by Jason Schexnadyer, PT, DPT, CMTPT First of all... This post isn't just about MRI's and X-rays (Radiograph is the correct term for an "X-ray"). It's about ALL FORMS of imaging in general, including CT Scans, contrast-dye imaging, ultrasounds, etc. Imaging assists medical professionals in the diagnosis of an injury, disease, disorder, or other underlying [...]
by Jason Schexnayder, PT, DPT, CMTPT What is Blood Flow Restriction Training? According to our governing body in the physical therapy world, the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) states that... "Blood Flow Restriction Training uses the application of external pressure over the extremities. The applied pressure is sufficient enough to maintain arterial inflow while occluding [...]
by Jason Schexnayder, PT, DPT, CMTPT, Kishan Shah, PT, DPT, CMTPT, & Christian Bourgeois, PT, DPT, MTC, OCS, FAAOMPT, CMTPT, MEd Muddy Water... We know, the medical field can be a big and confusing place for many people. To be honest, it's confusing for us physical therapists at times as well. To help clear the [...]
by Jason Schexnayder, PT, DPT, CMTPT This may be late but it's still important... All of the following information presented here is being taken directly from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website. This is the best source of information on the COVID-19 virus in our opinion. Please refrain from taking information from other people [...]
by Jason Schexnayder, PT, DPT, CMTPT What is Early Sports Specialization? Early sports specialization is a “hot topic” right now. Early sport specialization is when a child (ages 6 - 16) participates in intensive year-round training &/or competition in a single sport at the exclusion of other sports or activities. Typically, this involves a young [...]
