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Indiana U. Researcher, Hospital, Study Potential Rehab Following 'Mini Stroke'
Systolic blood pressure was reduced by 8.71 millimeters of Mercury (mm Hg ) and diastolic blood pressure reduced by 7.18 mm Hg. Other research has found that a change in systolic blood pressure of 5 mm Hg leads to a 14% decrease in stroke risk while a 5 mm Hg reduction in diastolic blood pressure leads to a 42% reduction in stroke risk.
3/12/2010
PTs Join Forces to Support the Uninsured
Cover the Uninsured Week raises awareness about uninsured Americans.
3/12/2010
Brain Injury Survivors Organize Walk To Raise Awareness
According to the Brain Injury Association of Georgia, six times more people experience traumatic brain injury than multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, HIV/AIDS, and breast cancer combined.
3/10/2010
Stroke Survivors Can Improve Functioning of Paralyzed Arm Years After Stroke, Says Report
High-intensity, repetitive rehabilitation exercises, whether assisted by a robot or human, can improve movement in a stroke patient's paralyzed arm, even years after the disabling event, according to a report from the American Stroke Association.
3/10/2010
Foundation Receives $100,000 Contribution from APTA Section on Womens Health
Funds will help establish an endowment fund for research in womens health physical therapy.
3/9/2010
Immigrants With Disabilities More Frequently Employed Than US-Born People With Disabilities, Says Study
The study revealed that for each type of disability, including sensory, physical, mental, and emotional conditions, both foreign-born citizens with disabilities and noncitizens with disabilities were more likely than their US-born counterparts to be employed.
3/9/2010
APTA Calls for Long-Term Solution to Therapy Cap
A new law reinstates the exceptions process that allows for services above the $1,860 financial cap based on diagnosis, clinician evaluation, and judgment until March 31.
3/8/2010
Shoulder Function Not Fully Restored After Surgery: Henry Ford Hospital Study
Findings suggest that restoring normal joint mechanics may not be necessary in order to achieve a satisfactory clinical outcome.
3/8/2010
Amputee Coalition National Conference Announced
Event will be held in Irvine, Calif, in late August. Conference and hotel reservations available in mid March.
2/26/2010
Payments for Physical Therapy Services to be Drastically Cut by Anthem Blue Cross of California, Says PT Organization
California Physical Therapy Association contends reductions are unreasonable and inequitable in these tough economic times.
2/26/2010
Sunrise Medical Named to Quality Magazine's 2010 Quality Leadership 100 List
Judging criteria include number of quality programs in place, employee quality training, inspection tools, and scrap and rework as a percentage of sales.
2/24/2010
Los Angeles Jewish Home Adds Short-Term Rehabilitative Care to Services
the Ida Kayne Transitional Care Unit is designed to help seniors successfully transition back to daily life after an illness, accident, or hospital stay by providing physical, occupational, and speech therapies.
2/23/2010
Partners Home Care Scores in Top Tier in National Medicare Demonstration Project
Facility placed in the top 20% in the Northeast and scored well on several key measures, including a reduction in hospital use and emergent care, as well as improvement in important functional independence measures such as bathing and the ability to manage medications.
2/23/2010
1,001 PTs Attain Certification in 2009
The newly certified clinical specialists also includes the first cadre of PTs certified in Women's Health.
2/22/2010
Walking Linked To Eased Osteoarthritis
Researchers found that patients who walked at least two bouts of 1,500 steps each on three days of the week reported significantly less arthritis pain, and significantly improved physical function.
2/22/2010
Brain-Controlled Cursor Doubles As A Neural Workout
The finding holds promise for rehabilitating patients after stroke or other neurological damage
2/19/2010
Qigong, Tai Chi, Meditation, and Yoga Studio to Open in California
Free classes offered during first week of operation.
2/19/2010
Physical Therapy: A Career That Fits Your Future
The demand for PTs is expected to spike upward by 30% between 2008 and 2018.
2/19/2010
Parkinson's Disease Research Uncovers Social Barrier
Many people reportedly develop negative impressions about individuals with Parkinson's disease based solely on how they communicate. These perceptions limit opportunities for social interaction and full participation in society for those with the disease, reducing their quality of life, say researchers.
2/18/2010
Hanger Orthopedic Group Launches Haitian Amputee Coalition in Partnership with Physicians for Peace, Shepherd Center, Harold & Kayrita Anderson Family Foundation
Long-term prosthetic and rehabilitation center to be created on-site at the Hopital Albert Schweitzer in Deschapelles, Haiti.
2/18/2010
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