In 1989, stroke was the third leading cause of death in the United States. So with this in mind, President George H. W. Bush proclaimed May as "National Stroke Awareness Month" and since then, medical research advancements have made remarkable progress in the fight against stroke; however, it still remains the fifth leading cause of death in America today. By spreading information about this high-risk condition during May's dedicated awareness month, we strive to further reduce the chances of stroke and improve treatment options.

It's safe to say, everyone knows that a constructive feedback loop is essential for ongoing personal and professional growth, which is especially true for both patients and providers. In fact, by implementing feedback-informed treatment (FIT), an empirically-supported, structured approach to gathering as well as analyzing patient feedback, therapy and rehab providers can help improve the delivery of services such as applied behavior analysis (ABA), physical therapy, speech therapy and occupational therapy.

Technology plays an integral role not only in everyday life, but in therapy and rehabilitation methods as well! In part one of our "Tech In Therapy" #rtblogseries, we explored technological advancements in both occupational therapy and physical therapy, but today's part two will delve deeper into how digital applications in addition to communication devices have changed the way applied behavior analysts and speech-language pathologists interact with their patients.

When it comes to a life-changing illness or injury, the healing process can seem daunting, so it's important for your practice to leverage the latest and greatest methods of care delivery. In this two part #rtblogseries, discover how new technology is being utilized in therapy and rehabilitation, specifically for occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy and applied behavioral analysis (ABA).

Today, you'd be hard-pressed to find someone who isn't sending and receiving personal texts every day. However, texting isn't just for social interaction; it can be a powerful tool in all varieties of business and is especially useful in the healthcare industry. From enhancing clinical collaboration to improving patient engagement, texting gives healthcare an avenue for expedient and secure interactions. However, there are some important factors to consider before your therapy and rehab practice dives in.

Because so many women experience dysfunctional menstrual cycles, doctors may find it challenging to diagnose reproductive and sexual health issues. One of the most difficult conditions to diagnose correctly is endometriosis, a condition that affects millions of women around the globe. That's why the perfect time to focus on this widespread but underdiagnosed women's health issue is during Endometriosis Awareness Week, which happens to be March 3rd through the 9th, 2022.