Articles

May 30, 2024

Boost Your Buzz: Tips on Using Social Media for Physical Therapists
Self-employed physical therapists can leverage social media platforms (such as Facebook and Instagram) to effectively advertise and promote their small businesses.
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April 25, 2024

Avoiding RMT Burnout
RMTs should ensure that their work environment is ergonomically designed to reduce the physical strain of their job. This can include using proper body mechanics, maintaining good posture, and using equipment such as massage tables and chairs that are designed to reduce physical strain.
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March 17, 2024

Corner to Corner Clinic Cleaning
Even if the weather is still cold and the days are dark, calendar spring is nearly upon us. On Tuesday, March 19th, the sun will be crossing the Earth's equator from south to north, harkening warmer weather and longer days. This is as good a time as any to discuss giving the therapeutic workspace a really thorough cleaning.
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March 4, 2024

Massage Gels: The Ultimate Glide?
Massage gel provides a very appealing glide across the skin. Although gels tend to have plant oils as their primary ingredient, they tend not to be greasy feeling. Rather, they have a consistency that is pleasant for both the client and therapist, and they can be used in very controlled quantities because they absorb into the skin more slowly.
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February 17, 2024

Slide and Glide: The Science of Massage Oils

Plant oils that are extracted by grinding or crushing (AKA cold pressing) are known as carrier oils. Think of the process of making pure peanut butter: Raw peanuts are ground into a fine paste. If left in storage, eventually the solids collect at the bottom, and the oil rises to the surface. Many plants produce useful nuts and seeds for oil extraction.

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February 1, 2024

Check the Label: Thinking About Massage Lotion Ingredients
Many massage lotions are formulated with ingredients designed to be absorbed to provide benefits such as moisturization, improved glide, and nourishment to the skin. Common ingredients like oils, emollients, and water-soluble substances in massage lotions can be absorbed to varying degrees. A clear understanding of massage lotion ingredients can help make good purchasing decisions for any clinic.
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January 11, 2024

Replaceable Covers: How to Keep Equipment Clean
Washable replacement covers are designed for easy removal and laundering, streamlining the cleaning process and minimizing downtime between appointments. Quick-drying materials further contribute to the efficiency of maintaining a clean and inviting workspace.
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December 21, 2023

The Benefits of Heating Pads vs. Table Warmers
Heating pads and massage table warmers work on the principles of heat therapy, but it's important to note that they have different applications. Massage table warmers are like padded sheets that are placed on top of a massage table to provide gentle warmth and comfort to the client during a massage session. They are designed to withstand body weight and often come with adjustable temperature settings to meet the needs of different clients.
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September 7, 2023

Getting Table Height Right
Physical therapy is a physical business after all. The therapist must strive to be constantly aware of their own body mechanics, particularly in relation to the patient. Awkwardly bent wrists, leaning or reaching too far over the table, and lack of support to the therapist's head and neck can all cause complications.
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