Could you use a few extra hours in your day? How about extra hours of continuing education credits without investing the extra time or money? We are proud to announce that using the Continuing Competence Activity Standards, The Federation of State Board of Physical Therapy (FSBPT) ProCert program has determined that NAIOMT’s Cervical Spine I course offers… Continue reading How to Earn 24 Continuing Education Hours in Just 21
Category: Physical Therapy
NAIOMT-Certified PT is “Healer of the Ballet Elite” Featured in Wall Street Journal
We want to congratulate NAIOMT-certified Michelle Rodriguez MPT, OCS, CMPT of Manhattan Physio Group, for the amazing work she’s doing. Michelle’s master clinical skills, expertise, patient experience and intuition have helped countless top-notch dancers excel at their art, and according to her recent profile in the Wall Street Journal, her “reputation as a healer has even extended to Hollywood—Jennifer Connelly has praised her… Continue reading NAIOMT-Certified PT is “Healer of the Ballet Elite” Featured in Wall Street Journal
PT Profile: Dalin Hansen
Today we’d like to introduce you to DPT student, Dalin Hansen. Dalin graduated Cum Laude from Utah Valley University in 2013 with a bachelors in exercise science. He enjoys staying active with anything competitive, as well as hiking and biking. He became a fluent Tagalog speaker while working with the LDS mission in the Philippines, and when not studying… Continue reading PT Profile: Dalin Hansen
Back Pain Gets Much-Needed Attention
Everyday PTs across the country are dedicated to finding prevention strategies and treatment solutions for patients experiencing debilitating back pain, and NAIOMT faculty, courses and fellowships focus on providing the tools, clinical skills and mentorship necessary to do so. We know this pervasive issue needs more coordinated attention to help the millions of Americans whose… Continue reading Back Pain Gets Much-Needed Attention
3 Tips for Educating Female Athletes on ACL Injury Prevention
ACL prevention has come along way over the last 10 years. We have had some instrumental PTs in our profession doing research and providing valuable information on how to prevent ACL injuries in female athletes. There are still many topics to explore still, however, there are several key ways to prevent injury that have been… Continue reading 3 Tips for Educating Female Athletes on ACL Injury Prevention
PT Profile: Angela Gordon
We are so excited to welcome and introduce you to a new guest faculty member to the NAIOMT team. Angela T. Gordon PT, DSc, MPT, COMT, OCS, ATC, FMS has more than 12 years of clinical experience in orthopedic and sports physical therapy, and has been the lead physical therapist for the Washington Nationals Baseball team in 2005 and 2010 to… Continue reading PT Profile: Angela Gordon
PT Profile: Karen Litzy
For this week’s PT Profile, we’re excited to welcome to Karen Litzy. Karen graduated from Misericordia University with a Masters degree in Physical Therapy in 1997 and in 2014 with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. She’s the owner of Karen Litzy Physical Therapy, a concierge physical therapy practice in New York City, host of the podcast Healthy Wealthy & Smart and… Continue reading PT Profile: Karen Litzy
Direct Access & Treating Without A Referral
A friend experiencing neck pain recently called around to find a physical therapist who would see her. She had been to PT before and knew how much it would help. But because she was seeking out PT directly, without first going to a doctor, clinic after clinic turned her away. One said “we’re not doctors, we… Continue reading Direct Access & Treating Without A Referral
PT Profile: Gary Kearns, PT, COMT, FAAOMPT
In this PT Profile we’re excited to introduce you to Gary Kearns, PT, COMT, FAAOMPT. Gary graduated in 2002 from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) with his MPT, followed up with NAIOMT coursework and completed our fellowship program in 2010. He’s currently completing his Doctor of Science (ScD) at TTUHSC and practices in an outpatient clinic in Dallas, TX, where he’s… Continue reading PT Profile: Gary Kearns, PT, COMT, FAAOMPT
The Role of Communication in Clinical Practice
The hard work we put in as physical therapists, the various forms of education we absorb, the mentorships we value and grow from, the techniques we master — all of it matters. Each of these components matter a lot as we treat and and navigate a wellness path for each of our patients. But without the thorough engagement, communication and collaboration… Continue reading The Role of Communication in Clinical Practice
