People with cancer often view survival as the ‘finish line.’ This is a common misconception, and many survivors are surprised to find themselves in an additional and unexpected leg of the race—survivorship and all the…
Setting patient goals is a fundamental part of our clinical work. We use goals to track our patients’ progress, celebrate milestones in their rehab, and focus our treatment on their functional needs. But what if…
You’ve been studying on the sofa with your leg tucked under you for the last hour. Now you’re ready to head to your kitchen for a quick snack, but your leg burns and tingles and…
“Our task is to help children communicate with the world using all their potential, strengths, and languages and to overcome any obstacle presented by our culture.” – Loris Malaguzzi The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act…
A Brief History of Strength Testing Manual Muscle Testing Manual muscle testing (MMT) is a widespread, nearly universal test used by physical therapists and other allied health professionals to determine muscle strength and weakness in…
