Posts Tagged ‘Physical Therapists’
Feb 04 2009
Physical Therapy After Sports Injuries - Hockey
Hockey is a rather rough sport, so a lot of injuries can result. That is why you will often find physical therapists ready to take on the players after the game. For those who are injured more severely, they need ongoing physical therapy and massage therapy in order to heal from their injuries. It doesn’t matter whether the injury is to an arm, leg, the neck, or the back, physical therapy can literally help heal any ailment that a hockey player encounters. However, that also depends on the severity of the injury. If the injury is severe, physical therapy (and the right physical therapy equipment) can make it manageable.
Orthopedic injuries
For the hockey player, one of the most common sports injuries is orthopedic. This makes sense considering injuries that involve the muscles can affect the bones. This means that a physical therapist has to have the right physical therapy equipment to ensure they can change the bone system in order to heal the muscle that is damaged. The same goes for any injured ligaments and tendons that the physical therapist is focusing on. These individuals are trained to deal with the different injuries and the diverse nature of those they treat.
On the Ice
You will notice that there are physical therapists on the ice or in the locker room ready to take on any injuries that occur. This is because it is better that the injury is taken care of as soon as it happens. If the injury is allowed to sit and stew, then it can actually get worse. That is why it is not good for a hockey player to not disclose their injury. Sure, it is no fun to have to be taken out of the game, but worsening the injury simply means that healing will take that much longer.
In the locker room, physical therapists are available to take care of any joint, bone, muscle, ligament, and tendon issues that may occur, assuming they have the right physical therapy supplies. It is much better to have a physical therapist available to take care of any issues right after they occur. Then there are those athletes that have existing issues, so they need physical therapy administered right after physical activity in order to keep the issue from becoming worse.
Types of injuries
Physical therapy takes care of all sorts of injuries. One of the most common injuries is lateral epicondylitis, which is a minor muscle strain. Next to that are broken bones and fractures, which require the rebuilding of muscle in order to heal properly. This is why the physical therapist uses their eyes, their hands, and their physical therapy equipment to evaluate the joints, bones, and muscles of their patients. As stated before, everyone is different, but the physical therapist is trained to deal with these differences so that they can help their patient feel good by the time they are done working with them.
So if you are a hockey player who likes it rough and you have been injured a time or two, physical therapy is going to be a big help. If your team doesn’t have any physical therapists, but they have general physicians available, look into finding a physical therapist for your injuries. That way you can stay on the ice as long as possible. You’ll also feel a lot better after a physical therapy session due to the fact that physical therapists know how to manipulate the bones and muscles the correct way. You’ll even notice that you’ll feel stronger when it is all said and done. This is something that is very important for your overall well-being and for your game.
By: Amy Nutt
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Orthopedic injuries
For the hockey player, one of the most common sports injuries is orthopedic. This makes sense considering injuries that involve the muscles can affect the bones. This means that a physical therapist has to have the right physical therapy equipment to ensure they can change the bone system in order to heal the muscle that is damaged. The same goes for any injured ligaments and tendons that the physical therapist is focusing on. These individuals are trained to deal with the different injuries and the diverse nature of those they treat.
On the Ice
You will notice that there are physical therapists on the ice or in the locker room ready to take on any injuries that occur. This is because it is better that the injury is taken care of as soon as it happens. If the injury is allowed to sit and stew, then it can actually get worse. That is why it is not good for a hockey player to not disclose their injury. Sure, it is no fun to have to be taken out of the game, but worsening the injury simply means that healing will take that much longer.
In the locker room, physical therapists are available to take care of any joint, bone, muscle, ligament, and tendon issues that may occur, assuming they have the right physical therapy supplies. It is much better to have a physical therapist available to take care of any issues right after they occur. Then there are those athletes that have existing issues, so they need physical therapy administered right after physical activity in order to keep the issue from becoming worse.
Types of injuries
Physical therapy takes care of all sorts of injuries. One of the most common injuries is lateral epicondylitis, which is a minor muscle strain. Next to that are broken bones and fractures, which require the rebuilding of muscle in order to heal properly. This is why the physical therapist uses their eyes, their hands, and their physical therapy equipment to evaluate the joints, bones, and muscles of their patients. As stated before, everyone is different, but the physical therapist is trained to deal with these differences so that they can help their patient feel good by the time they are done working with them.
So if you are a hockey player who likes it rough and you have been injured a time or two, physical therapy is going to be a big help. If your team doesn’t have any physical therapists, but they have general physicians available, look into finding a physical therapist for your injuries. That way you can stay on the ice as long as possible. You’ll also feel a lot better after a physical therapy session due to the fact that physical therapists know how to manipulate the bones and muscles the correct way. You’ll even notice that you’ll feel stronger when it is all said and done. This is something that is very important for your overall well-being and for your game.
By: Amy Nutt
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Source1 Medical offers a variety of therapy equipment, home health care products, ultrasound medical equipment, physical therapy supplies, physical therapy equipment and chairs.
Dec 19 2008
10 Products Every New Physical Therapy Clinic Needs to get Started
The aging population, the trend towards increased physical exercise, along with the stress many young athletes place on their body have combined to increase the demand for physical therapists in the U.S. and Canada. In fact as early as 1990, the market for equipment, supplies and services reached 2.2 billion per year. The industry has been growing ever since as people become more interested in overcoming health problems.
According to information provided by the Bureau of Labour Statistics in the United States over 160,000 Americans are Physical Therapists. Physical Therapists also earn a median annual wage of $69,760 with some of the highest wage earners earning above $120,000 annually.
