Is Cancer Related Fatigue a Real Problem? Cancer-related fatigue is a common and debilitating symptom experienced by cancer patients, affecting individuals daily life and treatment. Unlike typical tiredness, CRF is persistent, overwhelming, and not relieved by rest or sleep. It can significantly impact daily functioning, making routine activities like working, Read more
Customizing live hands-on training courses for your rehab team can be invaluable to your staff’s professional development and effectiveness. Rather than relying on a generic, one-size-fits-all training program, tailoring the curriculum to the unique needs and challenges of your specific rehab facility and personnel can yield far more significant benefits. Read more
Falls among older adults pose a significant public health concern, with over 1 million individuals hospitalized each year as a result of these accidents. The implications of such statistics are profound, not only affecting the physical health of seniors but also their mental well-being and overall quality of life. By Read more
Balance Awareness Week serves to educate and inform the public about the challenges associated with vestibular and balance disorders. These conditions can profoundly impact an individual’s quality of life, leading to debilitating symptoms such as dizziness, instability, and disorientation. Many individuals suffering from these disorders experience significant emotional and physical Read more
Cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy often experience a range of side effects, including fatigue, neuropathy, and changes in cognitive function, which collectively contribute to an increased risk of falls. These side effects can impair balance and coordination, making it essential for healthcare providers to assess falls risk in this vulnerable population. Read more
We must realize that while we’re looking at the shoulder and elbow, the shoulder and elbow are not the only pieces of the puzzle, especially when it comes to that throwing athlete. So we have to make sure that we’re looking at our spine, our core, our legs, our feet, Read more
This week we are providing a quick review of the rotator cuff. This review is presented in the shoulder rehab continuing education course Biomechanics of the Shoulder. The rotator cuff is an essential part of shoulder function because it acts as a compressor of the humeral head to stabilize the Read more
Dr. Natasha Rose discusses the complexities of discharge planning in this physical therapy stroke rehab course, Stroke -Understanding Etiology and Developing Evidence-based pathways to Achieve Functional Outcomes. In addition to Dr. Rose’s overview, we have listed excerpts from a few of the PT stroke rehab courses within the Healthclick subscription Read more
This week’s series focuses on Cancer Rehab Continuing Education Course material specifically microvascular breast reconstruction. The course Maximizing Post-Surgical Outcomes in Cancer Rehabilitation presents several reconstructive surgical procedures for cancer patients. Today’s topic is reconstruction surgery. When Does Reconstruction Begin? Usually, reconstruction starts at the time of a mastectomy; you Read more
In this week’s series on Cancer Rehab Continuing Education Course material, we focus on Lymphedema. In the course Maximizing Post-Surgical Outcomes in Cancer Rehabilitation, Dr. Stanwix discusses how different surgical procedures can minimize lymphedema following a mastectomy. “It is thought that patients should be informed about the development of lymphedema after Read more