PT Profile: Morgan Denny, DPT

Today we’re excited to welcome Morgan Denny DPT to our PT Profile Series. Morgan was born and raised in Omaha, NE and graduated PT School at University of Montana in 2006. She works with the STAND: The Haiti Project and enjoys playing on trails, traveling, and laughing so hard she can’t breathe. Read our interview with her below for some pretty valuable insights from a… Continue reading PT Profile: Morgan Denny, DPT

Ultrasound: Why Do Manual Therapists Cringe At The Request?

Hello from Eugene, Oregon where I’ve been volunteering at the USATF Outdoor Championships! Last year I was chosen along with a dozen or so other physical therapist’s to cover the 2014 IAAF World Junior Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon. Like many other professionals who volunteer their time, I do it because I love my… Continue reading Ultrasound: Why Do Manual Therapists Cringe At The Request?

Physiological Testing For The Shoulder (Video)

In the manual therapy continuing education video below, NAIOMT faculty Michael Lucido, PT, DPT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT demonstrates shoulder physiological testing. Leave a comment with any questions you may have and see below for upcoming Shoulder-Elbow-Wrist-Hand courses.   September 2015   C-626 Shoulder-Elbow-Wrist-Hand (Berrien Springs, MI) Register September 30 – October 2, 2015 Berrien Springs, MI Berglund, Kathy  … Continue reading Physiological Testing For The Shoulder (Video)

Spinal Manipulations for Larger Patient (Video)

In the manual therapy video below, NAIOMT’s Stacy Soappman, PT, DSc, COMT, FAAOMPT provides some strategies for performing spinal manipulations on patients larger than yourself. These tips are also great for protecting your body when working long days in the clinic. For more manual therapy expertise with Stacy, join her for Cervical Spine II September 24-25 in Denver, CO.

When You’re Treating, Keep This in Mind

At NAIOMT’s 2015 Sacroiliac Joint Symposium in Seattle a few weeks ago, Erl Pettman, PT, MCSP, MCPA, FCAMPT had these important words to say to the packed room of physical therapists. This is at the core of what NAIOMT does, and what sets our organization apart from many others. We teach PTs more than top-notch techniques. We teach them the why… Continue reading When You’re Treating, Keep This in Mind

Examination to “Rule-In” Thoracic Herniated Disc (Video)

In the manual therapy continuing education video below, NAIOMT faculty Michael Lucido, PT, DPT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT demonstrates an examination to “rule-in” a thoracic herniated disc. Get more manual therapy expertise from Michael at Thoracic Spine August 25-26 in Dallas, or find another valuable course in your area.

PT Profile: Josh Renzi

Today we welcome physical therapist Joshua K. Renzi, PT, MPT, COMT, FAAOMPT and co-owner of Spine & Sports Rehabilitation to our PT Profile series. Josh is a Member, American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (AAOMPT). He focuses his clinical practice on osteopathic manual therapy and differential diagnosis and incorporates neuromuscular re-education as… Continue reading PT Profile: Josh Renzi

OA Biomechanical Assessment and Treatment (Video)

In the manual therapy continuing education video below, NAIOMT faculty Terry Pratt, MS, PT, COMT, FAAOMPT demonstrates assessment and treatment techniques for the occipital-atlanteal joints. For more guidance, join Terry for Cervical Spine in sunny Orlando, FL September 10-11, or find another course near you!

Protecting Your Thumb While Performing Manual Therapy Techniques

The carpometacarpal joint of the thumb is essential for our work as manual therapists. In the video below, NAIOMT faculty Ann Porter Hoke, PT, DPT, OCS, FCAMPT, FAAOMPT addresses how we can help protect our thumb while conducting techniques. For a deeper look into the hand and much more, join us for one of our upcoming Upper… Continue reading Protecting Your Thumb While Performing Manual Therapy Techniques