In the Manual Therapy video below, distinguished faculty instructor Ann Porter Hoke, PT, DPT, OCS, FCAMPT, FAAOMPT reflects on her clinical experience as it applies to treatment for the SI joint. For an exciting opportunity to learn from Ann in person at one of her upcoming manual therapy courses, see our upcoming courses or browse the list below!… Continue reading A Default Approach to SI Region Dysfunctions (Video)
Burning Mouth Syndrome: A Case Study
Several years ago I was doing some research on manual therapy and skin dysfunction. In my literature searches I came across a couple of articles written by Shannon Campbell (now Trotter), an osteopathic physician with a specialty in dermatology. As I read one of her articles, one of the conditions described was Burning Mouth Syndrome… Continue reading Burning Mouth Syndrome: A Case Study
Abstract of The Week: Upper cervical instability associated with rheumatoid arthritis
This week, we recommend taking a look at the following abstract: Upper cervical instability associated with rheumatoid arthritis: a case report. Here’s why we think it matters: Put simply, it really highlights the importance of good clinical reasoning. The patient in this case was not even referred to PT for “neck pain,” she was referred… Continue reading Abstract of The Week: Upper cervical instability associated with rheumatoid arthritis
MVA Neck Pain: Is the facet joint the ‘driver’ of my patient’s symptoms?
Everyday, physical therapists are striving to be better at clinical decision making. But in patients with chronic neck pain, it can be challenging for therapists to select the right treatment at the correct time for optimum outcomes for the patient. Motor vehicle accident whiplash-associated disorders or chronic neck pain from other ‘traumas’ can be evaluated… Continue reading MVA Neck Pain: Is the facet joint the ‘driver’ of my patient’s symptoms?
Calling National Student Conclave Attendees (And Those Who WANT to go!)
Who’s ready for National Student Conclave this fall? There are always so many amazing things happening at the NSC, and this year’s shaping up to be no different. We love this event because it’s all about getting involved. Not only does the student leadership get elected, but it’s also a great place to learn about… Continue reading Calling National Student Conclave Attendees (And Those Who WANT to go!)
If I Ran The World…or at Least the PT World
If I ran the world, outpatient physical therapy clinics would only be open from 8:30-2:30pm. Employers would be flexible enough to allow their employees to flex their time to have physical therapy during the day. And all commuting would be done on magical rainbow unicorns – OK, maybe that last one is stretching things a… Continue reading If I Ran The World…or at Least the PT World
Skill Filter: Why Mentorship is important.
This sign got me thinking… it’s often our own selves that are biggest limiter to growth. We can be our hardest critic and our worst friend. Every opportunity that presents itself has the potential be a moment of growth. A moment to shine. A lot of times though, we reject those opportunities, and convince ourselves “it just wasn’t for me.” This can be… Continue reading Skill Filter: Why Mentorship is important.
Profile of a NAIOMT PT
Each manual therapy organization, and any organization, has a culture. A company culture. Something that attracts and draws people to participate, to take classes, to pursue certification and fellowship. I’ve experienced quite a few different manual therapy organizations after 22 years in the specialty. And indeed, each of them have a different flavor, a different… Continue reading Profile of a NAIOMT PT
Abstract of The Week: Teaching and Learning Spinal Thrust Manipulation
This week’s Abstract of the Week is: A model for teaching and learning spinal thrust manipulation and its effect on participant confidence in technique performance (Christopher H. Wise, Ronald J. Schenk & Jill Black Lattanzi Published online: 10 Feb 2016) Here’s why we think this one matters: So often people learn manipulation in school or in a… Continue reading Abstract of The Week: Teaching and Learning Spinal Thrust Manipulation
IFOMPT 2016 Review: Lorimer Moseley – Expanding Our Understanding of Pain Biology and Patient
Today I want to return to IFOMPT 2016 in Glasgow where keynote speaker Dr. Lorimer Moseley both enlightened and entertained a captive audience. If you haven’t had the pleasure of hearing him speak, I embedded a great video clip below where he addresses his perspective on how the body interprets pain. I also recommend this “pelvic tilt” video. So let’s… Continue reading IFOMPT 2016 Review: Lorimer Moseley – Expanding Our Understanding of Pain Biology and Patient
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