<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Physical therapy - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest Physical therapy news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your profession!]]></description><language>en-uk</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:36:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Electrical neck implants immediately restore arm mobility in stroke survivors]]></title><description><![CDATA[University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine researchers report the final outcomes of a pioneering pilot clinical trial using electrical stimulation of the spinal cord to improve arm and hand mobility in people with chronic stroke today in Nature Medicine.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/electrical-neck-implants-immediately-restore-arm-mobility-in-stroke-survivors/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/electrical-neck-implants-immediately-restore-arm-mobility-in-stroke-survivors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Genetically-modified hookworms successfully deliver medicine to animal hosts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hookworms, intestinal parasites that infect hundreds of millions of people in under-resourced tropical regions around the globe, have evolved to survive inside the human gut for years, secreting molecules that enable co-existence with their hosts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/genetically-modified-hookworms-successfully-deliver-medicine-to-animal-hosts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/genetically-modified-hookworms-successfully-deliver-medicine-to-animal-hosts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Congratulations to the 2026 Top Doctoral Student and Rising Star Award recipients!]]></title><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s been a great week in the department this week due to our trainees&rsquo; outstanding success in the VCHRI (Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute) &ldquo;Rising Star&rdquo; and Doctoral student Awards! 2 of the 6 rising star awards were won by trainees from our department. These awards recognize research excellence, service as role models, and other contributions to the VCH Research community.The list of winners is below, and more information on their achievements and their resea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/congratulations-to-the-2026-top-doctoral-student-and-rising-star-award-recipients/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 18:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/congratulations-to-the-2026-top-doctoral-student-and-rising-star-award-recipients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mount Sinai opens integrated clinical center for womens health]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Mount Sinai Health System is opening the Carolyn Rowan Center for Women's Health and Wellness, a transformative new model for women's health that brings together multidisciplinary clinical expertise, structured care pathways, and leading-edge research innovation to deliver more personalized, comprehensive care for women across the entire lifespan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mount-sinai-opens-integrated-clinical-center-for-womens-health/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 18:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mount-sinai-opens-integrated-clinical-center-for-womens-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Targeted nerve stimulation boosts movement-related brain activity in humans]]></title><description><![CDATA[The vagus nerve connects the brain to major organs throughout the body and plays important roles in many bodily functions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/targeted-nerve-stimulation-boosts-movement-related-brain-activity-in-humans/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 20:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/targeted-nerve-stimulation-boosts-movement-related-brain-activity-in-humans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Katie Skinner – 2026 MPT-North Graduate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) graduate, Katie Skinner!Katie is one of the hundreds of UBC Faculty of Medicine graduates who are being celebrated this week for their outstanding achievements.&nbsp;<br />
The post Katie Skinner &ndash; 2026 MPT-North Graduate appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/katie-skinner-2026-mpt-north-graduate/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/katie-skinner-2026-mpt-north-graduate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Dr Ashley Dalrymple named Canada Research Chair in Spinal Cord Neuromodulation]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password-protected. To view it, please enter the password below.<br />
Password:The post Protected: Dr Ashley Dalrymple named Canada Research Chair in Spinal Cord Neuromodulation appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-dr-ashley-dalrymple-named-canada-research-chair-in-spinal-cord-neuromodulation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-dr-ashley-dalrymple-named-canada-research-chair-in-spinal-cord-neuromodulation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Ashley Dalrymple named Canada Research Chair in Spinal Cord Neuromodulation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr. Ashley Dalrymple has been appointed a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Spinal Cord Neuromodulation, a national recognition of her leadership in advancing innovative approaches to restoring function after neural injury.The&nbsp;Canada Research Chairs Program&nbsp;enables Canadian universities to attract and retain world-class researchers who advance new knowledge and discoveries, strengthen Canada&rsquo;s international competitiveness and help train the next generation of highly skilled]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-ashley-dalrymple-named-canada-research-chair-in-spinal-cord-neuromodulation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-ashley-dalrymple-named-canada-research-chair-in-spinal-cord-neuromodulation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why older adults are turning to edible cannabis for sleep, pain, and mood]]></title><description><![CDATA[Older adults in Colorado were drawn to edible cannabis mainly to manage sleep problems, pain, anxiety, or depression, often after concerns about conventional medicines or limited relief from other treatments. Most participants preferred THC-CBD combination products, but they remained uncertain about dosing, impairment, effectiveness, and how to choose the right cannabinoid ratio.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/why-older-adults-are-turning-to-edible-cannabis-for-sleep-pain-and-mood/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 01:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/why-older-adults-are-turning-to-edible-cannabis-for-sleep-pain-and-mood/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mental stress can weaken muscle performance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cognitive pressure disrupts muscle control and blood flow, highlighting its role in physical performance during low-intensity motor activities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mental-stress-can-weaken-muscle-performance/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 09:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mental-stress-can-weaken-muscle-performance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New alliance brings high quality rehabilitation services to more communities]]></title><description><![CDATA[NYU Langone Health and Metro Physical &amp; Aquatic Therapy (Metro PT), a leading provider of outpatient rehabilitation services, have formed a strategic alliance to offer high-quality physical, occupational, and speech therapy to a broader range of residents across Long Island, New York City, and Westchester and Rockland Counties.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-alliance-brings-high-quality-rehabilitation-services-to-more-communities/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-alliance-brings-high-quality-rehabilitation-services-to-more-communities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Physiotherapy Month – May 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[In honour of National Physiotherapy Month, meet some of the outstanding physical therapists throughout British Columbia. Physiotherapists are primary care professionals who work in a variety of settings, including rehabilitation centres, hospitals, community health centres, and private clinics in rural and urban areas.&nbsp;<br />
The post National Physiotherapy Month &ndash; May 2026 appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/national-physiotherapy-month-may-2026/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/national-physiotherapy-month-may-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Karissa Polsom – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;&nbsp;Karissa Polsom MPT, BHscOwner and Physiotherapist at Northern Motive Physiotherapy@northernmotivephysioWhere do you work?&nbsp;&nbsp;Northern Motive PhysiotherapyWhat is the most rewarding part of your job?The most rewarding part of being a physiotherapist and clinic owner is the people. I feel incredibly lucky to be part of our community, not just in the clinic, but out at local sporting events and in all the spaces where our clients live, move, and compete. We mee]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/karissa-polsom-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/karissa-polsom-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gavin Tonkin – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;&nbsp;Gavin TonkinPhysiotherapistClinics:&nbsp;&nbsp;Physio At Your DoorstepThe UBC Physical Therapy and Research ClinicWhere do you work?I&rsquo;m one of the lucky physiotherapists who get to work at the UBC Physical Therapy and Research Clinic (PTRC). At the clinic, I manage my own caseload while also supervising physiotherapy students during their clinical placements. Additionally, I operate a mobile and virtual practice called Physio At Your Doorstep, providing care d]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/gavin-tonkin-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/gavin-tonkin-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fiona Wilson – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;&nbsp;Fiona WilsonPhysiotherapistClinical Resource SpecialistWhere do you work?&nbsp;&nbsp;UBC Hospital (UBCH)What is the most rewarding part of your job?The most rewarding part of my job is a challenging question. I work in an environment that accepts a complex patient population, meaning we deal with those that have high rehab needs and complex medical histories. On top of that, they&rsquo;ve often been in pain for some time, are frustrated, and just want to get better.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fiona-wilson-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fiona-wilson-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trenton Penner – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;&nbsp;Trenton PennerPhysiotherapistWhere do you work?&nbsp;&nbsp;Interior Health Authority &ndash; Primary Care Network KelownaWhat is the most rewarding part of your job?Being able to help patients return to meaningful activity, especially when this exceeds their prior expectations. I have always been passionate about physical activity and when I get the opportunity to educate and promote this for others, it really lights my fire! In this same vein, I love seeing student]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/trenton-penner-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/trenton-penner-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lynore McLean – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;&nbsp;Lynore McLean BSc, PTPhysiotherapist<br />
Clinical InstructorWhere do you work?&nbsp;&nbsp;BC Children&rsquo;s Hospital,<br />
Sunny Hill Health Centre at BC Children&rsquo;s Hospital, &amp;<br />
BC Women&rsquo;s Hospital &amp; Health CentreWhat is the most rewarding part of your job?For most of my career, I&rsquo;ve had the privilege of working with children &amp; youth with significant developmental and/or physical disabilities&hellip;. Even in my current role as an Educator, the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/lynore-mclean-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/lynore-mclean-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Expanding patient care through student-led clinics]]></title><description><![CDATA[At a student-led outpatient rehabilitation clinic in Surrey, UBC students gain new strengths by helping patients build theirs<br />
The post Expanding patient care through student-led clinics appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/expanding-patient-care-through-student-led-clinics/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/expanding-patient-care-through-student-led-clinics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Gavin Tonkin – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password-protected. To view it, please enter the password below.<br />
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Password:The post Protected: Fiona Wilson &ndash; National Physiotherapy Month appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-fiona-wilson-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-fiona-wilson-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Lynore McLean – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password-protected. To view it, please enter the password below.<br />
Password:The post Protected: Lynore McLean &ndash; National Physiotherapy Month appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-lynore-mclean-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-lynore-mclean-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minimally-invasive stenting effectively treats painful post-thrombotic syndrome]]></title><description><![CDATA[A major multi-site clinical trial co-led by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has shown that post-thrombotic syndrome - a common and often painful complication suffered by many people who have experienced blockages of major veins due to blood clots - can be effectively treated with a minimally invasive procedure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/minimally-invasive-stenting-effectively-treats-painful-post-thrombotic-syndrome/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/minimally-invasive-stenting-effectively-treats-painful-post-thrombotic-syndrome/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Trenton Penner – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password-protected. To view it, please enter the password below.<br />
Password:The post Protected: Trenton Penner &ndash; National Physiotherapy Month appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-trenton-penner-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-trenton-penner-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New embodied AI system teaches users complex movements via muscles]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new system from Yun Ho, Romain Nith, and Pedro Lopes combines AI and electrical muscle stimulation to physically guide users through unfamiliar tasks&mdash;marking a leap toward general-purpose, context-aware embodied assistance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-embodied-ai-system-teaches-users-complex-movements-via-muscles/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-embodied-ai-system-teaches-users-complex-movements-via-muscles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Novel compound clears harmful protein, protects neurons in frontotemporal dementia models]]></title><description><![CDATA[New research from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis adds to growing evidence that helping brain cells break down and eliminate their own cellular waste is a promising treatment strategy for a variety of neurodegenerative diseases.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/novel-compound-clears-harmful-protein-protects-neurons-in-frontotemporal-dementia-models/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/novel-compound-clears-harmful-protein-protects-neurons-in-frontotemporal-dementia-models/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Karissa Polsom – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password-protected. To view it, please enter the password below.<br />
