Postural Intervention After Stroke
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by Admin
2M ago
Managing Postural Imbalances After Stroke For stroke survivors, regaining functional mobility and independence often hinges on retraining balance, gait, and posture. Hemiplegia from stroke commonly manifests in pronounced postural asymmetries, shortened limbs, and torso lateralization towards the non-paretic side. This shifts the body’s center of mass, increasing fall risks, curtailing mobility, and hampering activities of daily living. For experts in stroke rehabilitation, effectively addressing these postural deviations and gait abnormalities is essential for patients’ recovery. Integrating ..read more
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Progress in Motion: Integrating Posture Checks to Track Improvements
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by Admin
2M ago
As a healthcare practitioner, you know that posture is closely tied to overall health and wellbeing. Poor posture can lead to back, neck, and joint pain, fatigue, and even respiratory or digestive issues. That’s why incorporating posture assessments into your standard care can provide tremendous value for both you and your patients. At a minimum, aim to perform a quick posture check at the initial and final visits with each patient. Additionally, a more thorough assessment each quarter allows you to track progress over time. There are several key reasons this practice is worth the small time i ..read more
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How to Tackle Pre-Operative Nerves
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by Admin
2M ago
Navigating the waters of pre-operation nerves with patients is an anticipated part of the healthcare journey. As healthcare professionals, you must balance their mental well-being with the nitty-gritty of surgical procedures. Let’s talk about how healthcare professionals can ease our patients into a state of calm before they head into surgery. Tons of research proves the more relaxed and focused a patient is, the easier the procedure and recovery will be. Understanding the Jitters First things first: realizing that those pre-op jitters are as normal as feeling nervous before a big exam is key ..read more
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US Healthcare Staffing Market to Reach $26.97 Billion by 2030
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by Admin
3M ago
This article explores an eye-opening topic that’s shaping the landscape of healthcare in the United States. The US healthcare staffing market is on a trajectory to hit an astounding $26.97 billion by 2030. Let’s unpack what this means for the industry, for healthcare professionals, and, most importantly, for all of us relying on this vital sector. Understanding the Surge in Healthcare Staffing So, what’s driving this remarkable growth in healthcare staffing? Well, it boils down to a few key factors. The aging population is a significant one. As our society grows older, the demand for healthcar ..read more
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The Impact of Prolonged Sitting on Posture and Musculoskeletal Health: Assessment as an Intervention Strategy
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by Admin
4M ago
In the contemporary landscape of sedentary lifestyles, where long hours spent seated have become the norm, the repercussions on our posture and musculoskeletal health are too significant to ignore. As practitioners, navigating the complexities of these consequences is paramount, necessitating a profound understanding of the issue and the formulation of effective strategies for intervention. One indispensable tool in our arsenal is the art of posture assessment through photographs, leveraging the power of a posture grid to unravel the intricacies of our clients’ body alignment. Exploring Postur ..read more
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The Significance of Posture in Dental Practice: Comprehensive Analysis of Global Posture as a Crucial Cephalometric Variable
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by Dr. Steven Weiniger
6M ago
Dental professionals have long recognized the importance of occlusion and mandibular dynamics in oral health. However, an often overlooked but equally crucial factor is the patient’s posture. Whole body, global posture has a significant influence craniovertebral function and over time affect craniofacial morphology and function.  With tech neck and other maladies of modern life, global posture has become a significant and often overlooked cephalometric variable responsible for chronic craniocervical stress.  This article aims to shed light on the integral relationship between posture ..read more
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Visualizing Posture When Treating Speech Therapy Pediatric Patients
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by Admin
10M ago
Speech therapists play a crucial role in helping children develop their communication skills. Understanding and assessing the posture of pediatric patients is essential in diagnosing and treating various speech disorders. In the process of observing and analyzing their posture, valuable insights are gained into their speech production and areas that need intervention are identified. Speech Articulation and Phonology as it Relates to Posture Firstly, in the domain of speech articulation and phonology, we encounter children who struggle with making correct sounds. An articulation disorder occurs ..read more
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UPAQ: A Tool for Interoceptive Posture Awareness & Consciousness
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by Steven Weiniger
10M ago
Interoception is the subtle sense that link the body and brain, our mind and our emotions. Coined in 1906 by pioneering biologist and Nobel Prize winner Charles Sherrington as a way to describe “sensations from the interior of the body, especially the viscera” (Sherrington, 1906⁠1), research now shows this hidden sense has been massively undervalued, and in truth plays a vital role shaping attitude, mood and overall health. The potential value of low tech neuromusculoskeletal (NMS) care is similarly undervalued… for similar reasons, both biologic and behavioral. In Interoce ..read more
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The BodyMind of Interoception, Pain and Posture
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by Dr. Steven Weiniger
11M ago
We have a problem! The Body-Mind of Interoception, Pain and Posture Pain is when your body tells your mind “We have a problem!” Pain is a valuable physiologic response of the body to stress or damage… but it’s important to understand that the experience of pain is always, all in your mind. Stubbing your big toe hurts. Bad enough to make you yell! The physiologic reality of what caused the pain signal could just be  sudden pressure on soft tissue and cognitive surprise, or soft tissue tearing and more significant damage. Whether the pain fades in few minutes, or continues for a few weeks ..read more
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Integrating a Posture Correction Program: Empowering Patients and Enhancing Practitioner Expertise
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by Admin
11M ago
Posture correction is a vital aspect of healthcare often overlooked, despite its significant impact on musculoskeletal well-being. Integrating a comprehensive posture correction program into a practice can yield substantial benefits for both patients and practitioners. The Significance of Posture Correction Proper posture forms the foundation for optimal physical function and overall musculoskeletal health. Poor posture places undue stress on muscles and joints, leading to discomfort, limited mobility, and increased susceptibility to injuries. By addressing postural imbalances through a dedica ..read more
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