Libby Trausch, a DMU physical therapist, gave a presentation titled “Yoga asa biopsychosocial model in physical therapy” at a pelvic physical therapy study day in the Quad Cities on May 31. She and Kari Smith, D.P.T.’04, M.S.P.T.’98, BCB-PMD, DMU Physical
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Michelle Brown, a DMU physical therapist, in May supervised 16 students from DMU, Arcadia University, St. Louis University and the University of the West Indies as they participated in a stroke camp held quarterly in St. Elizabeth Parish, Jamaica. Patients
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Humans have long spent the majority of their waking hours at work. But instead of manufacturing, farming and building, most of us now spend our days typing, scrolling and clicking. While the office is certainly the safer work environment, long
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We all know that regular physical activity is important for our health. But as we age, it gets more and more difficult to stay active and do the things we love. Many seniors become inactive due to illness, disease or
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Dr. Travis Egli was recently accepted as a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists, giving him the designation of FAAOMPT. He continues to practice in Iowa City, where he serves as the Iowa education coordinator for
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“I’ve fallen…and I can’t get up!” You might remember that famous line from a campy 1990s TV commercial. But it’s more than just a memorable catchphrase; it represents a serious health problem for older adults. Falls are the leading cause
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Suffering a fall can injure much more than one’s pride. Among older adults, falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries — such as hip fractures, head traumas and lacerations. Fortunately, exercises to promote balance and prevention efforts
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Name:Sharon K. Johansen, M.S., ATC, PTA Title:Physical Therapist Assistant Clinic:Physical Therapy Clinic Undergraduate School:Truman State University, Kirksville, Missouri Additional Degrees/Training:Master’s Degree in Sports MedicineCertified Athletic TrainerMassage Therapy What Attracted Me to Physical Therapy:I was working at Virginia Commonwealth University in the Sports Medicine
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[photo via Kelsey Kolb, D.P.T.’16]
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Name:Kari Smith, D.P.T., ATC Title:Clinic Manager/Assistant Professor Clinic:Physical Therapy Clinic Undergraduate School:South Dakota State University, Brookings, South Dakota Medical School:Des Moines University, Des Moines, Iowa Additional Degrees/Training:BCIA: Board Certification in Biofeedback-Pelvic Muscle DysfunctionAPTA: Certificate of Achievement in Pelvic Physical TherapyNATA: Certified Athletic Trainer
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