Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports worldwide, but with its rise comes an increase in pickleball injuries. From Achilles tendon strains to patellofemoral knee pain, physical therapists are seeing a surge of patients affected by the sport’s specific demands. Understanding how and why these injuries occur can help PTs prevent them, guide rehabilitation, and safely return athletes to play. Why Pickleball Injuries Are Becoming More Common Although often considered low

Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports, and physical therapists are seeing more patients who play it. This article explains how to safely introduce patients to pickleball, improve movement readiness, and prevent common injuries through proper training and education.

Waking up with a stiff neck? Your pillow and sleep position may be the culprit. Explore expert-backed strategies to align the spine, reduce pain, and prevent chronic neck issues.

Neck pain is a common condition seen in physical therapy, but effective treatment depends on accurate classification. The Neck Pain Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPG) recommend a treatment-based classification (TBC) system that matches patients to interventions based on symptoms and exam findings—rather than pathoanatomic diagnosis alone. This approach helps clinicians deliver evidence-based, targeted care  and adapt treatment as the patient’s presentation changes. Why Use a

Chronic neck pain may not start in the neck. Breathing patterns and airway function can quietly drive cervical tension and instability.

Home health therapy often gets a bad reputation among clinicians. Many PTs and OTs picture long drives, disorganized schedules, and endless documentation. While that may be true in poorly managed settings, a well-run home health model looks very different—and much more clinician-friendly. What a Typical Home Health Day Looks Like A typical day usually includes 6–8 scheduled visits, carefully planned around your location to minimize drive time. Visits are intentionally spaced—

When a patient says, “The room spins when I roll over or sit up,” your next move could change everything. Vertigo — especially   Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)   — is one of the most common yet most treatable causes of dizziness.   START Precise screening — and do it right.   Use the Dix–Hallpike test for posterior canal BPPV and the Roll Test (Pagnini–McClure) for horizontal canal involvement.    Seat the patient, turn their head 45° toward the test side. Quickl

Starting your career as a new grad physical therapist can feel overwhelming—but the right training and mentorship make all the difference. From mastering compliance courses to gaining hands-on home health experience, this guide helps you build confidence, clinical skills, and independence as you begin your PT journey with Biomechanics Physical Therapy.

Effective clinical prompt writing is the key to getting accurate and useful AI responses in healthcare. By being specific about the condition, including relevant background information, and structuring prompts logically, clinicians can save time, improve patient care, and make better decisions. Learn how clear, detailed prompts translate into practical, evidence-based guidance you can apply in real-world practice

AI tools are reshaping home health care, but without HIPAA compliance, they can put both patients and providers at risk. From using encrypted apps to securing BAAs, this guide explains the do’s and don’ts of AI in patient care. Learn how to protect sensitive health information, avoid costly penalties, and maintain the trust that’s vital in every home visit.

START Using dictation tools at the point of care Typing notes at the end of the day leads to fatigue and forgotten details. Dictation ...

In home health care, therapists must adapt to each patient’s environment. Without access to large clinic equipment, having the right...

Infection prevention isn’t optional in home health care — it’s the foundation of safe and effective visits. Equipping yourself with the right supplies, such as gloves, soap, wipes, hand sanitizers, masks, and PPE, helps protect both patients and therapists. These must-have tools not only reduce risks but also build trust, ensuring every visit is carried out with confidence and care.

This August, we’re spotlighting the essential tools that support quality care in home health therapy. Our monthly focus will cover three...

Pronation Syndrome isn’t simply about “flat feet.” It’s a movement system impairment involving altered joint alignment, muscle imbalance,...

We’ve been treating foot drop as the main gait issue—but what if the real problem lies in the tibia? This blog breaks down why tibial instability during stance is often the root cause of gait dysfunction and how AFOs should be used to support tibial control—not just swing-phase clearance.

Plantar fasciitis causes heel pain where the plantar fascia attaches—often worst with your first step in the morning.

Mid-Portion Achilles Tendinopathy  is a common overuse injury that causes pain, stiffness, and thickening in the middle section of the...

START Inner Core Motor Control The first rule? “Inner core activation must precede global strengthening.” Begin with: 90/90 Diaphragmatic...