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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New Clinic Now Open in Little Elm
Vista Rehab Partners opened the doors of their newest physical therapy clinic in Little Elm, TX. The facility is located at 26744 E. University Blvd., Suite 500, and marks the 21st clinic in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. The clinic is co-owned and managed by Joe Gizzi, PT, DPT, COMT, OCS, and treats all types of…
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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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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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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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What You Need to Know about Backpack Safety
Does your child’s backpack pass the test? Backpacks are one of the best ways to tote homework and books, but overloaded backpacks can cause injury to your child’s developing musculoskeletal system. The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and American Academy of Pediatrics recommend the maximum safe weight for a child’s backpack should be no more…
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Take Steps to Lower Injury Risk this Sports Season, says Dallas-Fort Worth Physical Therapist
ANNA, TX – According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), high school athletes account for about 2 million injuries and around a half-million doctor visits each year. But few of these injuries, says Anna physical therapist Michael Middlebrooks, are as costly to a student-athlete and his or her family that a torn ACL. “An ACL…
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Physical Therapists use Pilates for Injury Prevention, Rehab and Sports Performance
PLANO, Texas — Pilates is increasingly being used in physical therapy clinics as a complementary form of treatment, said Jake Spivey, a physical therapist with SportCare & Rehabilitation — a Vista Rehab partner. As such, Spivey’s clinic in Plano, Texas has one certified Pilates instructor and three more physical therapists trained in Pilates positions and equipment. “Most…
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Dog Owners More Likely to Meet Fitness Benchmarks, says Prosper PT
It turns out our furry friends have more to offer us than companionship and unconditional love. According to Prosper Physical Therapist, Kristin Duckworth, multiple studies show that dog owners are generally healthier and more likely to meet national fitness benchmarks than non-owners. How likely? According to the American Heart Association, dog owners are 54 percent…
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