by Summit | Jan 8, 2024 | All Blogs, Neurology, Occupational Therapy, Pediatrics, Physical Therapy
Written By: Debra Johnson, MS, OTR/L As an occupational therapist for over 30 years, I have seen healthcare trends come and go. Some of the interventions we took for gospel back in the 80s are now deemed, at best, to be ineffective and, at worst, potentially harmful...
by Summit | Jan 1, 2024 | All Blogs, Geriatrics, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy
Written By: Vern Swanson, PT, DPT, Ph.D., NCSNavigating Snow and Ice for Lower Extremity (LE) Amputees: Essential Safety Tips for Winter Ambulation As winter approaches, the magic of snow-covered landscapes and icy wonderlands can also present challenges for lower...
by Summit | Dec 10, 2023 | All Blogs, Neurology, Occupational Therapy, Pediatrics, Speech Language Pathology
Written By: Belinda Worley, MS-SLP-CC The holiday season can be simply amazing. It is a time we share traditions, spend time with our family and friends, and celebrate the joy of the most magical season. Now if you are a parent of a child with autism, you can insert...
by Summit | Dec 4, 2023 | All Blogs, Body Regions, Geriatrics, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy
Written By: Lori Duncan, DPT, MTC, CPT As therapists, we are always trying to optimize our patient’s function and independence. This requires a combination of strength, mobility, and stability. So where do we start?Over the years, I have found that stability is often...
by Summit | Nov 27, 2023 | All Blogs, Non-CE Courses
Presented By: Andrew Morgan, PT, DPT, MBA, COS-C *CE credits are not available for this courseWhen most people hear the term marketing, they think of pushy product vendors or clever television commercials, but marketing is far more than advertising and sales. It...
by Summit | Nov 13, 2023 | All Blogs, Geriatrics, Occupational Therapy, Orthopedics, Physical Therapy
Written By: Brian Trzaskos PT LMT CSCS CMP MI-C As the holiday season approaches, I am reminded of the many challenges faced by individuals who suffer from chronic pain. As someone who has personally experienced the struggles of managing chronic pain, I understand...
