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Kettlebell Therapy: Restoring Movement with Natural Physics
Our latest article is by physical therapist Dr. Ben Fung. Dr. Fung's thesis on kettlebell exercise was presented and published by the American College of Sports Medicine.
View 'Kettlebell Therapy: Restoring Movement with Natural Physics'.
Serum Cholesterol and Low Back Pain!
Please read our latest Featured Article by Bahram Jam, founder and director of Advanced Physical Therapy Education Institute (APTEI) and has been a chief instructor for over six hundred post-graduate Orthopaedic clinical courses across Canada and internationally. View 'Serum Cholesterol and Low Back Pain!'.
The Role of the Pelvis in Hamstring Injuries & Posterior Thigh Pain
Please read our Featured Article by Diane Lee & LJ Lee, internationally recognized physiotherapists, authors, and educators. View 'The Role of the Pelvis in Hamstring Injuries & Posterior Thigh Pain'.
Latest Article by Featured Writer, Barrett Dorko
View the latest article by our Featured Writer. It is entitled "Disparity." View 'Disparity'.
Sulcus Sign
This article outlines the details of the Sulcus Sign test used in orthopedic examinations to diagnose shoulder instability. The article includes an embedded video demonstration of the special test. View the 'Sulcus Sign'.
Article by Featured Writer, Barrett Dorko
View the latest article by our Featured Writer. It is entitled 'Abduction and Courage.' View 'Abduction and Courage'.
Article: Empty Can Test - Orthopedic Examination
This article outlines the details of the popular Empty Can Test used in orthopedic examinations to diagnose supraspinatus integrity. The article includes an embedded video demonstration of the special test. View 'Empty Can Test'.
List of Orthopedic Tests for the Shoulder - We've added a new page that lists the common orthopedic tests of the shoulder. Explanations and demonstrations will be added for many of the tests. View List of Orthopedic Tests of the Shoulder.
Article - Becoming a Physical Therapist
'Becoming a Physical Therapist' is an article for those interested in a physical therapist career briefly outlining what a physical therapist is & giving advice on getting accepted into a physio school. Coming Soon: Getting a Job as a Physical Therapist.
Article Topic - Physical Therapy Equipment
A new Topic has been added that introduces the equipment used on a physio setting. See the page 'Physical Therapy Equipment' for an introduction to this new list of current and forthcoming articles. Current article topics include Ultrasound and Interferential Current.
RECENT ARTICLES
- 'Neuro-Proprioceptive Taping for Rehabilitation, Pain Relief and Injury Prevention'
- 'The Foam Roller in Physical Therapy Exercise Prescription'
- 'Occupational Physical Therapy'
- 'The Clinical Application of Ultrasound Imaging by Physical Therapists'
- 'The Value of Patient Education'
- 'Physiotherapy Insurance: When the Human Body Needs a Little TLC'
- 'What is a Physical Therapy Assistant?': A brief intro to the growing profession.'
- 'What is a Physical Therapy Aide?': A brief intro to the growing profession.'
- Therapeutic Ultrasound: a brief introduction to the use as well as the indications & contraindications.
'PHYSICAL THERAPY WEB SPACE' SECTIONS
- ARTICLE INDEX - Educational articles on topics related to physio.
- FORUM - An online forum for PT / physio topics.
- SCHOOLS - International list of schools offering physio programs.
- ORGANIZATIONS - PT & related organizations.
- DISEASE / INJURIES - Links to sites about specific ailments.
- JOURNALS - Links to physical therapy / physiotherapy related journals.
- OTHER PT SITES - Links to other pages devoted to physio.
- PHYSICAL THERAPY FAQ - Frequently asked questions about this site & physical therapy.
RECENTLY ADDED SITES
- TheraVid : HD Exercise Video Database
- Osteoarthritis Health Information : OA Health Info . com
- International Journal of Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation - added in Journals
- Mavenlive: Intelligent exercise prescription, customizable images, and documentation (free-trial available)
- Gray's Anatomy: the great reference, free & online!
- Calgary Sport Physiotherapy
- Healthy Fertility
- Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS : School of Physiotherapy - added in Schools
- Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy (JMMT) - added in Journals
- Physical Therapy Success! Dramatically increase clinic profits
- Preferred PT Billing: On-line billing
- All Therapy Jobs: Therapy Job listing service
