What to do when an old ankle injury flares up

Nearly 2 million people in the U.S. experience ankle injuries each year. They can occur for a variety of reasons including intense physical activity like sports games or even just walking. Ankle injuries could include a rolled ankle, a broken ankle, ligament tears and more. If you’ve injured your ankle in the past but you occasionally still feel […]

Why can’t I put weight on my leg without pain? Here are 5 possible explanations

If you can’t put weight on your leg without severe pain, something’s likely wrong in your knee. In this article, we’ll describe a few possible culprits for your leg pain, and we’ll explain what you may want to do next. Important note: If you can’t stand at all right now and you don’t know why, […]

Why do I have nerve pain after Achilles tendon surgery?

Achilles tendon surgery may be necessitated for those who have ruptured or torn the tendon in their heel. The Achilles tendon is a cord in the back of the ankle and heel where the heel bone connects to the muscles in the calf. When the tendon becomes overstretched, it can become ruptured or torn. The tendon can also degenerate […]

Is that a pinched nerve or pulled muscle? Here’s how to tell

Pinched nerves and pulled muscles feel similar but are very different conditions. If you have a pain in your neck or back, you might think that you pinched a nerve when you in fact pulled a muscle or vice versa. So how do you tell? Well, we’ll answer that question in this article. Let’s break […]

Front desk hiring: 3 qualities to look for in administrative staff

A good administrative staff can make or break your physical therapy clinic. If you’re a clinic owner looking to hire some new front desk talent, there are a couple of things you should consider before making a hiring decision. If you’re struggling with making decisions, here are a few qualities to look for in your […]

3 tips for designing your clinic’s vacation and sick leave policy

Building a vacation and sick leave policy for your physical therapy clinic can be tricky, especially if you’re just getting started. These types of policies are important to integrate into your practice to improve employee satisfaction and efficiency. Here are a few tips for you to keep in mind while crafting your policy.  3 tips […]

3 strategies for improving physical therapy patient retention

If you’re a physical therapy practice owner, you’ll likely want to know how you can retain your physical therapy patients. Regular visits from patients can ensure a steady flow of income and can build patient loyalty. According to research, about 70% of patients stop attending physical therapy appointments before the recommended date. Patient cancellations can […]

4 ways to improve employee engagement and retention in your PT clinic

For physical therapy owners, just as it is for any business owner, improving employee engagement and retention rates is vital. It helps ensure that your practice isn’t losing money and efficiency on hiring and training new employees, only to have them decide to move on. Happy employees can make for a thriving business. Here are […]

Heat or ice for sciatica? Which works better?

Sciatica is a condition that occurs when the sciatic nerve is pinched, causing a pain that radiates out from the lower back through the hips and down the legs. Experts estimate that between 10% and 40% of people experience sciatica at some point during their lifetime. Symptoms typically last anywhere from one to six weeks, […]

The value of a physical therapy mentorship program

A mentor can be a valuable resource for any physical therapy clinic. Mentorship programs can help shape a new physical therapy graduate who has recently started working at your practice. They are instrumental in helping sharpen your team’s workplace skills and expertise.  If you’re a physical therapy clinic owner considering implementing a mentorship program at […]

Burning sensation in your lower back? Here are 5 potential causes

Back pain can take many forms. Sometimes your lower back muscles feel tight and stiff. Other times you experience a sharp pain when standing up. Often, back pain takes the form of a burning sensation in your lower back. In this article, we’ll offer some explanations for why that burning sensation in your lower back […]

How do physical therapists treat crushed foot injuries?

A crush injury is one that has been named quite literally. When a crush injury occurs, it involves a high amount of force or pressure being applied to an area of the body. This type of injury is most common for hands and feet. When you have a crushed foot injury, this just means that your foot […]