EMG biofeedback is a modality that is often used for 2 different purposes: 1) strengthening weak muscles and 2) relaxing tight muscles. Biofeedback is not anything new and has been used in various ways for the past century. Biofeedback is not just limited to EMG mediated biofeedback. It can also include real time ultrasound, mirrors, …
Another very interesting case I’ve seen in recent weeks is a patient with bilateral LE amputations. This particular woman has a number of complicating factors which make treatment pretty interesting. She consented to have a few of her details shared for this case study. I’ll list just a few of them: Musculoskeletal: It’s obvious, but …
I’ve been trying compile more and more videos and pictures of real life scenarios that I run into on a daily basis. Basically, I want you to be ready for clinical based scenarios on the NPTE. My current understanding is that there are no videos on the NPTE, but there are frequently pictures that describe …
If you’ve ever been a little puzzled about how to approach pharmacology as it relates to the NPTE, you’ll want to pay attention. As I’ve mentioned before, it is critical that you understand what material is tested on the NPTE, and if you haven’t spent time reading and digesting the FSBPT Content Outline, you’re going …
Hey everyone, For everyone who made it through the October 2014 NPTE, congratulations! No matter the results, you should be commended for your hard work and desire to pursue your physical therapy dreams. I know that for many students, this week is a time to celebrate. I have been answering hundreds of emails from students …
Hey everyone, Many of you have probably already seen the news article from the FSBPT concerning updated NPTE eligibility policies, but I wanted to help break it down for you as you get ready for the NPTE. Until now, a student could take the NPTE up to 18 times according to FSBPT policy. Some states …
Hey everyone, With the next NPTE just a short time away, I thought I’d take some time to write a post about how to avoid test anxiety on the NPTE. I want to make clear that there are numerous possible ways to reduce anxiety, and this is just a short list of things that I …
Hey everyone, Just a quick update to let you know that I’ll be doing a free Google Hangout on Wednesday, Oct 15 at 7:30 pm Mountain Daylight Time. I have done several of these in the past (see the videos below) which have all been a great success. These are by far the most popular …
Spinal Mobilizations Made Easy I get asked all the time about how to remember and apply the principles of spinal mobilization. In response, I have made a quick video describing the basics of thoracic and cervical spine mobs. I do want to emphasize that there are books written about this material and that there exists …
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