Best Practices

National Patient Safety Awareness Week is being celebrated on March 10-16, 2024.  The week is a way to highlight and improve patient safety in all healthcare settings by bringing awareness of best practices and improving access to resources to improve patient safety. 

History of National Patient Safety Awareness Week

National Patient Safety Awareness Week was initiated by the National Patient Safety foundation in 2002.  Using increased awareness... Read More

During winter, your staff faces challenges due to cold weather, shorter days, and holiday stress. As a manager, it's crucial to recognize these issues and support your team for a happier, healthier workforce. In this blog post, we'll explore practical ways to do just that. 

Communication and collaboration are key skills to have as a therapist. These essential skills can allow you to ensure that your patients feel heard and respected, and you will create a safe environment for them to openly communicate their concerns regarding their condition. Today, we will explore the best practices in therapist-patient communication!  

As healthcare professionals, you hold the responsibility of not only applying your expertise to the job, but also upholding the highest standards of ethical practice. As physical, occupational, and speech therapists, your professions are involved in enhancing the lives of individuals facing many challenges, and ethical practices can help provide the best possible care to all your patients. Join us in today’s blog as... Read More

The labor shortage in the United States has affected not only the physical therapy industry but also the healthcare industry as a whole. In 2021, about 22,032 physical therapists have left the workforce. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the expected change in employment for physical therapy is anticipated to grow 17% between 2021 and 2031, which is much faster than average. In today’s blog, we will share with you why these shortages are happening and what can be done to... Read More

Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month? The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics created this campaign 50 years ago to promote learning about a healthy lifestyle. This year's theme is “Fuel for the Future” and is focused on healthy eating while also focusing on sustainability. To learn more about getting involved in National Nutrition Month, visit this page!  

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The holidays are such a fun time with family and friends! With all the fun fall festivities to all the Christmas family gatherings there is so much to do during the holidays! When life gets busy it can be easy to forget to take care of our bodies while doing all the preparations that these activities and gatherings entail. Failing to take precautions and take care of our body can result in aches and pains later. We are going... Read More

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we want to bring awareness to this horrible disease. According to breastcancer.org, “Breast cancer refers to a malignant tumor that has developed from cells in the breast. Usually, breast cancer either begins in the cells of the lobules, which are the milk-producing glands, or the ducts, the passages that drain milk from the lobules to the nipple.” Breast cancer can... Read More