Password:The post Protected: Karissa Polsom &ndash; National Physiotherapy Month appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-karissa-polsom-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-karissa-polsom-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TENS therapy reduces movement pain and fatigue in fibromyalgia patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adding TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) to outpatient physical therapy reduced movement-based pain and fatigue in patients with fibromyalgia, and the effects lasted for at least six months, according to a new study led by researchers at University of Iowa Health Care.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/tens-therapy-reduces-movement-pain-and-fatigue-in-fibromyalgia-patients/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 19:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/tens-therapy-reduces-movement-pain-and-fatigue-in-fibromyalgia-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stopping GLP-1 treatment linked to increase in risk of major cardiovascular events]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following a rapid increase in popularity of GLP-1 drugs for diabetes and weight loss, such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, approximately one in eight U.S. adults now take these medications, which also provide cardiovascular benefits.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/stopping-glp-1-treatment-linked-to-increase-in-risk-of-major-cardiovascular-events-2/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 02:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/stopping-glp-1-treatment-linked-to-increase-in-risk-of-major-cardiovascular-events-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stopping GLP-1 treatment linked to increase in risk of major cardiovascular events.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following a rapid increase in popularity of GLP-1 drugs for diabetes and weight loss, such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, approximately one in eight U.S. adults now take these medications, which also provide cardiovascular benefits.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/stopping-glp-1-treatment-linked-to-increase-in-risk-of-major-cardiovascular-events/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 02:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/stopping-glp-1-treatment-linked-to-increase-in-risk-of-major-cardiovascular-events/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breakfast, exercise, and sleep linked to better mental resilience]]></title><description><![CDATA[Do you ever feel mentally stuck, like you can't cope when a stressful situation hits? A healthy breakfast, exercise, and a good night's sleep might be just what you need to build psychological flexibility, and new research from Binghamton University shows why that matters.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/breakfast-exercise-and-sleep-linked-to-better-mental-resilience/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 02:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/breakfast-exercise-and-sleep-linked-to-better-mental-resilience/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Long-term study reveals lifelong challenges for children with single-ventricle heart disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[Children born with single&#8209;ventricle heart disease, a rare and serious heart defect, often undergo multiple surgeries in their first years of life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/long-term-study-reveals-lifelong-challenges-for-children-with-single-ventricle-heart-disease/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/long-term-study-reveals-lifelong-challenges-for-children-with-single-ventricle-heart-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Jackie Whittaker Received a Killam Faculty Research award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Dr Jackie Whittaker who was awarded the prestigious Killam Faculty Research Prize in the Accelerator Research Fellowship category. The Killam Faculty Research Prize is awarded annually to individuals who demonstrate outstanding research and scholarly contributions and have national and/or international research leadership in all fields.<br />
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The post Dr Kristin Campbell Received a Killam Faculty Research Award appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-kristin-campbell-received-a-killam-faculty-research-award/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 20:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-kristin-campbell-received-a-killam-faculty-research-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post amputation pain differs with movement and prosthetic type]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz have identified a critical gap in how post-amputation pain is evaluated and treated.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/post-amputation-pain-differs-with-movement-and-prosthetic-type/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 22:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/post-amputation-pain-differs-with-movement-and-prosthetic-type/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[As ICE moved in, Minnesotans set up a shadow medical system. It’s a lesson for other cities.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gabi has big brown eyes, pigtails, and a genetic condition that makes her bones brittle. They fracture easily, leaving the 2-year-old in such pain that her mother quit her job cleaning offices to stay home and cradle her in the one-bedroom apartment they share with six relatives.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/as-ice-moved-in-minnesotans-set-up-a-shadow-medical-system-its-a-lesson-for-other-cities/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/as-ice-moved-in-minnesotans-set-up-a-shadow-medical-system-its-a-lesson-for-other-cities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GLP-1 drugs may be effective at treating and preventing substance use disorders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis show in a new study that GLP-1 medications may be effective at treating and preventing substance use disorders across all major addictive substances studied, suggesting these drugs target a common biological pathway underlying addiction.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/glp-1-drugs-may-be-effective-at-treating-and-preventing-substance-use-disorders/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 04:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/glp-1-drugs-may-be-effective-at-treating-and-preventing-substance-use-disorders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solving the mystery of a year-long pain crisis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taffy Hopkins, 73, was in debilitating pain for a year, leaving her bedridden. The Palm Beach resident had been told she was simply experiencing migraines, but the migraine medications did not work and left her suffering, with no answers in sight. After seeking care at NYU Langone Medical Associates&mdash;West Palm Beach, 1515 North Flagler Drive, she finally received a diagnosis&mdash;and relief.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/solving-the-mystery-of-a-year-long-pain-crisis/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/solving-the-mystery-of-a-year-long-pain-crisis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Misdiagnosed Parkinson's patient regains life after NPH treatment]]></title><description><![CDATA[At age 66, Richard "Dick" Nash first suspected something might be wrong when he participated in a Dallas walk for juvenile diabetes in honor of his granddaughter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/misdiagnosed-parkinsons-patient-regains-life-after-nph-treatment/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 03:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/misdiagnosed-parkinsons-patient-regains-life-after-nph-treatment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Disrupted lymphatic vessels may drive chronic organ transplant rejection]]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite advances in the field of organ transplantation, long-term organ rejection that can become apparent a decade or more after a heart or lung transplant remains a common problem for patients.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/disrupted-lymphatic-vessels-may-drive-chronic-organ-transplant-rejection/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 03:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/disrupted-lymphatic-vessels-may-drive-chronic-organ-transplant-rejection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hip exoskeleton reduces walking effort in stroke survivors]]></title><description><![CDATA[A leading cause of disability in the United States is hemiparesis, a condition where impaired motor control, muscle weakness, and spasticity affect one side of the body.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hip-exoskeleton-reduces-walking-effort-in-stroke-survivors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 03:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hip-exoskeleton-reduces-walking-effort-in-stroke-survivors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WashU Medicine receives 80 million to study exceptional longevity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have received an $80 million grant to continue research into the mysteries of exceptional longevity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/washu-medicine-receives-80-million-to-study-exceptional-longevity/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/washu-medicine-receives-80-million-to-study-exceptional-longevity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Physical function metrics improve mortality prediction in elderly heart failure patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Current models of mortality risk after heart failure (HF) rely primarily on cardiac-specific clinical variables and may underestimate risk in elderly East Asian patients.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physical-function-metrics-improve-mortality-prediction-in-elderly-heart-failure-patients/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 03:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physical-function-metrics-improve-mortality-prediction-in-elderly-heart-failure-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Single blood test predicts onset of Alzheimer’s symptoms years ahead]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have developed a method to predict when someone is likely to develop symptoms of Alzheimer's disease using a single blood test.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/single-blood-test-predicts-onset-of-alzheimers-symptoms-years-ahead/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/single-blood-test-predicts-onset-of-alzheimers-symptoms-years-ahead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Review: Pathogenesis, diagnosis, and management of harlequin ichthyosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harlequin ichthyosis (HI) is a rare, severe genetic skin disorder caused by ABCA12 mutations, leading to defective lipid transport and loss of skin barrier function.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/review-pathogenesis-diagnosis-and-management-of-harlequin-ichthyosis/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/review-pathogenesis-diagnosis-and-management-of-harlequin-ichthyosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Survey: 76% of surgical patients don't complete physical therapy homework, leading to stalled recoveries]]></title><description><![CDATA[Physical therapy is a key step on the path to recovery after injuries or certain surgical procedures. A new survey by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center shows 3 out of 4 (76%) patients don't complete their physical therapy homework, leading to stalled recoveries and potential surgical setbacks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/survey-76-of-surgical-patients-dont-complete-physical-therapy-homework-leading-to-stalled-recoveries/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 13:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/survey-76-of-surgical-patients-dont-complete-physical-therapy-homework-leading-to-stalled-recoveries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fall prevention programs in emergency departments improve safety for seniors after discharge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Falls are one of the most common reasons older adults are treated in the emergency department, and many patients are discharged home the same day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fall-prevention-programs-in-emergency-departments-improve-safety-for-seniors-after-discharge/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 03:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fall-prevention-programs-in-emergency-departments-improve-safety-for-seniors-after-discharge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[High-dose motor therapy improves outcomes after perinatal stroke]]></title><description><![CDATA[In infants and toddlers who had a stroke before birth or as a newborn (28 days or younger), a treatment that combined restricting the use of the stronger arm with intensive task-oriented physical therapy led to improved function and skill gained on the weak side compared to standard care, according to preliminary late-breaking science presented today at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/high-dose-motor-therapy-improves-outcomes-after-perinatal-stroke/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 04:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/high-dose-motor-therapy-improves-outcomes-after-perinatal-stroke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early biomarkers predict infections after breast reconstruction surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the U.S., one in eight women will get breast cancer in their lifetime, and about half of them will have mastectomies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/early-biomarkers-predict-infections-after-breast-reconstruction-surgery/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 05:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/early-biomarkers-predict-infections-after-breast-reconstruction-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CIHR Fall 2025 Project Grant Recipients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drs Kristin Campbell and Michael Hunt received CIHR funding through the Fall 2025 Project Grant.<br />
The post CIHR Fall 2025 Project Grant Recipients appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cihr-fall-2025-project-grant-recipients/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 20:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cihr-fall-2025-project-grant-recipients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brain network discovery opens new path for Parkinson’s treatment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Parkinson's disease, a progressive neurological disorder affecting more than 1 million people in the U.S. and more than 10 million globally, is characterized by debilitating symptoms such as tremors, movement difficulties, sleep disturbances and cognitive impairments.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/brain-network-discovery-opens-new-path-for-parkinsons-treatment/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 18:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/brain-network-discovery-opens-new-path-for-parkinsons-treatment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UBC Vancouver Summer Program 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[The UBC Department of Physical Therapy is participating in the Vancouver Summer Program (VSP) this summer!Join us for 4 weeks this summer and learn about Canadian health and life sciences.We are excited to invite undergraduate students to join our UBC Faculty of Medicine Vancouver Summer Program focused on medicine, healthy aging, and &ldquo;movement is medicine.&rdquo; This four-week academic program offers Canadian and international students a unique opportunity to experience Canadian health a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-vancouver-summer-program-2026/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-vancouver-summer-program-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Low-intensity pulsed ultrasound shows promise for ovarian function restoration]]></title><description><![CDATA[Announcing a new article publication for BIO Integration journal. Premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) is a complex endocrine disorder characterized by premature depletion of ovarian follicles, and resulting in ovarian failure and decreased fertility.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/low-intensity-pulsed-ultrasound-shows-promise-for-ovarian-function-restoration/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 13:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/low-intensity-pulsed-ultrasound-shows-promise-for-ovarian-function-restoration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Targeted therapy for the less impaired arm improves movement for stroke survivors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Traditional stroke rehabilitation therapy focuses on restoring strength and movement to the more impaired side of the body, but a new randomized clinical trial has revealed that targeted therapy for the less impaired arm significantly improved movement and control for stroke survivors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/targeted-therapy-for-the-less-impaired-arm-improves-movement-for-stroke-survivors/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 18:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/targeted-therapy-for-the-less-impaired-arm-improves-movement-for-stroke-survivors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tufts University School of Medicine launches its Doctor of Physical Therapy programs in Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tufts University School of Medicine is expanding its Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) programs with the launch of a new location in Atlanta, joining programs in Boston, Phoenix, and Seattle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/tufts-university-school-of-medicine-launches-its-doctor-of-physical-therapy-programs-in-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 18:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/tufts-university-school-of-medicine-launches-its-doctor-of-physical-therapy-programs-in-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Electromagnetic therapy that stimulates the brain reduces overall disability in stroke survivors]]></title><description><![CDATA[A type of therapy that stimulates specific brain pathways with electromagnetic pulses combined with physical therapy significantly reduced overall disability in stroke survivors compared to survivors who received sham (inactive) electromagnetic stimulation combined with physical therapy, according to a preliminary study to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/electromagnetic-therapy-that-stimulates-the-brain-reduces-overall-disability-in-stroke-survivors/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 17:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/electromagnetic-therapy-that-stimulates-the-brain-reduces-overall-disability-in-stroke-survivors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Her son’s injury never got its day in vaccine court. Their lawyer is now advising RFK on its overhaul.]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 2019, after a routine vaccination, 11-year-old Keithron Thomas felt a sharp pain in his shoulder and down his arm. His mother, Melanie Bostic, thought it would go away after a few days. But days turned to weeks, then months, and years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/her-sons-injury-never-got-its-day-in-vaccine-court-their-lawyer-is-now-advising-rfk-on-its-overhaul/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/her-sons-injury-never-got-its-day-in-vaccine-court-their-lawyer-is-now-advising-rfk-on-its-overhaul/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In Memoriam: Dr. Tali Alborz Conine ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr. Tali Alborz Conine passed away on November 28, 2025&nbsp;The Department of Physical Therapy at the University of British Columbia&nbsp;honours&nbsp;the life and legacy of Dr. Tali Alborz Conine, Professor Emeritus and former Director of the School of Rehabilitation&nbsp;Medicine, which was later renamed the School of Rehabilitation&nbsp;Sciences.&nbsp;Dr. Conine was appointed Professor of Physical Therapy and Director of the School of Rehabilitation Sciences within UBC&rsquo;s Faculty of Med]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/in-memoriamdr-tali-alborz-conine/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 19:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/in-memoriamdr-tali-alborz-conine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arthritis significantly restricts employment for millions of American adults]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to new research from the University of Delaware, nearly 40% of American adults ages 18 to 64 with arthritis - almost 10 million people - say the medical condition is limiting their ability to work.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/arthritis-significantly-restricts-employment-for-millions-of-american-adults/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 07:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/arthritis-significantly-restricts-employment-for-millions-of-american-adults/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Ashley Dalrymple]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ashley Dalrymple,&nbsp;BSc, PhDAssistant ProfessorCanada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Spinal Cord Neuromodulation&nbsp;Contact<br />
