NAIOMT’s in New York City this weekend teaching a Lumbopelvic Spine II-Hip con ed course. To kick things off, Stacy Soappman, PT, DSc, COMT, FAAOMPT will be doing a brief review of the lumbar scan, and we invite you to watch that portion of the course live online tomorrow Sunday December 6 at 8:30 am EST. Tune in to NAIOMT’s Periscope channel here.
Category: Manual Therapy
A Trip Into NAIOMT’s History
This is a great time to take stock of the past and express gratitude. Thank you for connecting with NAIOMT. Thank you for pushing to be a better PT. We’re also thankful for eclecticism, for open minds. We’re thankful for the courage to take a leap and innovate – which invariably means to fail at… Continue reading A Trip Into NAIOMT’s History
Abstract of the Week: Adhesive Capsulitis of the Hip
Abstract: Adhesive Capsulitis of the Hip: A Review & Adhesive Capsulitis of the Hip: A Case Report: An Entity in Question While mobilizing a patient’s hip joint in 2011, I had the thought that the hip felt like adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder. I researched it in the literature and found 11 articles describing adhesive capsulitis of the… Continue reading Abstract of the Week: Adhesive Capsulitis of the Hip
How to Effectively Palpate the Lumbar Spine (VIDEO)
In the manual therapy video below, NAIOMT faculty member Bill Temes, PT, MS, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT demonstrates how to effectively palpate the lumbar spine. Get more manual therapy expertise in person with Bill at his Advanced Upper Quadrant Integration course in New York, NY August 26-27.
Manual Therapy Video: Cuneiform Manipulation
In the manual therapy video below NAIOMT Faculty Member Steve Allen, PT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT takes us through an effective cuneiform manipulation. For more manual therapy guidance with Steve, join him for his Lower Extremity course in Kansas City, MO October 21-22, or browse other upcoming courses offered throughout the country here.
Abstract of the Week: Prevention of Lower Extremity Injuries in Basketball
Abstract: Prevention of Lower Extremity Injuries in Basketball: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Taylor JB1, Ford KR2, Nguyen AD3, Terry LN4, Hegedus EJ2. Objective: To analyze the effectiveness of current lower extremity injury prevention programs in basketball athletes, focusing on injury rates of (1) general lower extremity injuries, (2) ankle sprains, and (3) anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)… Continue reading Abstract of the Week: Prevention of Lower Extremity Injuries in Basketball
Movement: It’s What You Do This For (Video)
The human body’s ability to heal, and its ability to reach feats far beyond what our minds can comprehend is incredible. As physical therapists and experts in movement, we see the whole spectrum of movement on a daily basis. From those limited by chronic pain and disability to athletes bringing their bodies to the highest possible capacity, and everything in between. So… Continue reading Movement: It’s What You Do This For (Video)
Treating The Throwing Athlete
Baseball and softball players (and other overhead throwing athletes) are unique and require special characteristics to allow them the mobility and stability to perform their sport. And there are considerable anatomical and biomechanical kinetic chain concepts that a physical therapist must understand to treat them appropriately. That’s why we developed our new overhead thrower’s course, Advanced Concepts for the… Continue reading Treating The Throwing Athlete
PT Profile: Leah Sawyer
Today we welcome Nashville, Tennessee physical therapist Leah Sawyer, originally from Southern Oregon. She’s a passionate PT dedicated to learning and growing in our profession, and ultimately, of course getting people better. Below, Leah shares a little of her background, followed by her answers to a few of our PT Profile questions. ~ I spent the better part of my childhood… Continue reading PT Profile: Leah Sawyer
Why Mentorship Matters in PT
Why does mentorship matter so much in our physical therapy profession? And why do we keep harping on this? Here goes. A mentor is an enlightened person that can see solutions without getting bogged down in the problem. They incite exponential growth and can inspire a person to be greater than they ever imagined. A mentor will… Continue reading Why Mentorship Matters in PT
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