect a person’s quality of life and prohibit them from doing simple activities. Luckily, there are several physical therapy treatments for vertigo that can help your patients manage their condition. What...
Top Winter Destinations for Travel Therapy Assignments
The best part about working in travel healthcare is that you get to handpick where you will live each season. This way, you don’t have to be stuck in the snow if you don’t want to. Or, if you hate hot and humid summers, you can escape. With winter upon us, you’re probably searching for your dream assignment – whatever that means to you. No matter your preference, there are some amazing winter destinations available right now on...
Most Common Sports Injuries You Might See as a PT
As a physical therapist, you will face all kinds of injuries in your patients, ranging from minor to debilitating. As basketball season kicks into high-gear and football season comes to a close, it is important to keep yourself informed of some of the most common sports injuries. While not every patient is the same, and certainly not all injuries are the same, there are definitely some common things to look at. Browse Allied Travel...
Treating Trigger Points: A Therapist’s Guide
Pain is very personal. As a physical therapist, it is your job to discover the unique factors that contribute to your client’s pain and brainstorm techniques for relieving it. Trigger points are a common ailment, so there are many suggestions you can give a patient to help them mitigate pain caused by trigger points. What are trigger points? Myofascial trigger points, or muscle knots, are tough areas of muscle that can be very...
Healthcare Technology Trends For 2019
As we move quickly into the new year, it’s no surprise that technology is showing no signs of stopping, especially when it comes to technology in healthcare. As new advancements begin to be unveiled, more and more healthcare professionals will discover ways to streamline certain practices. We can expect to see the industry advancing at a rapid pace. The field of healthcare has historically been one of the last ones to adapt to any...