ashley.dalrymple@ubc.ca<br />
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Director, NERVES Lab<br />
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Dr. Dalrymple completed her BSc in Electrical and Biomedical Engineering and her PhD in Neuroscience at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, AB, Canada. She completed her first postdoc at the Bionics Ins]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-ashley-dalrymple/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 18:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-ashley-dalrymple/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ashley Dalrymple]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ashley Dalrymple,&nbsp;BSc, PhDAssistant ProfessorCanada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Spinal Cord NeuromodulationContact<br />
ashley.dalrymple@ubc.ca<br />
Lab information<br />
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Dr. Dalrymple completed her BSc in Electrical and Biomedical Engineering and her PhD in Neuroscience at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, AB, Canada. She completed her first postdoc at the Bionics Institute]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ashley-dalrymple/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 18:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ashley-dalrymple/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Implanted vagus nerve stimulation device offers lasting relief for severe depression]]></title><description><![CDATA[About 20% of U.S. adults experience major depression in their lifetime. For most people, symptoms improve within a few treatment attempts, but up to one-third of patients have treatment-resistant depression, for which standard antidepressant medication or psychotherapy isn't enough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/implanted-vagus-nerve-stimulation-device-offers-lasting-relief-for-severe-depression/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 04:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/implanted-vagus-nerve-stimulation-device-offers-lasting-relief-for-severe-depression/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Janice Eng appointed as an officer to the Order of Canada]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Janice Eng&nbsp;has been appointed as an officer to the Order of Canada.The Order of Canada is one of Canada&rsquo;s highest civilian distinctions. It was created in 1967 to honour people whose service shapes our society, whose innovations ignite our imaginations, and whose compassion unites our communities.&nbsp;<br />
The post Dr Janice Eng appointed as an officer to the Order of Canada appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-janice-eng-appointed-as-an-officer-to-the-order-of-canada/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 17:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-janice-eng-appointed-as-an-officer-to-the-order-of-canada/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Immune cell atlas may improve survival predictions, guide treatment decisions in multiple myeloma]]></title><description><![CDATA[aps the immune cell landscape of bone marrow in patients with multiple myeloma, a rare cancer that develops in the plasma cells of the bone marrow and has no cure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/immune-cell-atlas-may-improve-survival-predictions-guide-treatment-decisions-in-multiple-myeloma/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/immune-cell-atlas-may-improve-survival-predictions-guide-treatment-decisions-in-multiple-myeloma/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homeless shelters for seniors pop up, catering to older adults’ medical needs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just outside Salt Lake City sits an old, two-story, brick hotel. It's been given new life as a homeless shelter for seniors. The Medically Vulnerable People shelter &mdash; or MVP shelter, as it's known &mdash; is for people 62 and older or for younger adults with chronic health issues.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/homeless-shelters-for-seniors-pop-up-catering-to-older-adults-medical-needs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 13:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/homeless-shelters-for-seniors-pop-up-catering-to-older-adults-medical-needs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chronic back pain linked to future sleep problems in older men]]></title><description><![CDATA[About half of older men suffer from sleep problems, back pain or both, according to Soomi Lee, associate professor of human development and family studies at Penn State.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/chronic-back-pain-linked-to-future-sleep-problems-in-older-men/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 02:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/chronic-back-pain-linked-to-future-sleep-problems-in-older-men/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New exercise-sensing pathway offers hope for osteoporosis treatment]]></title><description><![CDATA[A research team from the Department of Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine, LKS Faculty of Medicine at the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) has uncovered a key biological mechanism that explains how exercise maintain strong bones, paving the way for novel treatments for osteoporosis and bone loss in people who are unable to engage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-exercise-sensing-pathway-offers-hope-for-osteoporosis-treatment/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 07:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-exercise-sensing-pathway-offers-hope-for-osteoporosis-treatment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maintaining a healthy weight may help avoid low back pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Low back pain (LBP) is a prevalent condition associated with disability, work loss and economic burden to healthcare. Significant risk factors include poor sleep, physical and psychological stress, inactivity, advanced age and smoking.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/maintaining-a-healthy-weight-may-help-avoid-low-back-pain/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 18:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/maintaining-a-healthy-weight-may-help-avoid-low-back-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brain imaging reveals how stimulant drugs improve performance in ADHD]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prescription stimulants, such as Ritalin and Adderall, are widely used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), including in children.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/brain-imaging-reveals-how-stimulant-drugs-improve-performance-in-adhd/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2025 03:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/brain-imaging-reveals-how-stimulant-drugs-improve-performance-in-adhd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neighborhood disadvantage shapes recovery after hip fracture]]></title><description><![CDATA[Older adults who live in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods spend significantly fewer days at home in the year after a fall-related hip fracture than those living in more affluent areas, according to a large national study published today in JAMA Network Open.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/neighborhood-disadvantage-shapes-recovery-after-hip-fracture/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 02:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/neighborhood-disadvantage-shapes-recovery-after-hip-fracture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Many women suffer in silence from treatable pelvic floor conditions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many women assume pelvic floor health issues are simply their fate&mdash;part of having vaginal deliveries, getting older, gaining weight or entering menopause. Perhaps they have watched their mothers and grandmothers live with symptoms, such as urinary incontinence and pain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/many-women-suffer-in-silence-from-treatable-pelvic-floor-conditions/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 03:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/many-women-suffer-in-silence-from-treatable-pelvic-floor-conditions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Year in Review 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friends and Colleagues,As 2025 comes to a close, the Department of Physical Therapy is winding down our activities for the year and taking a moment to reflect on our successes and the road ahead. &nbsp;We are partway through the development of our new strategic plan, and the level of engagement from the Department in that activity has been fantastic. I&rsquo;m excited to see our priorities re-envisioned and mapped out when we launch our new plan in 2026.Although the education sector and provinci]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/year-in-review-2025/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 18:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/year-in-review-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Year in Review 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
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The post MPT-N graduate Katie Skinner returns home appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-n-graduate-katie-skinner-returns-home/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-n-graduate-katie-skinner-returns-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UTHealth Houston researchers receive NIH grant for fetoscopic spina bifida repair study]]></title><description><![CDATA[A five-year, $2.8 million grant was awarded to researchers at UTHealth Houston by the National Institutes of Health to evaluate the long-term effects on patients enrolled in the "Cryopreserved Human Umbilical Cord as a Meningeal Patch in Fetoscopic Spina Bifida Repair" trial.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uthealth-houston-researchers-receive-nih-grant-for-fetoscopic-spina-bifida-repair-study/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 13:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uthealth-houston-researchers-receive-nih-grant-for-fetoscopic-spina-bifida-repair-study/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early treatment after head injury lowers long-term risk of Alzheimer’s disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[Getting treatment within one week of a serious head injury can reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease by up to 41%, according to new research from Case Western Reserve University.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/early-treatment-after-head-injury-lowers-long-term-risk-of-alzheimers-disease/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 01:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/early-treatment-after-head-injury-lowers-long-term-risk-of-alzheimers-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Program Completion 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
Password:The post Protected: Program Completion 2025 appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-program-completion-2025/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 17:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-program-completion-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Program Completion 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the UBC Department of Physical Therapy Class of 2025!Huge congratulations to all our graduates who have successfully completed the demanding 26-month MPT program. We wish them all the very best as they start their exciting new careers!Meet a few of our graduates&nbsp;<br />
Tina Ko&ldquo;I learned that physiotherapy isn&rsquo;t just about anatomy or techniques; it&rsquo;s about communication, critical thinking, and adapting in fast-changing situations.&rdquo;<br />
Read MoreJenna Dolphin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/program-completion-2025/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 17:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/program-completion-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Jenna Dolphin – MPT Graduation 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
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What inspired you to pursue the Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) degree at UBC?From a young age, I witnessed the drastic impact that physical therapy had on myself and those around me. In my own life as a youth athlete and in the lives of family members and friends suffering from chronic health conditions, I saw physical therapists demonstrate the capability to help improve the lives of a broad range of individuals through a div]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jenna-dolphin-mpt-graduation-2025/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 17:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jenna-dolphin-mpt-graduation-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tina Ko – MPT Graduation 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tina KoHometown: Burnaby, B.CMPT cohort: MPT VancouverConnect with Tina:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tina-ko-bkin-mptInstagram: @tko_physio&nbsp;<br />
What inspired you to pursue the Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) degree at UBC?I&rsquo;ve always been drawn to understanding why the human body behaves the way it does&mdash;how its systems interact, adapt, and compensate. Movement has been a constant in my life; I grew up swimming, eventually became an Aquatics Supervisor, and I love hiking and camping]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/tina-ko-mpt-graduation-2025/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 17:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/tina-ko-mpt-graduation-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Tina Ko – MPT Graduation 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
Password:The post Protected: Tina Ko &ndash; MPT Graduation 2025 appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-tina-ko-mpt-graduation-2025/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 17:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-tina-ko-mpt-graduation-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Intranasal nanomedicine shows promise against glioblastoma]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, along with collaborators at Northwestern University, have developed a noninvasive approach to treat one of the most aggressive and deadly brain cancers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/intranasal-nanomedicine-shows-promise-against-glioblastoma/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/intranasal-nanomedicine-shows-promise-against-glioblastoma/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New trial to test extended tranexamic acid use for faster ACL surgery recovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[A breakthrough could be coming in the way young people recover from surgery to reconstruct the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in the knee, a common sports injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-trial-to-test-extended-tranexamic-acid-use-for-faster-acl-surgery-recovery/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 02:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-trial-to-test-extended-tranexamic-acid-use-for-faster-acl-surgery-recovery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New robotic testing method reveals overlooked proprioception deficits after stroke]]></title><description><![CDATA[A decade ago, at age 55, Don Lewis suffered a stroke in his sleep. When he woke up, he couldn't move his left arm or leg. Lewis' neighbor realized his truck hadn't moved in two days and called 911 for a welfare check. When paramedics found him, he was paralyzed on one side.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-robotic-testing-method-reveals-overlooked-proprioception-deficits-after-stroke/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 03:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-robotic-testing-method-reveals-overlooked-proprioception-deficits-after-stroke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Moslows' $4 million gift transforms women's health education and research]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Linda Moslow, A16P, A18P, entered perimenopause in her early 40s, she was blindsided. "I'd always been healthy and grounded in wellness," she says. "Suddenly, I couldn't recognize myself." The months of anxiety, sleeplessness, and confusion that followed left her feeling unmoored until she found a team of doctors who helped her understand what was happening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/the-moslows-4-million-gift-transforms-womens-health-education-and-research/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/the-moslows-4-million-gift-transforms-womens-health-education-and-research/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MRI-based computer models offer early insight into bone healing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Healing a broken bone can take months, and knowing whether recovery is on track often takes just as long.