Integrative and Lifestyle Medicine in Physical Therapy: the future of primary care and health promotion
The last few decades has seen an explosion of lifestyle-related diseases. Chronic conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and cancer are the leading causes of death and disability. Identifying the root cause of lifestyle conditions is critical to achieve health and wellness. Integrative and Lifestyle Medicine in primary care physical therapy, disease prevention, health […]
Exploring physiotherapists’ beliefs about psychologically informed care
Our failure to address chronic pain naturally and safely has led to unacceptably high human, social, and economic costs. Nowhere is this more prevalent than with low back pain (LBP). Low back pain is a leading cause of disability worldwide, and a growing health concern. Globally the number of years lived with disability (YLD) due […]
Combining Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with Physical Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is gaining traction in physical therapy and pain care as an evidence-based treatment. When appropriate, we as physical therapists are accustomed to encouraging patients to push beyond perceived barriers, whether they be physical or psychological … or both. As our profession evolves toward taking more of a leadership role in […]
Nutrition and Physical Therapy: Improve Outcomes and Your Practice
In this article, we’ll discuss the value of combining nutrition with physical therapy, and how together, they will optimize patient outcomes and transform your practice. As physical therapists, we’re always talking about links. The kinetic chain is the perfect example, by describing how subtler mechanics may influence knee pain in a client with patellofemoral syndrome. […]
Part 2: Which Diet Works Best for Pain? [The Evidence]
Can the food you eat help ease pain? Can the pain associated with chronic diseases be reduced by adopting a specific diet? Read on as we continue to explore some of the current evidence around diet and pain. This is Part 2 of a 2-part series. [Go here for Which Diet Works for Pain? [The […]
Part 1: Which Diet Works Best for Pain? [The Evidence]
Can the type of food you eat help ease the pain? Is a particular diet able to reduce the pain associated with various health conditions? Read on as we explore some of the current evidence around diet and pain. This is Part 1 of a 2-part series. [Go here for Which Diet Works for Pain? […]