The nice weather has arrived with springtime and most of us are working on our “To Do” list, especially now that more time is available with being quarantined during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. Yard work and garage spring cleaning are common tasks I’ve seen people doing, myself included. As I lifted multiple bags of mulch…
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You can do Physical Therapy through Telehealth?
Coronavirus concerns have led the physical therapy profession into new ways of providing care. Telehealth is live audio and video conferencing using platforms including Zoom, FaceTime and Skype. Although I do not believe telehealth is as effective as in office physical therapy, it may be the best option for you. There are many valid reasons…
Home Office Set Up
The COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic has caused many Americans to begin working from home. As we transition into another week of this, you may have noticed some new aches and pains. Your chosen workspace could be causing neck strain, headaches, shoulder and back pain if not set up properly. Consider the following Dos and Don’ts the…
Your Physical Therapy Can Change Your Habits… And Your Life
Most patients seek physical therapy care because they hurt or they cannot participate in desired activities. Sudden injuries or accidents can damage muscles, bones, and joints, and result in the need for physical therapy. However, the majority of physical therapy patients treated at OrthoKnox suffer injuries resulting from repetitive stresses or age-related wear and tear….
Sprains vs. Strains
SPRAINS VS STRAINS You lace up your sneakers, grab your keys, and head to the greenway to start your run. Just twenty steps in, you accidentally step off the sidewalk and your ankle twists. You sprained it. Or maybe you strained it. Regardless, you are in pain and can’t run. This is a common occurrence…
Common Knee Injuries in Fall Sports
With school back in session, fall sports are in full swing! Yes, that means football and cheerleading! Golf and tennis! Cross country and track! And girls’ soccer and volleyball! It is time to lace up your cleats or put on your fan gear. Either way, you should be aware of the common knee injuries that…
Customer Service
For my first blog, I can’t think of a more appropriate topic than customer service. When a physical therapist charges for physical therapy services provided, they typically charge service codes that specify the service was provided “direct one-on-one”. There are service codes that can be utilized for services provided to a group; however, this is…
Over Achievers: Listen to your Therapist
Having provided physical therapy services for nearly 20 years, I have observed numerous patient attitudes. There are the classic over achievers, there are the patients that do only what they are told, and then, unfortunately, we have the patients that are not truly motivated. The unmotivated patient follows the saying; you can lead a horse…