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Hands On Physical Therapy
Brad Said:
Does working as a transporter qualify for "hands on" patient care? If not, how about physical therapy aide?We Answered:
Wow, patient transport permitted to do EKG's, that's pretty cool. Wish that was the case at my hospital. Anyway, yes, your position as a transporter directly involves patient care, especially EKG's.Gerald Said:
Need help with self physical therapy for hand?We Answered:
Call a PT practice. Most do some pro bono work. Also try call PT schools. Most of the professors see patients for free or next to nothing.Best wishes
Raul Said:
Questions about physical therapy?We Answered:
There are many different types of physical therapy techniques, so what they will do may vary depending on how they practice. However, at the very least, they will perform an evaluation and take objective measurements and discuss with you how the problem is affecting your day to day function. Based on the assessment, the therapist will get an idea if the problem is muscular such as a strain, discogenic (coming from a disc), etc. The type of treatment you receive will depend highly on the results of the evaluation. Massaage MIGHT be involved...but I can tell you that I RARELY use it unless it is a strain or muscle tension. This is because massage will only cover up the problem if the real problem is coming from posture, weakness, etc. When I do use massage, it is usually in combination with exercise, manual therapy (similar to the chiropractor...but a much slower and controlled technique), and possibly modalities. This is probably consistent with most physical therapists. In the end, it all depends on what I find. If you go in there expecting a massage, you might walk out disappointed. Just remember that we want to do what we feel will fix the problem.Regarding insurance, I cannot see that this would inhibit you from getting a policy...it is not as though you've had chronic problems for many years.
Regarding length of treatment, most people I see who have a neck problem have an underlying disc problem...I would say I am successful with most patients, but there are always people I cannot help due to advanced degeneration, etc. Most are seen 2-3 times a week for 4-6 weeks...on average, 6-8 visits.
Benjamin Said:
Popular therapies - what therapy do your prefer?We Answered:
They all have very different functions...so it depends on the needs of the person. Massage therapy is intended for the theraputic relaxation of muscles. Physical therapy is intended to restore function when limited by pain, weakness or tissue restriction. Occupational therapy is closely tied to the function of the hand, but also to general activities of daily living (how to get dressed, prepare a meal,etc.). Speech therapy is intended to restore both the prodcution and cognition of speech and swallowing. Accupuncture is usually used for pain relief of a variety of ailments.So certainly, the needs of the patient determine the type of therapy. Someone who stutters does not need to see an occupational therapist, and one who has had their ACL repaired needs physical therapy as opposed to massage therapy, etc.
And why would anyone be ashamed of going to these therapies? (Unless one is referring to psycological therapy?)