What to Expect From a Mental Health Physical Therapist
What to Expect From a Mental Health Physical Therapist By Joe Tatta, PT, DPT Mental health physical therapy is an emerging specialty that integrates various therapeutic approaches to help individuals manage conditions that affect both the mind and body. While physical therapy is often associated with injury rehabilitation, the scope of practice for physical therapists […]
Mental Health Trends and the Role Physical Therapists Play in Patient Care
Mental Health Trends and the Role Physical Therapists Play in Patient Care By Joe Tatta, PT, DPT As the conversation around mental health continues to evolve, physical therapists across all practice areas are recognizing the vital intersection between physical and psychological well-being. This growing awareness has given rise to a specialized area of practice called […]
Breaking the Silence: Diagnostic Overshadowing in Physical Therapy and Mental Health
Breaking the Silence: Diagnostic Overshadowing in Physical Therapy and Mental Health By Joe Tatta, PT, DPT Diagnostic overshadowing was initially used to describe a clinician’s tendency to assess individuals with an intellectual disability less accurately. Today the term is used more broadly. Diagnostic overshadowing refers to the negative bias impacting a clinician’s judgment regarding co-occurring […]
Empowering Physical Therapists to Address Mental Health with Low-Intensity Psychological Interventions for Holistic Patient Care
In the wake of rising global mental health concerns, the need for accessible, effective, and scalable interventions has never been more critical. Low-intensity psychological interventions have emerged as a cornerstone in addressing this need, offering a viable solution for individuals with mild to moderate mental health conditions. This blog post delves into the world of […]
Understanding the Distinction: Mental Distress vs. Mental Illness in Chronic Pain Management
Some healthcare providers may use the two terms “mental distress” and “mental condition or mental illness” interchangeably. However, there are fundamental differences between mental distress and a mental health condition. For physical therapists navigating the complex landscape of chronic pain management, distinguishing between mental distress and mental health conditions is paramount. This distinction is not just […]
The 5 Biggest Trends Revolutionizing Physical Therapy in 2024
The 5 biggest trends revolutionizing physical therapy pain management in the year 2024!
