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5 Ways Rehabilitation Professionals Can Support Mental Well-Being
May 7, 2025
Categories: Mental Health, Self care, Tips
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to recognizing the importance of emotional well-being and promoting strategies that support mental health—both for patients and providers. While the longer days and brighter weather can improve mood for some, many individuals still struggle with stress, anxiety, and other mental health concerns year-round.
For rehabilitation professionals, this month is a great opportunity to both check in on your own well-being and ensure... Read More
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Adapting Your Home for Safe and Effective Rehabilitation
January 22, 2025
Categories: Home Health, Self care, Tips
As you begin your rehabilitation journey, it's essential to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters progress and independence. Your home can play a crucial role in your rehabilitation, providing a comfortable and familiar space to practice exercises, recover, and adapt to new challenges.
Let’s take a look at simple modifications to make your home more rehabilitation-friendly, essential tools and equipment for home-based rehabilitation exercises, and provide tips... Read More
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Mindful Walking: A Therapeutic Spring Exercise
April 9, 2024
Categories: Exercise, Physical Therapy, Self care
As the vibrant blooms of spring unfold, it's the perfect time to step into the outdoors and rejuvenate both your body and mind. One simple yet powerful practice to embrace this season is mindful walking – an exercise that not only connects you with nature but also offers a plethora of therapeutic benefits. In this blog, we'll explore the art of mindful walking and how it can be a transformative addition to your spring routine.
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Spring Into Fitness: Tailoring Your Workout to a New Season
March 9, 2024
Categories: Physical Therapy, Self care, Tips
As the vibrant hues of spring blossom around us, it's the perfect time to rejuvenate not just your surroundings but also your fitness routine. Spring is a season of renewal, and what better way to embrace this spirit than by tailoring your workout to the energy that comes with the changing weather. In this blog, we'll explore how you can spring into fitness, making the most of the season to boost your motivation and overall well-being.
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Addressing Burnout in Therapy Professions: Strategies for Self-Care and Resilience
July 26, 2023
Categories: Self care, Therapy Career, Wellness Programs
Burnout in physical therapy professions continues to grow due to copious amounts of stress, long hours, and many other factors. In 2021, The National Library of Medicine found that 58% of physical and occupational therapists reported high levels of burnout. Continue reading to find a few helpful strategies that you can implement to combat symptoms of burnout and prioritize self-care.
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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
Best Physical Therapy Exercises for Cyclists
May 1, 2022
Categories: Exercise, Self care
May is National Bike Month! Biking has so many wonderful benefits for you. In honor of National Bike Month, we thought we would share the best physical therapy exercises, stretches, warm-ups, and more to keep cyclists safe and biking fun!
Please note: you should always work with your doctor or physical therapist to find the best exercises... Read More
Healthy Aging Month: How Physical Therapy Can Help You As You Age
September 1, 2021
Categories: Home Health, Long Term Care, Managed Care, Physical Therapy, Self care
Every stage of life comes with new challenges, especially as we start to grow older. However, age doesn’t have to be a limiting factor in your life. In fact, physical therapy can help you as you age to ensure that you’re able to maintain a healthy lifestyle and a level of independence. This Healthy Aging Month, learn about all of the benefits of regular physical therapy.
No Fail Guide to New Year’s Resolutions
February 3, 2021
Categories: Self care
What is your new year’s resolution? And what is your style? Some people take advantage of a new beginning, a new month, the start of the week or a new year to decide to tackle a new goal, while others do not wait to make the change. Either way works, it is a matter of following a few key steps to keep you motivated to the end!
Where to start? Write a list of goals that are important to you. It could be anything from starting a new hobby, writing a book, living a healthy lifestyle—whatever... Read More