It seems simple enough. As a PT, OT or SLP you know your skills are in high demand. So all you have to do is email or fax your resume to the numerous online and print postings of open positions, and wait for the offers to come pouring in. Right? Well not exactly! Gone are ….
The long, hot, lazy days of summer will soon be replaced by vibrant colored leaves, crisp air and the distinctive roar of bright yellow school buses. As the summer winds down, families prepare for the new school year by buying clothes, lunch boxes and backpacks, and by scheduling physicals for their kids. In anticipation of ….
To quote “The Wall Street Journal Guide to Management“: “Leadership and management must go hand in hand. They are not the same thing. But they are necessarily linked and complementary. Any effort to separate the two is likely to cause more problems than it solves.” Once upon a time leadership focused on the innovative, motivational ….
Carrie Bradshaw, the chief protagonist of the “Sex in The City” TV/film series, never met a Manolo Blahnik, Christian Louboutin, or Jimmy Choo she didn’t like. I never quite understood how she managed to purchase so many beautiful $500-$1600 shoes on a writer’s salary….nor did I ever quite understand how she ran in 6” heels ….
Memphis derives from the Greek, meaning “Established and Beautiful”, and this city makes every effort to live up to its name. Like its Egyptian counterpart, Memphis sits on a bluff along the widest edge of a great river… in this case, the Mississippi. Adding to the beauty of its natural location, is one of the ….
With an estimated 206.2 million travellers expected to fly globally between June and August of 2012, the incidence of travel- related Deep Vein Thromboses (DVTs) may affect as many as 1 million people. But this silent killer can also occur during long, train, car and bus rides, especially those lasting over 8-10 hours. Female passengers ….
A lovely little French movie is capturing worldwide attention and should be on every therapist’s list of must-sees. “The Intouchables” is based on the true story of aristocrat Phillippe Pozzo di Borgo, a quadriplegic, and his very unconventional Arab caretaker, Abdel Sellou. With a few exceptions, mainly the choice of a Sengalese actor, Omar Sy, ….
Keeping up with the pace of technological innovation can be frustrating and time consuming. To offset this, we have selected a few iOS apps of interest to therapists. We hope to encourage those unfamiliar with smartphones and tablets, to invest in the technology which can simplify everything from storing patient records to designing treatment plans. ….
For some physical therapists, what you wear to work depends on both the setting and your employer. Scrubs are the generally accepted/required uniform in acute care facilities, pediatric rehabs and some home health care companies. However, it is best to check with your employer before purchasing to determine what they expect you to wear. Do ….
This month, we honor the men in our lives on Father’s Day June 17, 2012 and also in celebrating National Men’s Health Month. This is a good time to raise awareness about health issues that are male gender specific, but also those diseases that are not. Osteoporosis is a prime example. This “silent disease” is ….
Employee wellness is an essential part of June’s National Safety Month. Therapists encourage physical activity in patients as part of their rehabilitation, but sometimes overlook the importance of exercise to their own well-being, especially in a hectic workplace environment. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) notes that “regular physical activity is one of the most ….
One out of every eight Americans resides in California, and that staggering statistic makes it the third largest state in the Union. “The Golden State” also has the most diverse environment on the planet. From its awe-inspiring redwood forests and challenging surf to its stark desert landscapes and lush farmlands, California offers a feast for ….
The National Safety Council (NSC) has designated June to raise awareness about safety at home, on the roads and in the workplace. Each week is dedicated to a different topic : “Employee Wellness”; “Ergonomics”; “Slips, Trips and Falls”; “Driving Safety”. These issues are familiar ones to healthcare workers as they relate to clients, not necessarily ….
Are you considering a new contract or permanent position? A lot of planning and thought goes into any relocation decision; family may be consulted and their input could determine the outcome. But there are family members who have little to say about the process, and yet deserve equal consideration of their needs…. they are your ….
More preterm infants are beginning their lives in the neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) of U.S. hospitals. Thanks to advances in technology and medicine, babies are able to survive even earlier outside the womb, despite the developmental and functional disabilities that often accompany their births. Teams of highly skilled doctors, nurses, dieticians, respiratory therapists, and ….
Since ancient Greece, animals have been used to improve the emotional and physical well-being of humans, particularly the mentally challenged, psychologically impaired, elderly and physically handicapped. There is substantial research in these populations to support the effectiveness of Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT). More recent studies and anecdotal field evidence suggest that AAT can be an innovative ….
Communication is the very essence of speech language pathology. Practitioners and students in the field are keenly aware of what constitutes functional and dysfunctional speech, and alternative methods that can be employed when oral communication is impossible. Even if you are up on the latest methodologies and research, you might be unaware how alternative communication ….
In film as well as television, characters with speech impediments, particularly stuttering, have often been portrayed in a less than positive way. Arguably, “The King’s Speech” may going forward change perceptions, both in Hollywood and the rest of society, of people suffering from various communication disorders. Nonetheless, we would like to recommend the following movies ….
May 7-13, 2012 is National Stuttering Awareness Week and watching the Academy Award winning film, “The King’s Speech”, is the perfect way to mark the occasion. It tells the true story of George VI of England, the stutter that threatened his reign, and Lionel Logue, the Australian speech pathologist who helped mitigate his disability. For much ….
It is no wonder Texans are known for their hospitality; their state’s name is derived from a Hasinai Indian word, tejas, meaning allies or friends. From “Big D” (Dallas) in the north to “SA-Town” (San Antonio) in the south; from the wildflowers and wineries of Hill Country to the hardwood forests and oil rigs of ….