News
07/16/15
Aquatic Therapy for Geriatric Patients
In upcoming decades therapists can expect to treat an increasing number of geriatric patients as the United States experiences the coming “boom” in older populations. One therapy that has proven…
07/08/15
Hand Therapy
RehabVisions Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) Brenda Kreuter, PT had been a practicing clinician for a number of years before she happened upon the world of hand therapy. Brenda had been…
06/23/15
Acute Approach To Neuro
Patients recovering from stroke and experiencing mobility difficulties are a common diagnosis seen by Steven Nicholson, PT. Neurological patients present some unique challenges in the inpatient environment. We asked Steven how he…
06/18/15
Know Pain or No Gain — Patient Education is Key
Over the past decade we have seen an explosion of research on how to become more effective in dealing with patients who are in pain. Global statistics consistently demonstrate 25…
06/10/15
Combating Struggles with Acquired Brain Injury
The physical, neurological and emotional challenges that may arise from an acquired brain injury (ABI) are vast. Different causes and injuries create consequences that vary among individuals. Therapists need to…
06/04/15
RV at PT on Capitol Hill Day
RehabVisions Hospital Compliance Manager Brenda Kemling, PT, also the Iowa Federal Affairs Liaison for APTA, is in DC today for PT Day on Capitol Hill. This morning, Brenda and more than…
05/28/15
Dementia & Occupational Therapy: Treatment Techniques
Last month we asked Regional Clinical Manager Jolene Denn, SLP to share how her team approaches dementia and her OT’s role. Jolene is an expert on dementia and has presented…
05/21/15
A Common Issue with Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Our role as therapists is to help all residents perform at their best and to ease the burden on caregivers and family members. One patient population that can be particularly…
05/13/15
Annual Managers’ Meeting Recap
Last week 35 of RehabVisions’ hospital and clinic rehab directors descended upon Omaha for our annual meeting. The time together started with a casual Sunday dinner to welcome everyone back,…
05/07/15
Running & Jogging Season
It’s the time of year to discuss running safety with patients and communities. Sharing your expertise and advice can help properly prepare a body for running and jogging season–and hopefully…