Cycle of Inactivity
December 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
This piece describes the cycle of inactivity and provides a visual illustration.
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Figure-of-Eight Measurement
October 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
This will assist clinicians in properly performing figure-of-eight measurement to assess foot and/or ankle edema.
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Seasons Themed Exercise Pack
October 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
This therapy material can be used for group exercise, and mobility, with cognition breaks. It’s designed in four seasonal themes to add a fun twist!
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Functional Standing Tolerance Activities
October 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
Target standing tolerance through functional tasks using this resource as a guide.
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Edema
August 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
For clinicians who need a quick clinical reference for grading, measuring, and treatment strategies for edema. Ahmadinejad, M., Razban, F., Jahani, Y., & Heravi, F. (2022). Limb edema in critically ill patients: Comparing intermittent compression and elevation. International Wound Journal. https://doi.org/10.1111/iwj.13704 Pellecchia, G. L. (2003). Figure-of-eight method of measuring hand size: Journal of Hand Therapy, […]
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Deep Vein Thrombosis
May 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout details the condition of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), including the risks, symptoms, prevention, and how to respond in the case of a DVT.
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What Is Lymphedema?
May 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
Most healthcare professionals have a great understanding of the body’s various systems. However, the lymph system is less understood and talked about less than many of the body’s other systems. This document is meant to educate your patients who may not understand the lymphatic system.
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How to Reverse Insulin Resistance for Long-Term Weight Loss and Disease Prevention
March 4, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
This presentation explains how to reverse insulin resistance naturally with sustainable lifestyle changes. Topics discussed include: A detailed discussion of macronutrients including different types of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats; how to use time-restricted feeding to lower insulin; the best types of exercise to lower insulin; a discussion of sleep, stress, and toxins as they relate […]
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High-Intensity Interval Training Versus Moderate-Intensity Continuous Training Within Cardiac Rehabilitation (2018)
January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Coronary artery disease is a leading cause of death around the world. Aerobic capacity is inversely related to cardiovascular mortality and morbidity. The authors sought to determine if high intensity interval training (HIIT) is superior to moderate intensity continuous training (MICT) for improving cardiorespiratory fitness in people with cardiovascular disease. The authors conducted a meta-analysis […]
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Moderate-Pain Versus Pain Free Exercise, Walking Capacity, and Cardiovascular Health in Patients with Peripheral Artery Disease (2018)
January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
There were 36 subjects assessed in the article. Each subject had intermittent claudication and a diagnosis of peripheral artery disease. The subjects were not permitted if they had unstable cardiovascular disease, a recent cardiac event, an emergent specialist management, permanent atrial fibrillation, poorly controlled dysrhythmias, pregnancy, or intellectual developmental disorder. The trial was randomized and […]
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