Scott Hopkins, PT makes his debut as an inventor and manufacturer this week. Hot off the factory assembly line is the Mobile Objective Measurement (M.O.M.) Clipboard. In Scott’s words, “Everyone should have a MOM.” Hoping you agree, he shares his reasons for developing MOM and also gives some helpful hints to other Therapist that might be thinking about bringing their own invention to market.
M.O.M. sells for $59.00 empty. To keep your goniometers, reflex hammer, tape measure, scissor and penlight in one, handy spot; call 800-577-5694 or info@advantagemedical.com. Pricing on a unit, complete with all tools is under development. For questions to Scott Hopkins, PT send an email to feedback@pttalker.com.
Private Practice owner Joe Avolio, PT weighs in on the Healthcare Reform debate with analysis and data to suggest prevention should play a larger role. Specifically, he sites Blue Zone areas where citizens typically live past the age of 100. Understanding and focusing on the common traits found in the Blue Zones should help Physical Therapists do a better job of treating patients.
The five commonalities include areas that Therapists are considered experts, but the non-diet or exercise traits tend to be a little more intimidating. Tune in to today’s episode to identify areas your patient might be able to benefit from your help to stay healthier.
Joe Avolio is the owner of eight year old clinic Athens Therapeutics and Physical Wellness Center in Athens, GA. For more information feedback@pttalker.com.
Why PT Should Focus More on Wellness to Survive During Healthcare Reform[ 14:49 ]Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
Dan Lorenz, PT, ATC, author of the home study course Prevention of Head, Mouth and Facial Injuries available on the APTA webiste, gives the basics that first responders should know when faced with a traumatic head injury. Dan, a former Athletic Trainer with the Kansas City Chiefs Football Organization is an expert on the signs and symptoms the typical Physical Therapist may face when no other medical professional is available. Dan states that head injuries can be one of the scariest things medical personnel are faced with. Unlike the broken ankle or ACL tear, a slow bleed in the brain can be tricky to spot unless you are well prepared.
Listen in, learn and be prepared for the next time you find yourself on the sidelines of a grueling football game or just the first one on the scene when the neighbor’s kid wipes out on his skate board. For questions or more information, contact me at feedback@pttalker.com. Jeff Worrell
In episode 2, Dawn-Marie Ickes, MPT specifically reviews how Pilates is used with patients suffering from Pelvic dysfunction. She provides specific protocols and helpful information you can use in your practice today. Be sure to download the .pdf file attached below for an article about this topic written by Dawn-Marie. For more information contact us at feedback@pttalker.com.
