The NPTE is a high-stakes, comprehensive exam. A structured approach to prep makes a measurable difference in outcome. Here is what works, what does not, and how to build a timeline that holds up. Start With a Diagnostic Before building a study schedule, take a full-length practice exam cold. This is not about the score.
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GLP-1 receptor agonists, including semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound), are now among the most prescribed medications in the country. As more patients arrive in PT clinics on these drugs, clinicians need a working understanding of how they affect the musculoskeletal system. What Are GLP-1 Medications? GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonists were originally developed
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The Empty Can test is one of the first shoulder special tests you learn. The technique is straightforward: arm at 90° in the scapular plane, thumb down, resist downward pressure. Pain or weakness equals positive. Simple enough. But that interpretation is where most clinicians, students and experienced alike, leave something important on the table. Two
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Physical therapy school throws a lot of information at you fast. Mnemonics are one of the few shortcuts that actually hold up in clinical practice, not just on exams. This guide covers the most useful PT mnemonics organized by topic. If you’re studying for the NPTE or trying to lock in clinical anatomy, start here.
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Every May, Canada recognizes National Physiotherapy Month — a province-wide campaign led by the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA) to raise awareness of the role physiotherapists play in keeping Canadians active, healthy, and out of pain. What Is National Physiotherapy Month? National Physiotherapy Month is an annual awareness campaign held throughout May. It’s an opportunity for
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