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Best Practices in Therapist-Patient Communication: Enhancing Engagement
August 16, 2023
Categories: Best Practices, Patient Engagement
Communication and collaboration are key skills to have as a therapist. These essential skills can allow you to ensure that your patients feel heard and respected, and you will create a safe environment for them to openly communicate their concerns regarding their condition. Today, we will explore the best practices in therapist-patient communication!
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Ethical Considerations in Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy Practices
August 16, 2023
Categories: Best Practices, Education, Patient Engagement
As healthcare professionals, you hold the responsibility of not only applying your expertise to the job, but also upholding the highest standards of ethical practice. As physical, occupational, and speech therapists, your professions are involved in enhancing the lives of individuals facing many challenges, and ethical practices can help provide the best possible care to all your patients. Join us in today’s blog as... Read More
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Don't Let Patient Data Fall into the Wrong Hands: 5 Tips for Protecting Your Practice
June 25, 2023
Categories: Best Practices, HIPAA, Success
In the healthcare industry, protecting patient data is critical, but it can also be challenging. Meeting HIPAA requirements and implementing procedures to safeguard patient data are crucial steps to ensure the security and privacy of this sensitive information. To help you out, we've put together 5 effective ways to protect patient data in your practice, and we'll share them with... Read More
Combat Physical Therapy Staffing Shortages
March 21, 2023
Categories: Best Practices, COVID-19, Employee Engagement, Telemedicine
The labor shortage in the United States has affected not only the physical therapy industry but also the healthcare industry as a whole. In 2021, about 22,032 physical therapists have left the workforce. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the expected change in employment for physical therapy is anticipated to grow 17% between 2021 and 2031, which is much faster than average. In today’s blog, we will share with you why these shortages are happening and what can be done to... Read More
National Nutrition Month: The Impact of Nutrition on Physical Therapy
March 9, 2023
Categories: Best Practices, Exercise, Goals, Long Term Care, Managed Care, Physical Therapy, Wellness Programs
Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month? The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics created this campaign 50 years ago to promote learning about a healthy lifestyle. This year's theme is “Fuel for the Future” and is focused on healthy eating while also focusing on sustainability. To learn more about getting involved in National Nutrition Month, visit this page!
Marketing Your Practice in the New Year
December 1, 2022
Categories: Best Practices, Marketing, Success
Have you started thinking about marketing plans for next year? As the new year is approaching, it is a great time to start thinking about a marketing plan for your practice! We have put together a list of a few marketing strategy ideas that you can use to start creating a marketing plan for your therapy or rehabilitation practice in the new year.
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November 1, 2022
Categories: Best Practices, Holidays, Home Health
The holidays are such a fun time with family and friends! With all the fun fall festivities to all the Christmas family gatherings there is so much to do during the holidays! When life gets busy it can be easy to forget to take care of our bodies while doing all the preparations that these activities and gatherings entail. Failing to take precautions and take care of our body can result in aches and pains later. We are going... Read More
Physical Therapy and Breast Cancer Recovery: Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 1, 2022
Categories: Best Practices, Managed Care, Physical Therapy
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we want to bring awareness to this horrible disease. According to breastcancer.org, “Breast cancer refers to a malignant tumor that has developed from cells in the breast. Usually, breast cancer either begins in the cells of the lobules, which are the milk-producing glands, or the ducts, the passages that drain milk from the lobules to the nipple.” Breast cancer can... Read More
Back to School: Keeping Your Clients Through the School Year
August 29, 2022
Categories: Best Practices, Juvenile, Managed Care, Occupational Therapy, Patient Engagement, Success, Tips
Trying to keep your clients coming back consistently throughout the school year can be difficult. Their schedules are a lot busier, and they may have little to no free time. Between school, homework, and the beginning of sports, it is really easy for your patients to forget to make appointments regularly. We are going to give you a few tips to keep your clients coming back during the school year.
Tips to Beat Healthcare Burnout
August 1, 2022
Categories: Best Practices, Coronavirus, COVID-19, General, Mental Health, Self care
Burnout can take a toll on every healthcare worker and their patients. Healthcare workers are put under a tremendous amount of stress because of factors such as time pressures, chaotic environments, and overall responsibilities. Burnout is at an all-time high because of the pandemic, as more than 50% of healthcare workers reported symptoms of anxiety, depression, and other mental health... Read More