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mri-based-computer-models-offer-early-insight-into-bone-healing/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 01:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mri-based-computer-models-offer-early-insight-into-bone-healing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three health tech innovators push boundaries to build a brighter future of cardiovascular care]]></title><description><![CDATA[As digital health technologies gain momentum, research is finding that more people are open to artificial intelligence (AI) supported health interventions when those are backed by clinical expertise and rooted in evidence-based guidelines.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/three-health-tech-innovators-push-boundaries-to-build-a-brighter-future-of-cardiovascular-care/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 17:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/three-health-tech-innovators-push-boundaries-to-build-a-brighter-future-of-cardiovascular-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New WashU center aims to transform disease diagnosis through AI imaging]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR) at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis is establishing a new center dedicated to developing AI-based imaging tools to improve the diagnosis and precision treatment of cancers, cardiovascular disease, neurological diseases and numerous other conditions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-washu-center-aims-to-transform-disease-diagnosis-through-ai-imaging/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 01:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-washu-center-aims-to-transform-disease-diagnosis-through-ai-imaging/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Home exercise alone highly effective for meniscal tear and osteoarthritis pain, says study]]></title><description><![CDATA[People with a meniscal tear and osteoarthritis prescribed home exercises with or without physical therapy reported substantial improvements in knee pain, according to a new study led by Mass General Brigham researchers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/home-exercise-alone-highly-effective-for-meniscal-tear-and-osteoarthritis-pain-says-study/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 05:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/home-exercise-alone-highly-effective-for-meniscal-tear-and-osteoarthritis-pain-says-study/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[So your insurance dropped your doctor. Now what?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last winter, Amber Wingler started getting a series of increasingly urgent messages from the local hospital in Columbia, Missouri, letting her know her family's health care might soon be upended.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/so-your-insurance-dropped-your-doctor-now-what/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 11:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/so-your-insurance-dropped-your-doctor-now-what/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Disruption of glial circadian rhythms linked to Alzheimer's disease progression]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alzheimer's disease is notorious for scrambling patients' daily rhythms. Restless nights with little sleep and increased napping during the day are early indicators of disease onset, while sundowning, or confusion later in the day, is typical for later stages of the disease.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/disruption-of-glial-circadian-rhythms-linked-to-alzheimers-disease-progression/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 14:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/disruption-of-glial-circadian-rhythms-linked-to-alzheimers-disease-progression/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UC San Diego receives $6.2 million grant to establish REACH Center for Translational Science on Whole Person Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[The University of California San Diego School of Medicine's Centers for Integrative Health has received a five-year, $6.2 million grant from the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to establish the REACH Center for Translational Science on Whole Person Health.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uc-san-diego-receives-62-million-grant-to-establish-reach-center-for-translational-science-on-whole-person-health/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 19:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uc-san-diego-receives-62-million-grant-to-establish-reach-center-for-translational-science-on-whole-person-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Epidural stimulation and physical rehabilitation can enhance recovery in spinal cord injury patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spinal cord injury (SCI) causes paralysis in roughly one million people worldwide, with incident cases rising yearly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/epidural-stimulation-and-physical-rehabilitation-can-enhance-recovery-in-spinal-cord-injury-patients/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 20:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/epidural-stimulation-and-physical-rehabilitation-can-enhance-recovery-in-spinal-cord-injury-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Botulinum toxin injections could be a powerful tool for treating post-amputation pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Botulinum toxin injections provided greater short-term relief for phantom limb pain than standard medical and surgical care among Ukrainian war amputees, reports a new study led by Northwestern Medicine and Ukrainian physicians.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/botulinum-toxin-injections-could-be-a-powerful-tool-for-treating-post-amputation-pain/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/botulinum-toxin-injections-could-be-a-powerful-tool-for-treating-post-amputation-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mediterranean-style diets improve pelvic floor function and sexual health, review finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[This systematic review and meta-analysis of 31 studies reveals that healthy, anti-inflammatory dietary patterns, particularly the Mediterranean and DASH diets, are linked to improved sexual function and reduced incontinence symptoms in pelvic floor dysfunction. However, prospective evidence for incontinence improvement remains limited, suggesting that benefits may be mediated by metabolic and inflammatory pathways, especially in individuals with obesity or metabolic syndrome.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mediterranean-style-diets-improve-pelvic-floor-function-and-sexual-health-review-finds/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 03:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mediterranean-style-diets-improve-pelvic-floor-function-and-sexual-health-review-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family conflict and peer pressure drive teen mental health risks]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study from researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis provides some answers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/family-conflict-and-peer-pressure-drive-teen-mental-health-risks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 04:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/family-conflict-and-peer-pressure-drive-teen-mental-health-risks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WashU startup Prognosia acquired by Lunit to advance AI-based breast cancer prediction]]></title><description><![CDATA[An innovative biotech startup founded by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has been acquired by Lunit, a leading company in developing AI-based technologies for cancer prevention and early detection.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/washu-startup-prognosia-acquired-by-lunit-to-advance-ai-based-breast-cancer-prediction/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 04:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/washu-startup-prognosia-acquired-by-lunit-to-advance-ai-based-breast-cancer-prediction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why brittle bones aren’t just a woman’s problem]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ronald Klein was biking around his neighborhood in North Wales, Pennsylvania, in 2006 and tried to jump a curb. "But I was going too slow &mdash; I didn't have enough momentum," he recalled.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/why-brittle-bones-arent-just-a-womans-problem/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/why-brittle-bones-arent-just-a-womans-problem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peroxisomes identified as alternative heat producers in brown fat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have identified a novel way brown fat - an energy-burning form of fat - can rev the body's metabolic engine, consuming cellular fuel and producing heat in a way that improves metabolic health.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/peroxisomes-identified-as-alternative-heat-producers-in-brown-fat/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 18:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/peroxisomes-identified-as-alternative-heat-producers-in-brown-fat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2025 – Fall Info Sessions]]></title><description><![CDATA[The post 2025 &ndash; Fall Info Sessions appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/2025-fall-info-sessions/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2025 17:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/2025-fall-info-sessions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why are more older people dying after falls?]]></title><description><![CDATA[For a while, walking the dog felt hazardous. Earl Vickers was accustomed to taking Molly, his shepherd-boxer-something-else mix, for strolls on the beach or around his neighborhood in Seaside, California. A few years ago, though, he started to experience problems staying upright.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/why-are-more-older-people-dying-after-falls/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2025 12:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/why-are-more-older-people-dying-after-falls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parents report life changing benefits of mobility assistance dogs for children with walking impairments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Parents of children with variable levels of walking impairment perceive significant quality of life improvements in their children after six months of living with a mobility assistance dog, according to the first qualitative assessment of its type that provides important evidence in an area of growing therapeutic interest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/parents-report-life-changing-benefits-of-mobility-assistance-dogs-for-children-with-walking-impairments/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2025 03:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/parents-report-life-changing-benefits-of-mobility-assistance-dogs-for-children-with-walking-impairments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Acupuncture improves pain and function in older adults with chronic low back pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to a study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), older Americans with chronic low back pain who received acupuncture had greater improvement in physical function and reduced pain than those who received usual medical care only, generally prescribed medications or physical therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/acupuncture-improves-pain-and-function-in-older-adults-with-chronic-low-back-pain/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2025 02:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/acupuncture-improves-pain-and-function-in-older-adults-with-chronic-low-back-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A surgical team was about to harvest this man’s organs — until his doctor intervened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lying on top of an operating room table with his chest exposed, Larry Black Jr. was moments away from having his organs harvested when a doctor ran breathlessly into the room.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-surgical-team-was-about-to-harvest-this-mans-organs-until-his-doctor-intervened/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Sep 2025 03:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-surgical-team-was-about-to-harvest-this-mans-organs-until-his-doctor-intervened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Postpartum mothers more likely to be cured of hepatitis C with bedside treatment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hepatitis C, a bloodborne virus that damages the liver, can cause cirrhosis, liver cancer, liver failure and death if left untreated.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/postpartum-mothers-more-likely-to-be-cured-of-hepatitis-c-with-bedside-treatment/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 04:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/postpartum-mothers-more-likely-to-be-cured-of-hepatitis-c-with-bedside-treatment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UBC expands two health profession programs to Vancouver Island]]></title><description><![CDATA[This article has been modified from the original story on the UBC Faculty of Medicine website and the original BC Government press release.Students can now study physical therapy and speech-language pathology in VictoriaUBC physical therapy student Abby Goldschmid (left) demonstrates gait rehabilitation with speech-language pathology student Maddie Naswell (right) at Vancouver Island Technology Park.<br />
People on Vancouver Island can now train closer to home for careers in physical therapy and spee]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-expands-two-health-profession-programs-to-vancouver-island/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Sep 2025 15:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-expands-two-health-profession-programs-to-vancouver-island/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glutamate receptors found to drive pediatric brain tumor development]]></title><description><![CDATA[The most common type of brain tumor in children, pilocytic astrocytoma (PA), accounts for about 15% of all pediatric brain tumors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/glutamate-receptors-found-to-drive-pediatric-brain-tumor-development/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 05:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/glutamate-receptors-found-to-drive-pediatric-brain-tumor-development/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gait retraining reduces pain and slows knee damage in osteoarthritis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly a quarter of people over the age of 40 experience painful osteoarthritis, making it a leading cause of disability in adults.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/gait-retraining-reduces-pain-and-slows-knee-damage-in-osteoarthritis/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2025 21:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/gait-retraining-reduces-pain-and-slows-knee-damage-in-osteoarthritis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cellular purging process may help injured cells revert to stem cell-like state more rapidly]]></title><description><![CDATA[Now, a new study in mice led by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and the Baylor College of Medicine reveals a previously unknown cellular purging process that may help injured cells revert to a stem cell-like state more rapidly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cellular-purging-process-may-help-injured-cells-revert-to-stem-cell-like-state-more-rapidly/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2025 06:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cellular-purging-process-may-help-injured-cells-revert-to-stem-cell-like-state-more-rapidly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Tanisha Wilson, MPT-Victoria]]></title><description><![CDATA[Being born and raised on Vancouver Island, I chose UBC because it would allow me to pursue a career that I&rsquo;m passionate about while still remaining close to home. I was privileged to be accepted into UBC&rsquo;s first Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) class in Victoria, which means I will experience the majority of my placements providing physical therapy services within my community.<br />
