What is rehabilitation science? It’s an interdisciplinary area of study focused on understanding human function, participation and its connection to health and well-being.1 Rehabilitation sciences focus on addressing limitations in functioning associated with health conditions.2 It’s a broad term that includes science-based professions such as occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology and more. Types of
Is your current study method reading a textbook repeatedly, hoping something will stick? If so, do you find yourself stressed out because you can’t memorize such a vast quantity of information in such a short time? As a grad student, it’s imperative to develop effective time management and study techniques to help you retain the
Becoming a licensed physical therapist (PT) is a huge milestone—but it’s just the beginning of your career. The best practitioners are always looking for opportunities for advancement in physical therapy. That’s what PTs do—they encourage their patients to move forward, one step at a time. After earning your Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and practicing
Physical therapists (PTs) work with patients during their recovery process, after surgery or injury. By earning a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), you will learn how to help individuals regain or maintain mobility through treatments such as strength and stretching exercises, electrical stimulation and manual therapy techniques. To be successful, you should consciously cultivate several
Neurodiversity is an often misunderstood term. Essentially, the neurodiversity definition asserts that the human mind naturally works many different ways 1—no two brains are the same, and these differences, recognized as unique ways of thinking, shape individual perspectives and behaviors. As a result, the brain’s varied methods of processing information become a part of self-identity.
Do you want to help people move better and regulate pain as a licensed physical therapist? If so, set yourself up for success as early as possible. You will need to earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from an accredited program. To gain admission to physical therapy school, earn a bachelor’s degree in one
Sheila Prose, a professor and supervisor at the pro bono neuroplasticity clinic at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in South Austin, holds onto Oray Dill as he works with student Savannah Wisnieski. Originally published on Austin American-Statesman Six-year-old Oray Dill giggles with delight as Savannah Wisnieski turns a fabric tunnel into a worm
Falls are one of the leading causes of injury among older adults, particularly those over the age of 65. While many may view a fall as an unfortunate accident, the reality is that these incidents can be life-altering, causing significant physical harm, emotional distress, or worse. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
In the high-stakes world of professional baseball, where every pitch, swing and play holds the weight of expectation and competition, there is an individual behind the scenes who plays a crucial role in keeping the players in top form. Byron Campbell, PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS, MDNC, USAHS DPT alum, is a former Division 1 and
Earning a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) offers you one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. This is true from several perspectives—including a financial one. How much does a DPT make on average in the U.S.? The median Doctor of Physical Therapy salary is $99,710.1 This figure only tells half of the story.
Where state-of-the-art tools meet innovation, the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) is motivated by a strong belief in the power of creativity to prepare future healthcare professionals. Elisabeth McGee, PhD, DPT, MOT, MTC, CHSE, Senior Director of Clinical Learning and Innovation at USAHS, shares her insights on The Nurse Keith Show. She
Just as not everyone is destined for a career in medicine, not every physical therapist (PT) wants to work in the same location every day for their entire career. Look into how to become a traveling physical therapist if working in the same office seems boring or if you don’t know what type of practice