The Revolving Door: U.S. Hospital Readmissions
US Hospital readmissions significantly drive up healthcare cost. Each year, Medicare expends an estimated $17 billion on unplanned hospital readmissions. The Healthcare Cost & Utilization […]
AuthorKevin O'Sullivan
Post-operative Crutch Walking: Weight Bearing
Walking Exercises Condition: Neurological and musculoskeletal conditions affecting their gait, balance and coordination. Weight-bearing and Standing Therapy are key exercises in gait rehabilitation. Patients with […]
Hand, Wrist & Forearm Strengthening Exercises
Upper Extremity Exercises Condition: Hand, Wrist & Forearm Strengthening As patients recover from injury and/or surgery their muscles will fatigue with simple activities such as […]
VA Provided PT and OT Services
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Physical Therapy Services The VA provides Physical Therapy services to Veterans and Service Members. Physical Therapists (PTs) are health […]
Fall Prevention: Essential Senior Care
Falls are recognized as the leading cause of death and injuries in elderly Americans. Approximately 35% of senior citizens fall at least once per year, […]
Standing Therapy Approach and Principles
Wheelchair users are at high risk of developing secondary conditions because they typically sit for extended periods of time. These secondary conditions can significantly diminish […]