The post Meet Tanisha Wilson, MPT-Victoria appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/meet-tanisha-wilson-mpt-victoria/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 17:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/meet-tanisha-wilson-mpt-victoria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Many people unaware that knee and groin pain could signal hip problems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Having a hard time bending over to put your shoes on? Experiencing pain in the knees, groin, thigh or back? A new survey by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center reveals many people don't realize these symptoms can mean there's a problem in the hip.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/many-people-unaware-that-knee-and-groin-pain-could-signal-hip-problems/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 15:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/many-people-unaware-that-knee-and-groin-pain-could-signal-hip-problems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Texas Children’s successfully treats AADC deficiency using FDA-approved gene therapy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Texas Children's is pleased to announce that a three-year-old girl has been successfully treated with the first-ever FDA-approved gene therapy treatment for AADC deficiency.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/texas-childrens-successfully-treats-aadc-deficiency-using-fda-approved-gene-therapy/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/texas-childrens-successfully-treats-aadc-deficiency-using-fda-approved-gene-therapy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New update to the 2023 AGS Beers Criteria highlights safer pharmacologic options for older adults]]></title><description><![CDATA[The American Geriatrics Society (AGS) has released a landmark update to its list of alternatives to medications listed in the 2023 AGS Beers Criteria - the most widely adopted guidelines to help clinicians identify potentially inappropriate medications for older adults.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-update-to-the-2023-ags-beers-criteria-highlights-safer-pharmacologic-options-for-older-adults/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-update-to-the-2023-ags-beers-criteria-highlights-safer-pharmacologic-options-for-older-adults/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health care groups aim to counter growing ‘national scandal’ of elder homelessness]]></title><description><![CDATA[At age 82, Roberta Rabinovitz realized she had no place to go. A widow, she had lost both her daughters to cancer, after living with one and then the other, nursing them until their deaths.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/health-care-groups-aim-to-counter-growing-national-scandal-of-elder-homelessness/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 12:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/health-care-groups-aim-to-counter-growing-national-scandal-of-elder-homelessness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leg movement variability provides reliable marker of dystonia in pediatric cerebral palsy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cerebral palsy affects around one in 345 children in the U.S., and more than half of them experience a problem called dystonia - involuntary and often painful muscle contractions, most commonly in the legs, that lead to abnormal movement and postures and make regular activities such as walking difficult.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/leg-movement-variability-provides-reliable-marker-of-dystonia-in-pediatric-cerebral-palsy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2025 23:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/leg-movement-variability-provides-reliable-marker-of-dystonia-in-pediatric-cerebral-palsy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New research explores foot positioning to treat knee osteoarthritis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gait analysis and pain measures show that subtly adjusting the angle of the foot during walking may reduce knee pain caused by osteoarthritis. This approach may also slow progression of the condition, an uncurable disease in which the cartilage cushion inside a joint breaks down.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-research-explores-foot-positioning-to-treat-knee-osteoarthritis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2025 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-research-explores-foot-positioning-to-treat-knee-osteoarthritis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Personalized gait retraining reduces pain and slows knee damage in osteoarthritis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly a quarter of people over the age of 40 experience painful osteoarthritis, making it a leading cause of disability in adults.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/personalized-gait-retraining-reduces-pain-and-slows-knee-damage-in-osteoarthritis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2025 05:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/personalized-gait-retraining-reduces-pain-and-slows-knee-damage-in-osteoarthritis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A guide to finding insurance at 26‌]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was supposed to be easier than this. When the Affordable Care Act was passed in March 2010, the goal was to help more Americans get health insurance. And, indeed, the establishment of online marketplaces and a broadening of the eligibility guidelines for Medicaid accomplished that.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-guide-to-finding-insurance-at-26/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2025 12:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-guide-to-finding-insurance-at-26/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Karen Sauve]]></title><description><![CDATA[Karen Sauve, BSc PT, MSc, PhD (c)Assistant Professor of TeachingMPT-Vancouver Academic Education Site LeadContact<br />
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Karen has taught within a range of courses in the Master of Physical Therapy program, with a focus primarily on pediatrics and neurology. Her teaching priorities in the MPT program currently include:<br />
RHSC 420 Elements of Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology: this course introduces students to the structure and function of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/karen-sauve/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Aug 2025 17:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/karen-sauve/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New research highlights exercise's broad impact in Parkinson's disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was the early 2000s when researchers first showed that exercise can help relieve the tremors that are common with Parkinson's Disease.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-research-highlights-exercises-broad-impact-in-parkinsons-disease/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2025 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-research-highlights-exercises-broad-impact-in-parkinsons-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Advancing osteochondral regeneration through biomaterial-based drug delivery systems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Announcing a new article publication for BIO Integration journal. Osteochondral damage is primarily caused by degeneration of articular cartilage due to trauma, degenerative injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/advancing-osteochondral-regeneration-through-biomaterial-based-drug-delivery-systems/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Aug 2025 01:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/advancing-osteochondral-regeneration-through-biomaterial-based-drug-delivery-systems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to find the right medical rehab services]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rehabilitation therapy can be a godsend after hospitalization for a stroke, a fall, an accident, a joint replacement, a severe burn, or a spinal cord injury, among other conditions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/how-to-find-the-right-medical-rehab-services/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2025 13:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/how-to-find-the-right-medical-rehab-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Even grave errors at rehab hospitals go unpenalized and undisclosed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rehab hospitals that help people recover from major surgeries and injuries have become a highly lucrative slice of the health care business.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/even-grave-errors-at-rehab-hospitals-go-unpenalized-and-undisclosed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2025 13:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/even-grave-errors-at-rehab-hospitals-go-unpenalized-and-undisclosed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Americans divided on how to manage neck and back pain, survey reveals]]></title><description><![CDATA[New survey data from the Orlando Health Spine Center reveals a significant difference among Americans on how to manage neck and back pain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/americans-divided-on-how-to-manage-neck-and-back-pain-survey-reveals/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2025 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/americans-divided-on-how-to-manage-neck-and-back-pain-survey-reveals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hepatitis C treatment gaps persist for children and new mothers]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the opioid epidemic has worsened in the United States, prevalence of hepatitis C has also increased. Hepatitis C is a bloodborne virus that damages the liver.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hepatitis-c-treatment-gaps-persist-for-children-and-new-mothers/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Jul 2025 05:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hepatitis-c-treatment-gaps-persist-for-children-and-new-mothers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2025 NSERC Discovery Research Program Grant Recipients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations&nbsp;to Dr Jordan Guenette for receiving a 2025 NSERC Discovery Grant, and to Dr Lara Boyd for receiving a NSERC Research Tools and Instrument Grant.<br />
The post 2025 NSERC Discovery Research Program Grant Recipients appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/2025-nserc-discovery-research-program-grant-recipients/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jul 2025 19:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/2025-nserc-discovery-research-program-grant-recipients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New study identifies four distinct autism subtypes with unique genetic signatures]]></title><description><![CDATA[Autism is classified as a 'spectrum' for a reason: Each case is different. Scientists have struggled to parse through the many ways autism can manifest, much less to link these varying observable traits (called phenotypes) to underlying genetics.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-study-identifies-four-distinct-autism-subtypes-with-unique-genetic-signatures/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jul 2025 19:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-study-identifies-four-distinct-autism-subtypes-with-unique-genetic-signatures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brain stimulation and coaching help older adults increase physical activity]]></title><description><![CDATA[A study published in The Journals of Gerontology: Series A reports that a novel combination of brain stimulation and personalized coaching significantly increased physical activity in older adults and held steady for months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/brain-stimulation-and-coaching-help-older-adults-increase-physical-activity/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2025 06:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/brain-stimulation-and-coaching-help-older-adults-increase-physical-activity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Slower arm movements increase fall risk in older adults]]></title><description><![CDATA[When a person starts to lose their balance on a slippery surface, the natural reaction is to raise the arms to restore balance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/slower-arm-movements-increase-fall-risk-in-older-adults/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 15:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/slower-arm-movements-increase-fall-risk-in-older-adults/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early therapy for preschool depression shows long lasting benefits]]></title><description><![CDATA[Depression affects 1%-2% of children younger than 13 in the U.S. and can arise as early as age 3, but a specialized therapeutic intervention can help preschool-aged children find relief from this condition - with benefits lasting at least four years, according to a new study led by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/early-therapy-for-preschool-depression-shows-long-lasting-benefits/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Jun 2025 03:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/early-therapy-for-preschool-depression-shows-long-lasting-benefits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Pat Camp and Dr Janice Eng Receive 2025 Distinguished Achievement Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Each year, the Faculty of Medicine recognizes faculty members who have made exceptional contributions in the areas of education, research and/or service, and who are dedicated to advancing both the Faculty&rsquo;s values and vision of transforming health for everyone.<br />
The post Dr Pat Camp and Dr Janice Eng Receive 2025 Distinguished Achievement Award appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-pat-camp-and-dr-janice-eng-receive-2025-distinguished-achievement-award/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-pat-camp-and-dr-janice-eng-receive-2025-distinguished-achievement-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stephen Wright]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stephen Wright, PhDAssistant ProfessorContact<br />
stephen.wright@ubc.ca<br />
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Steve&rsquo;s research examines integrated heart-lung mechanisms that regulate cardiac function and influence circulatory reserve and exercise tolerance, across the lifespan and health spectrum. Of specific interest are aging, endurance training, pulmonary vascular disease, heart failure, and women&rsquo;s heart health. His research combines cardio-pulm]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/stephen-wright/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/stephen-wright/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study identifies potential way to slow or block progression of age-related macular degeneration]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis identifies a possible way to slow or block progression of age-related macular degeneration, a leading cause of blindness in people over age 50.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-identifies-potential-way-to-slow-or-block-progression-of-age-related-macular-degeneration/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 14:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-identifies-potential-way-to-slow-or-block-progression-of-age-related-macular-degeneration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New AI-based brain mapping tool receives FDA clearance for use in neurosurgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new AI-based technology that rapidly maps the brain to locate sensitive areas that control speech, vision, movement and other critical functions has received authorization from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), enabling it to be marketed to hospitals with the aim of enhancing the precision of neurosurgeries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-ai-based-brain-mapping-tool-receives-fda-clearance-for-use-in-neurosurgery/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 05:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-ai-based-brain-mapping-tool-receives-fda-clearance-for-use-in-neurosurgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New meta-analysis highlights effective non-drug therapies for knee osteoarthritis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Knee braces, water therapy and exercise are the most promising non-drug therapies for treating knee osteoarthritis, according to a new meta-analysis publishing June 18, 2025 in the open-access journal PLOS One by Yuan Luo of the First People's Hospital of Neijiang, China.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-meta-analysis-highlights-effective-non-drug-therapies-for-knee-osteoarthritis/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2025 13:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-meta-analysis-highlights-effective-non-drug-therapies-for-knee-osteoarthritis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Have job-based health coverage at 65? You may still want to sign up for Medicare]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Alyne Diamond fell off a horse in August 2023 and broke her back, her employer-based health plan through UnitedHealthcare covered her emergency care in Aspen, Colorado.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/have-job-based-health-coverage-at-65-you-may-still-want-to-sign-up-for-medicare/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2025 13:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/have-job-based-health-coverage-at-65-you-may-still-want-to-sign-up-for-medicare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Osteoarthritis treatment in practice falls short of EULAR guidelines]]></title><description><![CDATA[Osteoarthritis is a leading cause of chronic pain, often affecting physical function, daily activities, and quality of life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/osteoarthritis-treatment-in-practice-falls-short-of-eular-guidelines/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Jun 2025 07:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/osteoarthritis-treatment-in-practice-falls-short-of-eular-guidelines/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exercise improves survival for colon cancer patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[The exercise program at the Vancouver study site was delivered by study co-author Dr.&nbsp;Kristin Campbell&nbsp;and her team from the UBC Faculty of Medicine&rsquo;s Department of Physical Therapy.&ldquo;Currently, access to exercise support service is quite limited for people after a cancer diagnosis,&rdquo; Dr. Campbell says. &ldquo;The findings definitively confirm the role of exercise support to now become an essential part of clinical care for people after treatment for colon cancer.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/exercise-improves-survivalfor-colon-cancer-patients/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 23:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/exercise-improves-survivalfor-colon-cancer-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An Arm and a Leg: A mathematical solution for US hospitals?]]></title><description><![CDATA[What do the KGB and the former CEO of Cincinnati Children&rsquo;s Hospital have in common?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/an-arm-and-a-leg-a-mathematical-solution-for-us-hospitals/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Jun 2025 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/an-arm-and-a-leg-a-mathematical-solution-for-us-hospitals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Universal CAR T cell therapy shows promise for aggressive T cell cancers]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new type of immunotherapy that targets aggressive blood cancers shows promising results alongside manageable side effects, according to the results of an international phase 1/2 clinical trial led by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/universal-car-t-cell-therapy-shows-promise-for-aggressive-t-cell-cancers/</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 May 2025 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/universal-car-t-cell-therapy-shows-promise-for-aggressive-t-cell-cancers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New VR system transforms hand rehabilitation with load free design]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a significant advancement for hand rehabilitation, researchers from Zhengzhou University have introduced a non-hand-worn, load-free VR hand rehabilitation system that could boost therapy development for patients recovering from conditions like stroke and osteoarthritis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-vr-system-transforms-hand-rehabilitation-with-load-free-design/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2025 05:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-vr-system-transforms-hand-rehabilitation-with-load-free-design/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[May 2025 PhD and MSc Graduation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the new Doctors of Philosophy in Rehabilitation Science and the new Master of Science in Rehabilitation Science graduates. We wish all our graduates continued success in their future careers!&nbsp;Justin Losciale, PhD &ndash; supervised by Dr Jackie WhittakerKip Squier, PhD &ndash; supervised by Dr Alex ScottVictoria Cirone, MSc &ndash; supervised by Dr Teresa Liu-Ambrose<br />
