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“You’re a Carter, you’re a leader” My father had many sayings that he said often but this is one that had stuck. There is a reason why this one stuck in my head over all of the others. Not because it was the best saying I had ever heard but because this was something I saw my Father lived by. Throughtout my life the word leadership has changed, whether is be leading on the soccer field, in the classroom, or out with friends my father stressed how important it was to be a leader. Leadship was…

In this article, different subtalar joint positioning during gastrocnemius stretching was investigated to conclude wether or not the position of the subtalar joint had significant effect on dorsiflexion ROM. . Patients with ankle oversee injuries, and patients with limited dorsiflexion ROM, are often prescribed stretches for the gastrocnemius calf muscle as part of their rehab program. (JAT, NATA). The idea behind this is that the tight calf muscles may have an negative effect on reaching…

Low back pain (LBP) is cited as the second most common musculoskeletal problems for which treatment is sought by individuals. An estimated 90% of LBP reported in clinical practice is categorized as idiopathic or nonspecific, meaning that the underlying pathoanatomy is unclear (Walker, 2000). Spinal manipulation (SM) has been identified as efficacious treatment methods, especially for patients with nonspecific LBP (Slater, 2012). Early use of thrust manipulation among patients with LBP has been…

Under mentioned factors are necessary to consider a patient suitable for a facelift surgery. Skin elasticity: A candidate who is considered good for a facelift surgery procedure has as flexible skin which is a good thing to consider before a facelift. During the facelift surgery procedure, the surgeon tightens the facial skin and performs multiple procedures. This includes procedures like chin facelift, nose facelift etc to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Strong bone structure: Ideally, a…

Saunas are a popular way to relax, get rid of the toxins and lose weight. They help us fell better and enjoy the pleasant warmth at the end of a stressful day. There are many people all over the world who constantly use a sauna and for good reasons. Whenever the body sweats it basically regenerates itself, making you experience less pain and enjoy a nice, warm sauna experience. However, there has always been the debate whether a dry sauna is more beneficial than a steam sauna and it seems that…

Recommended for: Insoles for people with high arches and designed for high-intensity and high-impact workouts. They provide the necessary arch support to treat the plantar fasciitis condition. In case you are flat footed, I suggest you examine these other inserts. Summary: The Spenco Polysorb insoles are ideal for those with high arches who suffer from plantar fasciitis or any other foot pain. Their name comes from the type of activity they target. The ones we are reviewing in this article are…

The vitality of knowing your role as a health care provider and the scope of practice becomes utterly essential on a daily basis. Taking a step back to look at how each health care provider plays a huge role in their patients’ lives is simply inspirational. In particular, this paper will explore the roles of a physical therapy assistant (PTA) and an occupational therapy assistant (OTA) through their delivery of patient care, defined scope of practice, and importance of patient-centered care.…

Good essential oil recipes or essential oil blends can heal the physical body and bring wholeness and health to body, mind and spirit. What constitutes an "essential oil recipe?" In aromatherapy, when we create a recipe we are actually blending various oils together for a particular purpose. All essential oils have the power to affect us emotionally and spiritually but only those that are right for the individual at this particular juncture in their healing process will possess the subtle…

Due to vast job selections, deciding upon a career is often a difficult task. For some individuals’ career paths are selected years after high school graduation. However, there are those who have an idea of a desired profession during adolescence due to personal experience. With that being said, personal experiences concluded the result of my professional choice. Furthermore, I trust serving others threw physical therapy is the appropriate career path. Physical therapist are specialist in…

On December 11, Detroit Lions' quarterback Matthew Stafford got injured during a game against the Chicago Bears. Stafford suffered ligament damage as well as dislocation of his middle finger on his throwing hand. Currently, the team is focusing on non-surgical treatments, which will allow Stafford to continue to play for the remainder of the season. Non-surgical treatments could include having Stafford wear a glove or soft splint to stabilize the finger, especially during games. Despite…