Monthly Archives: April 2009

Why Physical Therapists Are Falling Over Balance….Part 2

Dr. Marcia Thompson continues the discussion about Physician Quality Reporting Initiatives (PQRI) and how physical therapists can increase their reimbursement from Medicare by 2% if a screen for risk factors is performed.  In this episode, Dr. Thompson explains exactly what a Therapist must do to participate in the PQRI program as it relates to fall risk factors.  Once [...]

Why PT’s Are Falling Over Balance; Part 1

Earlier in the year on PT Talker, Fran Fowler caught the attention of our listeners when she mentioned new guidelines from Medicare regarding fall risk factors and balance assessments.  Specifically, when fall risk factors are identified by the physician, the Dr. must show he or she is doing something to mitigate the problem and work towards a solution. To follow [...]

Physical Therapy Textbook Declared a “Page Turner!”

Yes…I am serious.  It IS a page turner!  When you pick it up for the first time, you will be impressed with the new look and the amount of information packed between the covers. Michelle H. Cameron MD, PT, OCS joins Jeff Worrell to discuss her 3rd edition of Physical Agents in Rehabilitation: From Research to Practice.  [...]

Are You Helping Patients With Lymphedema Conditions? Why Not?

Certified Lymphedema Therapists are becoming more common as modern rehabilitation facilties address the needs of the patient that suffers with this condition.  Guenter Klose of Klose Training and Consulting joins our broadcast to discuss current Lymphedema techniques and practices.  His philosophy includes 5 components: 1.  Redirect fluid from affected body area into a body part that [...]