New Technology in Physical Therapy Emerges
Two new technological advances have emerged that will help provide physical therapists with the best possible physical therapy regimens for their clients. Soft robots and a new computer program designed to monitor a patient’s mobility are two more advances that could soon become a staple in the physical therapy realm. As a physical therapist, it’s important to remain in the loop when it comes to new technology in the industry. Luckily...
Why Should You Become a Travel Therapist?
There are many reasons that most physical and occupational therapists would choose to find a permanent position and settle down. But, for therapists that aren’t sure where they want to settle down or don’t have family responsibilities, I have seven fantastic reasons why they should become a travel therapist. 7 Reasons to Become a Travel Therapist 1. More Money, More Time No, don’t you worry. You read that correctly. Should you choose...
Light Therapy | Adding to Your Toolkit
As the winter months carry on with short days and gloomy skies, some may find themselves at the whim of the season. Traveling across the country, therapists are likely to encounter a wide range of climates and preferences of their patients. Sometimes the darker conditions of our colder months can reduce a person’s ability to maintain their energy and leave us feeling lethargic, at times even depressed. Light therapy is one way...
Advancing Virtual Physical Therapy
Technology is fundamentally changing the way we manage and administer healthcare all over the world. Healthcare providers and telehealth startups are finding ways to use technology to increase access to care as well as lower healthcare costs. As we head in the New Year, you should look for virtual physical therapy to revolutionize the healthcare industry. A Look at Virtual Physical Therapy In 2015, researchers from the University of...
5 Skills for Traveling Therapists in 2017
As the wild ride of 2016 comes to its necessary end, we’re looking ahead to valuable skills for traveling therapists 2017. Although you may already possess many of this vital therapy skills, a review won’t hurt either! Realizing that there is always more to improve upon will set you up well for another 365 days of travel therapy jobs. Like any professional healthcare job, traveling therapy can be a competitive field....