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Trendsetters: Chat with PT Leaders in the Field by Theresa A. Schmidt, DPT, MS, OCS, LMT, CEAS, CHy, DD
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Physical Therapists are exploring unique opportunities in the field both within and outside of traditional clinical practice. In this interview series, we will meet with leaders in PT who are making a difference. We will explore what they do to create that satisfying, successful and prosperous career many therapists dream of. ( The first in a series of articles dedicated to discovering what empowers PTs to create positive change and master the opportunities in our field, through interviews with current leaders.) ..>>read more |
Understanding Piriformis Syndrome by Chai Rasavong, MPT, MBA
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Piriformis syndrome is described as a peripheral neuritis of the sciatic nerve attributed to an abnormal condition of the piriformis muscle (1). Often times, it may not be diagnosed properly and may pose itself as another condition with similar symptoms such as lumbosacral radiculopathies, degenerative disc disease, compression fractures, spinal stenosis, sacroilitis, sacral iliac dysfunction, or diseases of the hip (1). The primary function of the piriformis muscle is to perform hip ..>>read more
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