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Evidence Based Fracture Prevention

December 24, 2021 by Megan Berg.
Fall related fractures are highly prevalent and can contribute to significant disability. This handout outlines strategies that have been proven to reduce the risk of fracture in older adults or in people with osteoporosis.
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Evidence Based Exercises for Meniscus Tears

December 24, 2021 by Megan Berg.
The meniscus may become injured after a twisting mechanism or it can simply change with age. Meniscus issues can result in pain, stiffness, and catching in the knee. This intervention piece outlines exercises that have been associated with improved outcomes in randomized controlled trials in people with meniscus tears.
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Evidence Based Exercises for Hamstring Strains

December 24, 2021 by Megan Berg.
Not all exercises are created equal for facilitating return to sport after hamstring strains. This piece outlines three evidence based exercises which have been shown to reduce the time needed to return to play compared to traditional rehabilitation.
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Evidence Based Exercise Sample Progression for Achilles Tendinopathy

December 24, 2021 by Megan Berg.
Achilles tendinopathy is commonly encountered by physical therapists and many people who participate in running based sports suffer from this condition. This piece outlines a sample loading protocol that can be used for achilles tendinopathy based on most current evidence.
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Evaluating Spasticity and Contractures

December 24, 2021 by Megan Berg.
This is a resource for clinicians to assess spasticity and contractures. This valuable resource allows clinicians to document small changes in function and movement over time in elbows, wrist, fingers, and thumb.
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Eval + Treatment Strategies for Mild Cognitive Impairment

December 24, 2021 by Megan Berg.
Based on the course Functional Memory Strategies for Mild Cognitive Impairment by Sarah Baar, MA, CCC-SLP, this handout is designed for clinicians providing treatment for clients with mild cognitive impairment (as defined by the state between normal aging and early dementia).
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Epiglottic Inversion Impairment and Exercises

December 24, 2021 by Megan Berg.
The epiglottis plays a critical role in protecting the airway. This material describes the function of the epiglottis and provides exercises to complete to improve the function in a person with dysphagia.
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Evidence Based Exercise Protocol to Improve Bone Density

December 24, 2021 by Megan Berg.
This intervention piece provides insight into optimal exercise strategies to stimulate optimal bone adaptations for those with decreased bone mineral density. The exercises utilized in the LIFTMOR trial to improve bone mineral density in post-menopausal women are summarized.
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Environmental Considerations for Fall Risk Reduction

December 24, 2021 by Megan Berg.
This targeted session material offers many considerations for therapists to reduce the risk of falls when working in skilled nursing facilities or similar environments. It includes a focus on environmental, seating, and caregiver education considerations to reduce fall risk in the older adult population.
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EMST Home Program Exercise Tracking Log

December 24, 2021 by Megan Berg.
It can be overwhelming to remember all the details for completing the expiratory muscle strength training (EMST) at home. This guide will help the patient and their family keep track of each repetition and know when to increase the resistance.
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