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State Forces Physical Therapists to Wind Down ‘Dry Needling’ Treatment
Therapists’ decade-long practice to end; acupuncturists, other professionals accused them of performing ‘unlicensed acupuncture’.
Pain: Defining Something That is Sometimes Indefinable
How do you define pain? Do we need a new definition?
Infant Brain Changes Could Be Autism Predictor, Small Study Says
The authors of the recent study say their findings point toward a future possibility of early detection of ASD.
Schools Ban Fidget Toys as Classroom Distraction
Fidget spinners are toys designed to enhance concentration, but schools are starting to see them as a distraction.
Star of New Comic Book Has Down Syndrome
In a first, a new comic book debuting this summer will feature a superhero with an extra 21st chromosome.
Language Skills Blossom from STEM
An SLP uses STEM—science, technology, engineering, mathematics—vocabulary and activities to cultivate language and literacy skills among older students.
Protecting the Protectors
Firefighters, law enforcement officers, and military personnel make it their mission to keep Americans safe, and PTs are committed to returning the favor.
Learning to Talk Like a Woman (or Man)
Some transgender men and women are turning to Speech Language Pathologists for help with feminizing or masculinizing their voices.
The Role of Therapy in Alzheimer’s Treatment
Because there is no cure for Alzheimer’s, PT and OT are about making the patient’s remaining years as wonderful and enjoyable as possible.
Overcoming Patient Excuses for Why They Can’t Pay
If collecting patient payment at the point of service was important before, then it’s critical now, as reimbursements continue to shrink.