As of September 1 – thanks to House Bill 29, which Governor Greg Abbott signed on June 14, 2019 – Texans with musculoskeletal pain and injury may visit a physical therapist directly, without first obtaining a physician’s referral. With the passing of this bill, Texas joins 46 other states that allow for direct access to…
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‘Direct Access’ Bill Empowers Texans with Quicker, Safer, More Effective Health Care Options
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Save the RICE for First-Aid, Not Long-Term Healing
For decades, the standard and recommended response to an injured muscle, tendon or ligament was to “apply RICE,” an acronym that stands for a protocol of rest, ice, compression and elevation. Yet these days, according to Prosper physical therapist Kristin Duckworth, the application of RICE as a treatment for these sports-type soft-tissue injuries isn’t 100…
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Concussion Symptoms can Improve with Managed Exercise and Physical Therapy
With high school sports starting up soon and NFL training camps in full swing, concussions are certain to ramp up within the mainstream consciousness. And, while talk will often point to conventional wisdom which states that “time and rest” are the best and only options for recovery from concussion, McKinney physical therapist Bobby Curtis says…
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5 Common Back Pain Myths
Despite being one of the top causes of disability in the U.S., affecting around eight in 10 people in their lifetimes, back pain is an ailment often misunderstood by those affected, says Irving physical therapist Ted Kern. Such misconceptions, Kern adds, can cause those suffering from back pain to seek solutions, potential treatment paths, and…
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Tips for Reducing, Managing Plantar Fasciitis Pain
ANNA, TX – Studies show about three-quarters of all Americans will experience foot pain at some point in their lives. Of them, more than 2 million people who seek treatment each year will learn they suffer from an overuse condition called plantar fasciitis. Fortunately, according to Anna physical therapist Michael Middlebrooks, most cases of plantar…
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Jump into March Madness Mindful of Jumper’s Knee, says Frisco PT
As a large portion of the nation’s attention turns to the “March Madness” NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament in the coming days, Frisco physical therapist Chris Bell says now is an ideal time to educate fans, young competitors and even blue-collar workers about an injury prevalent in jump-heavy activities: jumper’s knee. Among the most common injuries…
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Holidays an Ideal Time for Lifting Techniques Refresher, says McKinney PT
MCKINNEY, TX – Digging out boxes of holiday decorations, hauling packages to and from the car, hiding gifts away on the higher shelves at the back of your closet … the Holiday Season certainly requires its fair share of bending, lifting and reaching. This, coupled with the cooler weather, makes December the ideal time for…
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Strength Training Critical for Active, Independent Aging, says Irving PT
IRVING, TX – To the 43 million Americans who have low bone density, putting them at high risk of osteoporosis, Irving physical therapist Ted Kern has an important message: exercise is good medicine. But not just any exercise – weight-bearing, muscle-strengthening exercise. “As people get older, bone density certainly becomes an issue for many people,…
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Why Movement Matters & National Physical Therapy Month
While the profession of physical therapy is often characterized under the generalized label “rehabilitation,” Dallas physical therapist Dr. Nisha Mathews is eager to create a wider narrative – one that focuses on physical therapy’s overall ability to change lives by helping people move better. “When it comes down to it, physical therapy is all about…
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Pools offer both fitness, relief for older adults, says Dallas physical therapist
DALLAS, TX – While drinking plenty of water is critical to life, health and healing, simply submerging your body in water (i.e., a pool) opens up opportunities for relief and fitness for those who otherwise may have difficulty exercising. This is especially important for aging adults and those with chronic conditions, said Dallas physical therapist…
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