Makenzie McCallum, MSc &ndash; supervised by Dr Naznin Virji-Babul<br />
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The post]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/may-2025-phd-and-msc-graduation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2025 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/may-2025-phd-and-msc-graduation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vagus nerve stimulation shows unprecedented recovery rates in spinal cord injuries]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a new clinical study, researchers from the Texas Biomedical Device Center (TxBDC) at The University of Texas at Dallas demonstrated unprecedented rates of recovery for spinal cord injuries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/vagus-nerve-stimulation-shows-unprecedented-recovery-rates-in-spinal-cord-injuries/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2025 05:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/vagus-nerve-stimulation-shows-unprecedented-recovery-rates-in-spinal-cord-injuries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astrocytes found to drive brain rewiring during attention states]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have upended decades-old dogma of how connections between brain cells are rearranged during states of heightened vigilance or attention.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/astrocytes-found-to-drive-brain-rewiring-during-attention-states/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2025 04:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/astrocytes-found-to-drive-brain-rewiring-during-attention-states/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exploring how play affects cognitive functioning in children with autism]]></title><description><![CDATA[Step into physical therapy professor Anjana Bhat's colorful Move 2 Learn Innovation Lab on the University of Delaware's Science, Technology and Advanced Research (STAR) Campus, and you may see children moving to the beat or leaping over structures as part of an obstacle course.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/exploring-how-play-affects-cognitive-functioning-in-children-with-autism/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 04:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/exploring-how-play-affects-cognitive-functioning-in-children-with-autism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anti-parasitic drug could accelerate the elimination of infection endemic to Africa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tens of millions of people in Africa are infected by parasitic worms that cause lymphatic filariasis (also called elephantiasis), a disease that leads to severe swelling and deformities of the limbs and genitals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/anti-parasitic-drug-could-accelerate-the-elimination-of-infection-endemic-to-africa/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2025 04:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/anti-parasitic-drug-could-accelerate-the-elimination-of-infection-endemic-to-africa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emotional and ethical factors influence a person's decision to know Alzheimer&rsquo;s risk]]></title><description><![CDATA[As researchers make progress in understanding how Alzheimer's disease develops, there are growing opportunities for healthy research participants to learn their risk of developing Alzheimer's disease dementia in the future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/emotional-and-ethical-factors-influence-a-persons-decision-to-know-alzheimerrsquos-risk/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 03:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/emotional-and-ethical-factors-influence-a-persons-decision-to-know-alzheimerrsquos-risk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat triggers sperm activation for fertilization in mammals]]></title><description><![CDATA[In mammals - including us humans - sperm are surprisingly picky about temperature, thriving best in conditions a few degrees cooler than normal body temperature.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/heat-triggers-sperm-activation-for-fertilization-in-mammals/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 23:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/heat-triggers-sperm-activation-for-fertilization-in-mammals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Physiotherapy Month – Slider]]></title><description><![CDATA[The post National Physiotherapy Month &ndash; Slider appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/national-physiotherapy-month-slider/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/national-physiotherapy-month-slider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Physiotherapy Month – May 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[In honour of National Physiotherapy Month, meet some of the outstanding physical therapists throughout British Columbia.<br />
The post National Physiotherapy Month &ndash; May 2025 appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/national-physiotherapy-month-may-2025/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/national-physiotherapy-month-may-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New program connects breast cancer patients to exercise and rehab services]]></title><description><![CDATA[A recent randomized controlled trial reveals the potential of a program designed to connect patients who have breast cancer to needed exercise and rehabilitation services starting at diagnosis and throughout care.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-program-connects-breast-cancer-patients-to-exercise-and-rehab-services/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 03:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-program-connects-breast-cancer-patients-to-exercise-and-rehab-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Charlie Chua – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
Password:The post Protected: Charlie Chua &ndash; National Physiotherapy Month appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-charlie-chua-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2025 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-charlie-chua-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charlie Chua – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;&nbsp;Charlie ChuaRegistered Physical Therapist, Clinical InstructorWhere do you work?&nbsp;&nbsp;The UBC Physical Therapy &amp; Research ClinicLifemark Sport Medicine at the Richmond OvalWhat is the most rewarding part of your job?I love exercise, sports, and movement. The best part about being a physio is being able to help people move and get back to the things they love while rebuilding their confidence with what their body can do. I also really enjoy teaching and sup]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/charlie-chua-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2025 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/charlie-chua-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Telehealth matches in-person therapy for treating women with postpartum incontinence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Women who experience urinary incontinence after giving birth may get just as much relief from telehealth as they do from physical therapy, a new UC San Francisco study has found.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/telehealth-matches-in-person-therapy-for-treating-women-with-postpartum-incontinence/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 03:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/telehealth-matches-in-person-therapy-for-treating-women-with-postpartum-incontinence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inherited mutations in healthy cells may contribute to cancer development]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most cancer genome studies have focused on mutations in the tumor itself and how such gene variants allow a tumor to grow unchecked.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/inherited-mutations-in-healthy-cells-may-contribute-to-cancer-development/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/inherited-mutations-in-healthy-cells-may-contribute-to-cancer-development/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Skylar Bown – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;&nbsp;Skylar Bown, MPT, BHKRegistered Physical Therapist@remoterehabphysio / @yourphysioskylarWhere do you work?&nbsp;&nbsp;I am so grateful to be able to live and work on the beautiful, traditional, ancestral, and unceded land of the Syilx/Okanagan people who have resided here since time immemorial. I am currently working in 3 settings &ndash; 1 virtual and 2 in-person.Virtually through my co-owned clinic, Remote Rehab PhysiotherapyIn Kelowna:<br />
Kare Physiotherapy (Pelvic]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/skylar-bown-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 21:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/skylar-bown-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Skylar Bown – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
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Password:The post Protected: Martina Feldmann &ndash; National Physiotherapy Month appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-martina-feldmann-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 21:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-martina-feldmann-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martina Feldmann – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;&nbsp;Martina FeldmannRegistered Physical TherapistWhere do you work?&nbsp;&nbsp;Prince GeorgeCommunity of Prince George, Primary CareWhat is the most rewarding part of your job?One of the most rewarding parts of my job is being able to work with a team of health professionals to provide comprehensive and holistic care to our clients. We have the privilege to connect with a diverse set of clients with a range of rehabilitation needs. Our profession is multifaceted, and I]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/martina-feldmann-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 21:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/martina-feldmann-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding key risk factors behind shoulder injuries in athletes and aging adults]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shoulders are, in many ways, a marvel. One shoulder has four separate joints, packed with muscles, that allow us to move our arm in eight different major ways, giving us the most degrees of freedom of any joint in the body.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/understanding-key-risk-factors-behind-shoulder-injuries-in-athletes-and-aging-adults/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 03:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/understanding-key-risk-factors-behind-shoulder-injuries-in-athletes-and-aging-adults/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study reveals brain circuit behind apathy in advanced cancer]]></title><description><![CDATA[The fatigue and lack of motivation that many cancer patients experience near the end of life have been seen as the unavoidable consequences of their declining physical health and extreme weight loss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-reveals-brain-circuit-behind-apathy-in-advanced-cancer/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 03:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-reveals-brain-circuit-behind-apathy-in-advanced-cancer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blood test offers insight into Alzheimer's stage and severity]]></title><description><![CDATA[A newly developed blood test for Alzheimer's disease not only aids in the diagnosis of the neurodegenerative condition but also indicates how far it has progressed, according to a study by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and Lund University in Sweden.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/blood-test-offers-insight-into-alzheimers-stage-and-severity/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 18:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/blood-test-offers-insight-into-alzheimers-stage-and-severity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Their physical therapy coverage ran out before they could walk again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mari Villar was slammed by a car that jumped the curb, breaking her legs and collapsing a lung. Amy Paulo was in pain from a femur surgery that wasn't healing properly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/their-physical-therapy-coverage-ran-out-before-they-could-walk-again/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 13:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/their-physical-therapy-coverage-ran-out-before-they-could-walk-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2025 – Spring Info Sessions]]></title><description><![CDATA[The post 2025 &ndash; Spring Info Sessions appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/2025-spring-info-sessions/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 18:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/2025-spring-info-sessions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Targeting brain’s waste removal system may help combat cognitive decline]]></title><description><![CDATA[As aging bodies decline, the brain loses the ability to cleanse itself of waste, a scenario that scientists think could be contributing to neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease, among others.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/targeting-brains-waste-removal-system-may-help-combat-cognitive-decline/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Mar 2025 03:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/targeting-brains-waste-removal-system-may-help-combat-cognitive-decline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Experimental drug shows promise in reducing risk of Alzheimer's-related dementia]]></title><description><![CDATA[An experimental drug appears to reduce the risk of Alzheimer's-related dementia in people destined to develop the disease in their 30s, 40s or 50s, according to the results of a study led by the Knight Family Dominantly Inherited Alzheimer Network-Trials Unit (DIAN-TU), which is based at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/experimental-drug-shows-promise-in-reducing-risk-of-alzheimers-related-dementia/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 02:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/experimental-drug-shows-promise-in-reducing-risk-of-alzheimers-related-dementia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New discovery unravels mystery behind overactive immune responses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Autoimmune diseases, which are estimated to affect more than 15 million people in the U.S., occur when the body responds to immune-system false alarms, and infection-fighting first responders are sent out to attack threats that aren't there.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-discovery-unravels-mystery-behind-overactive-immune-responses/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 02:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-discovery-unravels-mystery-behind-overactive-immune-responses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Portable system detects mild cognitive impairment in older adults]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) can be an early indicator of Alzheimer's disease or dementia, so identifying those with cognitive issues early could lead to interventions and better outcomes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/portable-system-detects-mild-cognitive-impairment-in-older-adults/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 19:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/portable-system-detects-mild-cognitive-impairment-in-older-adults/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hospital gun-violence prevention programs may be caught in US funding crossfire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seven years ago, Erica Green learned through a Facebook post that her brother had been shot.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hospital-gun-violence-prevention-programs-may-be-caught-in-us-funding-crossfire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 17:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hospital-gun-violence-prevention-programs-may-be-caught-in-us-funding-crossfire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sent home to heal, patients avoid wait for rehab home beds]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a patch of ice sent Marc Durocher hurtling to the ground, and doctors at UMass Memorial Medical Center repaired the broken hip that resulted, the 75-year-old electrician found himself at a crossroads.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/sent-home-to-heal-patients-avoid-wait-for-rehab-home-beds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 11:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/sent-home-to-heal-patients-avoid-wait-for-rehab-home-beds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HSS research highlights faster recovery methods after knee surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[At this year's American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS) annual meeting, investigators at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) presented several significant studies, with three focused on new ways to help patients recover faster after total knee arthroplasty (TKA), also known as knee replacement surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hss-research-highlights-faster-recovery-methods-after-knee-surgery/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 18:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hss-research-highlights-faster-recovery-methods-after-knee-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Donna MacIntyre and Dr Roger Francis Cancer Research in Physical Therapy Fund]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are thrilled to announce a transformative gift to the Department of Physical Therapy, generously donated by UBC Associate Professor Emeritus Dr Donna MacIntyre, along with her loving partner of 45 years, Dr Roger Francis, who passed away in October 2023.This generous contribution will establish&nbsp;The Dr Donna MacIntyre and Dr Roger Francis Cancer Research in Physical Therapy Fund, a new fund dedicated to advancing the department&rsquo;s mission and supporting future growth.Over the next si]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-donna-macintyre-and-dr-roger-francis-cancer-research-in-physical-therapy-fund/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-donna-macintyre-and-dr-roger-francis-cancer-research-in-physical-therapy-fund/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Pat Camp Awarded King Charles III Coronation Medal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr. Pat Camp, associate professor, department of physical therapy, for her work in pulmonary rehabilitation for patients with COPD, and tele-rehabilitation in Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities using strategies to promote lung health, exercise, and chronic disease management.<br />
