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Insurers Will Have a Big Say in the Future of Telehealth Services

The coronavirus pandemic left physical therapists and occupational therapists with little choice but to embrace telehealth technology, but just how much of that sticks around after COVID-19 abates is anyone’s guess.

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Coronavirus Pandemic Leads to Surge in Telemedicine

If you believe that more patients should be able to visit with their doctors, physical therapists and occupational therapists online or over the phone, then the coronavirus pandemic has bolstered your argument. The problem is that it’...

Tips for Job Hunting During COVID-19

More than 20 million Americans lost their job this spring, and a recession seems extremely likely, so is it even worth the time and effort to send out résumés and continue your job search during the coronavirus pandemic? For physical ...

Coronavirus Puts Spotlight on Infection Control at Facilities for Seniors

The deaths of at least 18 patients at a nursing home in Kirkland, Wash., have illustrated the devastating toll the coronavirus can take on the elderly, raising questions about the safety of seniors at nursing homes, assisted-living fa...

Research Suggests Yoga, Tai Chi Can Help with Lower Back Pain

For patients dealing with chronic lower back pain, traditional remedies include physical therapy, medication, surgery, and applying hot or cold compresses. But a growing body of research suggests that yoga and tai chi also can be bene...