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How to Become a Physical Therapist: Your Complete Guide

Thinking about a career in physical therapy? You’re not alone! Physical therapists (PTs) are in high demand, making a real difference in people’s lives by helping them recover from injuries, manage pain, and regain mobility. Here’s everything you need to know to start your journey toward becoming a physical therapist. What Does a Physical Therapist

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Therapeutic Ultrasound

What is therapeutic ultrasound? Therapeutic ultrasound is a modality that has been used by physical therapists since the 1940s. Ultrasound is applied using a round-headed wand or probe that is put in direct contact with the patient’s skin. Ultrasound gel is used on all surfaces of the head in order to reduce friction and assist

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Rotator Cuff Tears

Physical therapists commonly treat individuals who have experienced an injury to the group of muscles/tendons in the shoulder called the ‘Rotator Cuff.’ This group of tissues can actually become torn if the cause of micro or macro-trauma is not treated or prevented. The following article provides an overview of the structures involved, the condition itself,

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The Capsule of the Shoulder Joint

Joint Capsular Patterns

Physical therapy students learning orthopedic assessment should be familiar with the concept of capsular patterns of the joints to effectively differentially diagnose joint pain and dysfunction. Dr. James Cyriax was the first to extensively study soft tissue lesions. When inflammation of a joint is present (known as synovitis or capsulitis), not only does passive stretching

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