DOD-Funded Research May Lead to Breakthroughs for Parkinson’s Symptom Management
Parkinson’s disease is most known for its movement-related symptoms: tremors and rigidity, slowness and falls, caused by the loss of the brain’s dopamine-producing neurons. However, about half of...
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Balancing Care and Profitability: Strategies for Thriving Physical Therapy...
By Brijraj Bhuptani Running a physical therapy clinic requires a delicate balance between providing exceptional patient care and ensuring profitability. On one hand, the unwavering commitment to...
View ArticleUCI Researchers Reveal Role of Ophthalmic Acid in Parkinson’s
Summary: Researchers from UC Irvine discovered that ophthalmic acid, a brain molecule, acts as a neurotransmitter similar to dopamine, offering new therapeutic potential for Parkinson’s and other...
View ArticleOPTP Launches Redesigned SenMoCOR Laser
OPTP announced the release of a new and improved SenMoCOR (Sensory Motor Control-Oriented Rehabilitation) laser unit as part of the SenMoCOR System. The completely redesigned laser unit is compact,...
View ArticleStudies in Microgravity to Lead to New Sarcopenia Treatments
According to the World Health Organization, more than 50 million people around the world have sarcopenia. This age-related condition causes loss of muscle mass, strength, and function and increases...
View ArticleHurricane Milton: CMS Adds Resources for Those Impacted
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced additional resources and flexibilities available in response to Hurricane Milton in Florida. CMS is working closely with the State of...
View ArticleHearing Aids Could Reduce Risk of Developing Parkinson’s
Summary: A large-scale study of military veterans suggests a possible link between hearing loss and increased risk of Parkinson’s disease, with hearing aids potentially reducing this risk when used...
View ArticleStudy: What Standing On One Leg Can Tell You About Aging
Summary:The Mayo Clinic study suggests that the ability to balance on one leg, particularly the nondominant leg, is a more significant indicator of aging than strength or gait changes. Key Takeaways:...
View ArticleRizing Tide 2024 Surge Scholarship Recipients Announced
Summary:Rizing Tide has awarded its 2024 Surge scholarships to five doctors of physical therapy enrolled in U.S. residency programs, providing financial support to help alleviate education-related...
View ArticleResearchers Add Genomic Database Diversity with Latin American DNA Data
Summary:Researchers at the University of Maryland have created a comprehensive genomic database, GLADdb, to improve diversity in genomics research by including extensive Latin American DNA data. Key...
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