what DPT means

What every patient needs to know about DPTs (including what DPT means)

Did you notice that some physical therapists have the letters DPT at the end of their name? What does that mean, anyway?  DPT stands for Doctor of Physical Therapy, an...

What is the most important KPI for physical therapy clinics?

A key performance indicator (KPI) is a means of measuring the success or overall performance of a business, its employees, or how goals are being achieved within the company. Key...

3 thoughtful gifts to buy the physical therapists who work in your clinic

Gift-giving can be a great way to boost morale around the office and create a sense of comradery, which can ultimately make the work atmosphere around your clinic more enjoyable....

3 physical therapy practice management tips to help you run a more efficient business

Running a physical therapy practice is no small feat. It requires attention on many fronts, and if you don’t know which areas to streamline, your business could suffer. That’s why...

What’s the best way to handle patient cancellations as a physical therapist?

You’ve recently logged a patient into your system for an appointment at your clinic. Then, you get a call from that patient a few days later and they ask if...

What to do when an old ankle injury flares up

Nearly 2 million people in the U.S. experience ankle injuries each year. They can occur for a variety of reasons including intense physical activity like sports games or even just...

Why can’t I put weight on my leg without pain? Here are 5 possible explanations

If you can’t put weight on your leg without severe pain, something’s likely wrong in your knee. In this article, we’ll describe a few possible culprits for your leg pain,...

Why do I have nerve pain after Achilles tendon surgery?

Achilles tendon surgery may be necessitated for those who have ruptured or torn the tendon in their heel. The Achilles tendon is a cord in the back of the ankle...

Is that a pinched nerve or pulled muscle? Here's how to tell

Is that a pinched nerve or pulled muscle? Here’s how to tell

Pinched nerves and pulled muscles feel similar but are very different conditions. If you have a pain in your neck or back, you might think that you pinched a nerve...