The post Dr Pat Camp Awarded King Charles III Coronation Medal appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-pat-camp-awarded-king-charles-iii-coronation-medal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-pat-camp-awarded-king-charles-iii-coronation-medal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Republicans are eyeing cuts to Medicaid. What’s Medicaid, again?]]></title><description><![CDATA[In January, during a congressional hearing on his way to becoming secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. got basic details wrong about Medicaid &mdash; a program he now oversees.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/republicans-are-eyeing-cuts-to-medicaid-whats-medicaid-again/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 11:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/republicans-are-eyeing-cuts-to-medicaid-whats-medicaid-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study breaks down Alzheimer's treatment effects in clear terms]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the past two years, the Food and Drug Administration has approved two novel Alzheimer's therapies, based on data from clinical trials showing that both drugs slowed the progression of the disease.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-breaks-down-alzheimers-treatment-effects-in-clear-terms/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 17:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-breaks-down-alzheimers-treatment-effects-in-clear-terms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[International Day of Women and Girls in Science]]></title><description><![CDATA[February 11 marks the&nbsp;International Day of Women and Girls in Science, celebrating the vital contributions of women and girls in science and technology.In honour of this day, we want to spotlight some of the incredible and inspiring women in research on our team who are making meaningful contributions to their fields.&nbsp;<br />
The post International Day of Women and Girls in Science appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/international-day-of-women-and-girls-in-science/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 18:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/international-day-of-women-and-girls-in-science/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Makenzie McCallum]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Makenzie McCallum, supervised by Dr Naznin Virji-Babul, for receiving the 2025 Canadian Association for Medical Education (CAME) Rising Star &ndash; Certificate of Excellence Award! This prestigious award recognizes outstanding contributions to research, particularly Makenzie&rsquo;s work on concussion awareness among Indigenous ice hockey players.Makenzie McCallumProgram: MScSupervisor: Dr Naznin Virji-Babul&nbsp;<br />
Tell us about your lab and current research:&nbsp;I am part of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/makenzie-mccallum/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 17:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/makenzie-mccallum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UBC Medicine researchers awarded more than $26M for transformative health research]]></title><description><![CDATA[UBC Faculty of Medicine researchers have been awarded more than $26 million in federal funding to lead critical health research aimed at improving the lives of people across B.C., Canada and the world.<br />
The post UBC Medicine researchers awarded more than $26M for transformative health research appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-medicine-researchers-awarded-more-than-26m-for-transformative-health-research/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 22:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-medicine-researchers-awarded-more-than-26m-for-transformative-health-research/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Higher intensity walking program boosts mobility in stroke survivors]]></title><description><![CDATA[A progressively higher-intensity walking exercise program combined with standard physical therapy significantly improved the quality of life and mobility in stroke survivors, according to a preliminary study to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/higher-intensity-walking-program-boosts-mobility-in-stroke-survivors/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 15:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/higher-intensity-walking-program-boosts-mobility-in-stroke-survivors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Research uncovers how brain activity patterns can predict pain sensitivity]]></title><description><![CDATA[In an international effort, researchers at Western University, the University of Maryland School of Dentistry (UMSOD) and Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) uncovered how specific patterns in brain activity can predict an individual's sensitivity to pain, expanding opportunities for improved pain management strategies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/research-uncovers-how-brain-activity-patterns-can-predict-pain-sensitivity/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 02:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/research-uncovers-how-brain-activity-patterns-can-predict-pain-sensitivity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Muscle strength, cardio linked to 46% drop in cancer death risk, study says – Dr Kristin Campbell Interviewed by Global News]]></title><description><![CDATA[Physical fitness and muscle strength training have been shown to reduce the risk of developing various types of cancer, according to Kristin Campbell, a physical therapist and researcher with the Canadian Cancer Society based in British Columbia&ldquo;That&rsquo;s fairly well established now. But this new study adds to this. We look at physical activity and how much those things are really important after your cancer diagnosis, not just to manage symptoms, but how it might really impact cancer o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/muscle-strength-cardio-linked-to-46-drop-in-cancer-death-risk-study-says-dr-kristin-campbell-interviewed-by-global-news/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 18:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/muscle-strength-cardio-linked-to-46-drop-in-cancer-death-risk-study-says-dr-kristin-campbell-interviewed-by-global-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study shows how the sound affects balance in people with vestibular hypofunction]]></title><description><![CDATA[The vestibular system is a network of organs in the inner ears that detects the motions and position of the head.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-shows-how-the-sound-affects-balance-in-people-with-vestibular-hypofunction/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jan 2025 10:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-shows-how-the-sound-affects-balance-in-people-with-vestibular-hypofunction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University Hospitals introduces endoscopic spine surgery for back pain patients with herniated discs]]></title><description><![CDATA[University Hospitals is now offering endoscopic spine surgery for patients needing treatment for back pain due to herniated discs in their spine.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/university-hospitals-introduces-endoscopic-spine-surgery-for-back-pain-patients-with-herniated-discs/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jan 2025 03:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/university-hospitals-introduces-endoscopic-spine-surgery-for-back-pain-patients-with-herniated-discs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Naznin Virji-Babul appointed Director, Interdisciplinary Research, UBC Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Naznin Virji-Babul has been appointed Director, Interdisciplinary Research in the Office of the Vice-President Health, UBC Health. This appointment will play a role in convening partners, facilitating dialogue, and enabling collaborations that will continue to advance collective goals and objectives while setting a vision for the future of UBC Health.<br />
The post Dr Naznin Virji-Babul appointed Director, Interdisciplinary Research, UBC Health appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-naznin-virji-babul-appointed-director-interdisciplinary-research-ubc-health/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 19:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-naznin-virji-babul-appointed-director-interdisciplinary-research-ubc-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study finds link between impairments in physical function and hospital readmission risk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and College of Medicine's School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (HRS) recently published a study that found a link between impairments in physical function and hospital readmission risk among adults 50 years of age and older.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-finds-link-between-impairments-in-physical-function-and-hospital-readmission-risk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 02:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-finds-link-between-impairments-in-physical-function-and-hospital-readmission-risk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NIH provides $14 million to support human genome research diversification]]></title><description><![CDATA[Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has received two large grants renewing funding for the Human Pangenome Reference Sequencing Project.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nih-provides-14-million-to-support-human-genome-research-diversification/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2025 03:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nih-provides-14-million-to-support-human-genome-research-diversification/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drug in breast cancer trials shows potential for treating blood cancers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two new studies led by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have identified a possible way to block the progression of several forms of blood cancer using a drug already in clinical trials against breast cancer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/drug-in-breast-cancer-trials-shows-potential-for-treating-blood-cancers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/drug-in-breast-cancer-trials-shows-potential-for-treating-blood-cancers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAR-NK cells offer safer, more accessible treatment for lymphoma]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new type of cell-based immunotherapy shows promise for B-cell lymphomas and - due to innovations in manufacturing - could make future cellular immunotherapies less expensive and more accessible to patients.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/car-nk-cells-offer-safer-more-accessible-treatment-for-lymphoma/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 12:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/car-nk-cells-offer-safer-more-accessible-treatment-for-lymphoma/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UBC Vancouver Summer Program 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[The UBC Department of Physical Therapy is participating in the Vancouver Summer Program (VSP) this summer!Join us for 4-weeks this summer and learn about Canadian health and life sciences.We are excited to invite international undergraduate students to join our UBC Faculty of Medicine Vancouver Summer Program focused on medicine, healthy aging, and &ldquo;movement is medicine.&rdquo; This four-week academic program offers international students a unique opportunity to experience Canadian health]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-vancouver-summer-program-2025/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2025 22:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-vancouver-summer-program-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Documentation Deadline]]></title><description><![CDATA[The post Documentation Deadline appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/documentation-deadline/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jan 2025 09:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/documentation-deadline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Somatosensory stimulation biases hand selection in motor tasks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hand choice is an unconscious decision frequently made in daily life, whether it's reaching for an object such as a cup or performing any other task.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/somatosensory-stimulation-biases-hand-selection-in-motor-tasks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/somatosensory-stimulation-biases-hand-selection-in-motor-tasks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early physical therapy can help prevent lingering symptoms after concussion]]></title><description><![CDATA[People who suffer from continued symptoms of concussion should seek a referral to physical therapy as soon as possible, new research from Oregon Health &amp; Science University suggests.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/early-physical-therapy-can-help-prevent-lingering-symptoms-after-concussion/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 03:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/early-physical-therapy-can-help-prevent-lingering-symptoms-after-concussion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Year in Review 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friends and Colleagues,&nbsp;As 2024 comes to a close, the Department of Physical Therapy is winding down our activities for the year and enjoying some well-earned time off, to refresh and renew for the coming year. &#8239;&nbsp;What a year it has been! &#8239;As you read through our many accomplishments of 2024, I think you&rsquo;ll be as impressed as I am by our extraordinary team of faculty, staff and students. What stands out to me:&#8239;collaboration, inspiring ideas, and an unrelenting dr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/year-in-review-2024/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Dec 2024 19:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/year-in-review-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Year in Review 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
