The PostureWorks

As we celebrate PT Month 2024 here are some fun facts about physical therapy in the United States.

A GROWING FIELD: Physical therapy is one of the fastest-growing healthcare fields in the U.S. The demand for physical therapists is projected to increase by 21% from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations.

VETERANS AND PHYSICAL THERAPY: The U.S. military and Veterans Affairs (VA) system were pioneers in promoting physical therapy as a critical part of rehabilitation, especially for injured soldiers during and after World War I.

EXERCISE OVER MEDICATION: Physical therapists emphasize exercise as a key tool in treatment, which can help patients avoid medications and even surgery in some cases.

Thank you for trusting us with your care and for being part of the physical therapy journey.

Let’s keep moving forward—together!

Reduce Falls in 2024!

Ever find yourself in a wheelchair closet hoping to pick the right cushion for a patient at risk for a fall?

Here are 5 guiding questions to take the luck out of finding fall interventions:

#5 Is the pt trying to stand secondary to pain?
If so, start on the mat to check for a postural abnormality.

#4 Is your patient sacral sliding?
Resist treating the symptom, start on the mat to address the biomechanical etiology of sacral sitting.

#3 Is the current cushion bottomed out?
Check to ensure there is at least 2" of immersion for pressure redistribution over ischeal tuberosities. If there isn't, the patient will experience pain.

#2 Is the patient trying to self-mobilize?
If so, check to see if the patient has the ability to self-mobilize without sacral sitting or sliding, which can cause a fall. If they are not self-mobilizing, check to ensure that feet are fully loaded on the floor or on leg rests.

#1 Is the hammock seat stretched out?
A hammocked seat can cause IR/ADD which is painful.

For more about great fall reduction interventions call us at (866) 860-5200
or email us at [email protected]