This time in PT News we recap what our clinics have been posting throughout September 2024. We are excited to bring you current physical therapy-based posts featuring published articles from PTandMe partnering clinics!
1. Ice or Heat: What Does the Science Say About Their Use for Acute Injury?
Written by Mishock Physical Therapy, with locations throughout Montgomery, Berks, and Chester PA Counties.
Approximately 70-90% of people use ice or cryotherapy (ice packs, ice towels, ice massage, gel packs, refrigerant gases, ice baths) following an injury or to enhance recovery. Dr. Gabe Mirkin first coined the term “RICE” (Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation) in 1978, a snappy 4-letter acronym that quickly gathered momentum and popularity throughout the 80s and 90s, which has now become the standard of care for acute musculoskeletal injuries. (Hubbard et al. J Athl Train. 2004, Horsching et al. CDT 2024) In this article, I will review the use of ice, heat, ice baths, and active recovery in their role in acute musculoskeletal injury… Read more
2. What is Direct Access to Physical Therapy
Written by Denali Physical Therapy, an outpatient physical therapy practice in Anchorage, AK.
Have you been experiencing pain or discomfort and wondered if you could see a physical therapist without a physician’s referral? If you’re in Alaska, you’re in luck! Alaska is one of many states in the U.S. that has adopted “direct access” for physical therapy. But what exactly is direct access and how does it relate to physical therapy?… Read more
3. Carpal Tunnel: Causes and Symptoms
Written by Memphis Physical Therapy an outpatient physical therapy group located throughout the Greater Memphis Area.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) occurs when the tendons in the wrist become swollen (a condition known as tenosynovitis) or when the size of the carpal tunnel itself decreases, leading to compression of the median nerve. This compression can result in various symptoms, including numbness, tingling, or a dull sensation in the thumb, index, middle, and ring fingers. People with CTS may experience pain during activities that involve pinching or gripping, as well as a sense of clumsiness or difficulty holding objects… Read more
We hope you enjoyed our picks for the PT News September 2024 edition.
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