With that in mind all of you who are interested in getting yourself started in this fulfilling and lucrative career there are 10 things you will need to get started.
The Winco 850CD Steel Frame Therapy Table, is a great solution for offices without much storage. With 2 shelves and 2 drawers all of your supplies will be on hand and organized when you need them. This treatment table is strong and can hold up to 400 pounds. Its stable design allows for its use for any type of treatment.
If it is an adjustable treatment table you are searching for, look no further than the Proluxe PT 300. This treatment table with a flexible top and leg adjustments allows you to offer treatments for a variety of different people while assuring the utmost comfort.
This mega capacity cooling unit is ideal for your busy practice, athletic training department or emergency room. The C-6 ColPac Chilling Unit comes decked out with 12 standard size ColPacs and its specially designed interior chills your packs faster with the use of a heavy duty compressor.
The 2793k Intelect Legend lives up to its name. The Legend offers users 7 different waveforms and 2 standard channels. It also comes complete with an on-board data management system which stores comprehensive patient pain profiles, generate electrode placement diagrams as well as help to ensure consistent patient care.
This 105 gallon Lo-Boy whirlpool is ideal for your patient’s rehabilitation. Constructed with a heavy gage stainless steel it provides both strength and durability. The turbine motor provides a soothing, cleansing and relaxing treatment and has a built in thermal overload protector.
The M4 Hydrocollator is Source 1 medicals largest mobile Hydrocollator. Its extra large insulated tank comes complete with 24 standard Hotpacs. Made from high quality stainless steel it has an almost indefinite lifespan. The design of this Hyrdocollator makes maintenance hassle free.
The Twin Stim Plus digital offers 4 channels of portable digital electrotherapy. It features 3 modes of TENS and 3 modes of EMS and offers the use of 8 electrodes simultaneously. This unit would be ideal for use at home or in your clinic.
The standard size ColPac is an absolute necessity for anyone starting out in a Physical Therapy clinic. The standard 11″ x 14″ size offers effective cold therapy regardless of the area or shape of the injury.
The 2795K Intelect Legend XT’s 4 channel combination system with cart offers unparalleled value to any owner. With the use of 7 different wave forms as well as a 5″ high contrast LCD screen and on board patient data management system each day is sure to be a breeze.
The 1006 Standard Size HotPac allows you to warm away all that ales you by applying this hydrocollator moist heat hot pack. This 10″ x 12″ size has been used since 1947 by thousands of doctors and physical therapists to treat patients. Once heated up the hydrocollator provides up to 30 minutes of deep, soothing moist heat.
*wage statistics for Physical Therapists found at: http://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes291123.htm
By: Amy Nutt
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According to information provided by the Bureau of Labour Statistics in the United States over 160,000 Americans are Physical Therapists. Physical Therapists also earn a median annual wage of $69,760 with some of the highest wage earners earning above $120,000 annually.
With that in mind all of you who are interested in getting yourself started in this fulfilling and lucrative career there are 10 things you will need to get started.
The Winco 850CD Steel Frame Therapy Table, is a great solution for offices without much storage. With 2 shelves and 2 drawers all of your supplies will be on hand and organized when you need them. This treatment table is strong and can hold up to 400 pounds. Its stable design allows for its use for any type of treatment.
If it is an adjustable treatment table you are searching for, look no further than the Proluxe PT 300. This treatment table with a flexible top and leg adjustments allows you to offer treatments for a variety of different people while assuring the utmost comfort.
This mega capacity cooling unit is ideal for your busy practice, athletic training department or emergency room. The C-6 ColPac Chilling Unit comes decked out with 12 standard size ColPacs and its specially designed interior chills your packs faster with the use of a heavy duty compressor.
The 2793k Intelect Legend lives up to its name. The Legend offers users 7 different waveforms and 2 standard channels. It also comes complete with an on-board data management system which stores comprehensive patient pain profiles, generate electrode placement diagrams as well as help to ensure consistent patient care.
This 105 gallon Lo-Boy whirlpool is ideal for your patient’s rehabilitation. Constructed with a heavy gage stainless steel it provides both strength and durability. The turbine motor provides a soothing, cleansing and relaxing treatment and has a built in thermal overload protector.
The M4 Hydrocollator is Source 1 medicals largest mobile Hydrocollator. Its extra large insulated tank comes complete with 24 standard Hotpacs. Made from high quality stainless steel it has an almost indefinite lifespan. The design of this Hyrdocollator makes maintenance hassle free.
The Twin Stim Plus digital offers 4 channels of portable digital electrotherapy. It features 3 modes of TENS and 3 modes of EMS and offers the use of 8 electrodes simultaneously. This unit would be ideal for use at home or in your clinic.
The standard size ColPac is an absolute necessity for anyone starting out in a Physical Therapy clinic. The standard 11″ x 14″ size offers effective cold therapy regardless of the area or shape of the injury.
The 2795K Intelect Legend XT’s 4 channel combination system with cart offers unparalleled value to any owner. With the use of 7 different wave forms as well as a 5″ high contrast LCD screen and on board patient data management system each day is sure to be a breeze.
The 1006 Standard Size HotPac allows you to warm away all that ales you by applying this hydrocollator moist heat hot pack. This 10″ x 12″ size has been used since 1947 by thousands of doctors and physical therapists to treat patients. Once heated up the hydrocollator provides up to 30 minutes of deep, soothing moist heat.
*wage statistics for Physical Therapists found at: http://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes291123.htm
By: Amy Nutt
About the Author:
Source1Medical is a leading online supplier of physical therapy equipment and massage therapy supplies. Also have great content on their medical equipment blog.
