COVID

Strengthen Your Resilience in Times of Uncertainty

Strengthen Your Resilience in Times of Uncertainty

These continue to be uncertain times for all.  Everyone everywhere is still experiencing the unsettling and stressful times that have been consumed by COVID.  While it may seem as if there is no end in sight, there are some ways to stay on top of the day to day.  Putting healthy habits in place can help make strides to thrive instead of just survive. Inspired by a recent Microsoft article, Strengthen your resilience in uncertain times, here are some steps you can take to help maintain control of the day to day and feel healthier and more accomplished: Take microsteps, and stack habits Keith Bellizzi, a professor of human development and family sciences at the University of Connecticut, says that…

Physical Therapy in the time of COVID

Physical Therapy in the time of COVID

It is nothing short of an understatement to say that everything has been effected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Every industry imaginable, from education to travel, real estate to manufacturing, has been impacted in some capacity. Healthcare, including physical therapy, has been no exception. The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) recently released “Impact of COVID-19 on the Physical Therapy Profession.” This report provides some interesting insights into practice and workforce implications and impacts, telehealth, and recommendations for professionals and policymakers. You can read the full report here. In support of and in addition to some of APTA’s ideas, we have summarized some suggestions for how to handle your physical therapy practice during COVID. Create virtual options for all in-person interactions. Lunch…