Password:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-year-in-review-2024/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Dec 2024 19:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-year-in-review-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MPT Application Deadline]]></title><description><![CDATA[The post MPT Application Deadline appeared first on Department of Physical Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-application-deadline/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2024 23:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-application-deadline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers receive NIH grant to study dementia caused by cerebral small vessel disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have been awarded $7.5 million from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to investigate a form of dementia caused by cerebral small vessel disease, the second-leading cause of dementia after Alzheimer's disease.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-receive-nih-grant-to-study-dementia-caused-by-cerebral-small-vessel-disease/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2024 02:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-receive-nih-grant-to-study-dementia-caused-by-cerebral-small-vessel-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The healing power of exercise after stroke]]></title><description><![CDATA[Together with UBC&rsquo;s Dr. Janice Eng, a professor in the Department of Physical Therapy and Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Neurological Rehabilitation, Dr. Liu-Ambrose ran the world&rsquo;s longest study examining the effect of exercise on cognitive function among people with chronic stroke.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/the-healing-power-of-exercise-after-stroke/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2024 21:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/the-healing-power-of-exercise-after-stroke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New AI method enhances breast cancer risk prediction from mammograms]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis describes an innovative method of analyzing mammograms that significantly improves the accuracy of predicting the risk of breast cancer development over the following five years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-ai-method-enhances-breast-cancer-risk-prediction-from-mammograms/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2024 20:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-ai-method-enhances-breast-cancer-risk-prediction-from-mammograms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How potential Medicaid cuts could play out in California]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 2017, the Republicans who controlled Congress tried mightily to slash federal spending on Medicaid, the government-funded health program covering low-income families and individuals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/how-potential-medicaid-cuts-could-play-out-in-california/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Dec 2024 11:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/how-potential-medicaid-cuts-could-play-out-in-california/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minimally invasive procedure provides relief for knee osteoarthritis sufferers]]></title><description><![CDATA[A minimally invasive procedure provides significant relief from knee pain and may prevent the need for knee replacement surgery in people with osteoarthritis, according to a study being presented this week at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/minimally-invasive-procedure-provides-relief-for-knee-osteoarthritis-sufferers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 18:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/minimally-invasive-procedure-provides-relief-for-knee-osteoarthritis-sufferers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homebound seniors living alone often slip through health system’s cracks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carolyn Dickens, 76, was sitting at her dining room table, struggling to catch her breath as her physician looked on with concern.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/homebound-seniors-living-alone-often-slip-through-health-systems-cracks/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 11:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/homebound-seniors-living-alone-often-slip-through-health-systems-cracks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UBC Medicine researchers bridging evidence and impact with 2024 Health Research BC funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Twenty-eight projects led by Faculty of Medicine researchers have received new funding from Michael Smith Health Research BC through the 2024 Convening &amp; Collaborating (C2) and Reach programs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-medicine-researchers-bridging-evidence-and-impact-with-2024-health-research-bc-funding/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Nov 2024 20:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-medicine-researchers-bridging-evidence-and-impact-with-2024-health-research-bc-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fall Graduation 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the UBC Department of Physical Therapy Class of 2024!A huge congratulations to all our grads who have succeeded in completing the demanding 26 months in the MPT program despite delays and changes caused by the pandemic. We wish them all the very best as they start their exciting new careers!Meet a few of our graduates<br />
Haven Kolb&ldquo;Movement has always been a big part of my life. Whether it&rsquo;s weightlifting, hiking, running, biking, or playing sports, staying active has]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fall-graduation-2024/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2024 19:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fall-graduation-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Electrical stimulation may be essential for healthy tendons, study suggests]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study by researchers at the University of Galway and the University of Limerick suggests that electrical stimulation might be essential for tendons to maintain their health, offering fresh possibilities in tendon repair and regeneration.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/electrical-stimulation-may-be-essential-for-healthy-tendons-study-suggests/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 14:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/electrical-stimulation-may-be-essential-for-healthy-tendons-study-suggests/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study defines three subtypes of Chiari type-1 malformation to guide treatment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Roughly 4% of the population is affected by a congenital brain malformation that has eluded researchers' efforts to find causes and treatments.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-defines-three-subtypes-of-chiari-type-1-malformation-to-guide-treatment/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 07:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-defines-three-subtypes-of-chiari-type-1-malformation-to-guide-treatment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers use cerebrospinal fluid to unlock pathways in Alzheimer's disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[A multitude of genes have been linked to the development of Alzheimer's disease. Specifically how those genes might influence the progression of neurodegeneration remains something of a black box though, in part because of the challenges of examining in molecular detail the brain of a living patient.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-use-cerebrospinal-fluid-to-unlock-pathways-in-alzheimers-disease/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 04:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-use-cerebrospinal-fluid-to-unlock-pathways-in-alzheimers-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New vaccine shows potential in preventing recurrence of triple-negative breast cancer]]></title><description><![CDATA[A small clinical trial shows promising results for patients with triple-negative breast cancer who received an investigational vaccine designed to prevent recurrence of tumors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-vaccine-shows-potential-in-preventing-recurrence-of-triple-negative-breast-cancer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 13:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-vaccine-shows-potential-in-preventing-recurrence-of-triple-negative-breast-cancer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Fall Graduation 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
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What inspired you to pursue the Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) degree at UBC?My journey into the healthcare field has been driven by a deep passion for helping others feel better&mdash;whether by supporting recovery from injuries and conditions or assisting individuals in maintaining their health in the face of chronic illness. My grandparents raised me with the belief that helping others is both a privilege and a responsibility,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/simran-kaur-mpt-graduation-2024/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 22:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/simran-kaur-mpt-graduation-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Simran Kaur – MPT Graduation 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
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What inspired you to pursue the Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) degree at UBC?Growing up, I knew that I always wanted to be in the healthcare industry, but I also loved the exercise and movement side of things, which made pursuing a physical therapy degree an easy choice. Additionally, my personal experience with injury showed me the tremendous impact that a physical therapist can have on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jouen-chang-mpt-graduation-2024/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 19:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jouen-chang-mpt-graduation-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Baneesha Gill – MPT Graduation 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
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What inspired you to pursue the Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) degree at UBC?I love people and I love hospitals so I wanted to find a career that would allow me to have both but also with a work-life balance. Physiotherapy is such a huge field, and it is truly your oyster, you can do community exercise classes, work in a private clinic, teach in a physiotherapy program, visit people in their homes, create programs for seniors, see]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/baneesha-gill-mpt-graduation-2024/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 19:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/baneesha-gill-mpt-graduation-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Haven Kolb – MPT Graduation 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
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What inspired you to pursue the Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) degree at UBC?Both my parents worked in healthcare&mdash;my dad a surgeon and my mom an anesthetist&mdash;and I was inspired by their dedication to helping others, especially in underserved communities. Watching the difference they made sparked my own desire to pursue a career]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/haven-kolb-mpt-graduation-2024/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 18:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/haven-kolb-mpt-graduation-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Older Americans living alone often rely on neighbors or others willing to help]]></title><description><![CDATA[Donald Hammen, 80, and his longtime next-door neighbor in south Minneapolis, Julie McMahon, have an understanding. Every morning, she checks to see whether he's raised the blinds in his dining room window. If not, she'll call Hammen or let herself into his house to see what's going on.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/older-americans-living-alone-often-rely-on-neighbors-or-others-willing-to-help/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 12:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/older-americans-living-alone-often-rely-on-neighbors-or-others-willing-to-help/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A quick return to school and light exercise may help kids recover from concussions]]></title><description><![CDATA[During cheerleading practice in April, Jana Duey's sixth grade daughter, Karter, sustained a concussion when she fell several feet headfirst onto a gym floor mat. Days after, Karter still had a headache, dizziness, and sensitivity to light and noise.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-quick-return-to-school-and-light-exercise-may-help-kids-recover-from-concussions/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 19:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-quick-return-to-school-and-light-exercise-may-help-kids-recover-from-concussions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Virtual yoga program shows promise for chronic low back pain relief]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cleveland Clinic researchers found that a 12-week therapeutic virtual yoga program for chronic low back pain can be a feasible, safe and effective treatment option. The findings are published in JAMA Network Open.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/virtual-yoga-program-shows-promise-for-chronic-low-back-pain-relief/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 19:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/virtual-yoga-program-shows-promise-for-chronic-low-back-pain-relief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3D tumor mapping reveals new insights into cancer biology and treatment]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new analysis led by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has revealed detailed 3D maps of the internal structures of multiple tumor types. These cancer atlases reveal how different tumor cells -; and the cells of a tumor's surrounding environment -; are organized, in 3D, and how that organization changes when a tumor spreads to other organs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/3d-tumor-mapping-reveals-new-insights-into-cancer-biology-and-treatment/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 07:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/3d-tumor-mapping-reveals-new-insights-into-cancer-biology-and-treatment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teaching and Vision presentation for the Assistant Professor of Teaching (Academic)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Department of Physical Therapy at The University of British Columbia (UBC) invites faculty, the clinical community, students, and staff to attend six sessions as part of the recruitment for the Assistant Professor of Teaching (Clinical). Each teaching session will feature a 35-minute presentation by the candidate, followed by a 15-minute Q&amp;A session and each vision session will feature a 20-minute presentation followed by a 15-minute Q&amp;A session. Sessions will be delivered via Zoom a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/teaching-and-vision-presentation-for-the-assistant-professor-of-teaching-academic/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2024 18:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/teaching-and-vision-presentation-for-the-assistant-professor-of-teaching-academic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Teaching and Vision presentation for the Assistant Professor of Teaching (Academic)]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
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But most artificial intelligence-driven technologies built on patient data use only the information provided by physicians, omitting crucial input from nurses and rehabilitation therapists.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/interdisciplinary-project-aims-to-revolutionize-health-care-data-integration/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 16:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/interdisciplinary-project-aims-to-revolutionize-health-care-data-integration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AAP publishes first clinical guideline for opioid use in pediatric care]]></title><description><![CDATA[The American Academy of Pediatrics has published its first clinical guideline for pediatricians on prescribing opioids, including explicit instructions on how and when to prescribe these medications for pain while reducing the long-term risk of addiction.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/aap-publishes-first-clinical-guideline-for-opioid-use-in-pediatric-care/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2024 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/aap-publishes-first-clinical-guideline-for-opioid-use-in-pediatric-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Computational study identifies spinal circuit that modulates stretch reflexes]]></title><description><![CDATA[How did the bodies of animals, including ours, become such fine-tuned movement machines? How vertebrates coordinate the eternal tug-o-war between involuntary reflexes and seamless voluntary movements is a mystery that Francisco Valero-Cuevas' Lab in USC Alfred E. Mann Department of Biomedical Engineering, set out to understand.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/computational-study-identifies-spinal-circuit-that-modulates-stretch-reflexes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Sep 2024 05:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/computational-study-identifies-spinal-circuit-that-modulates-stretch-reflexes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers discover how rare cell type controls scar tissue formation in spinal cord injuries]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a spinal cord injury, nearby cells quickly rush to action, forming protective scar tissue around the damaged area to stabilize and protect it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-discover-how-rare-cell-type-controls-scar-tissue-formation-in-spinal-cord-injuries/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Sep 2024 04:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-discover-how-rare-cell-type-controls-scar-tissue-formation-in-spinal-cord-injuries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study reveals high incidence of orthostatic intolerance in children with long COVID]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study from Kennedy Krieger Institute shows that the majority of children diagnosed with long COVID are likely to experience orthostatic intolerance (OI), a condition that causes the body to struggle with regulating blood pressure and heart rate when standing up.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-reveals-high-incidence-of-orthostatic-intolerance-in-children-with-long-covid/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 04:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-reveals-high-incidence-of-orthostatic-intolerance-in-children-with-long-covid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New discovery reveals how muscles sense mechanical pressure]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study from Ume&aring; University, Sweden, shows that the body's muscles sense mechanical pressure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-discovery-reveals-how-muscles-sense-mechanical-pressure/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2024 20:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-discovery-reveals-how-muscles-sense-mechanical-pressure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More health-profession students will train at new UBC facility in Surrey]]></title><description><![CDATA[A version of this story was originally published on the&nbsp;BC Government&nbsp;website.More people will have the opportunity to train for in-demand careers, such as physical therapists, occupational therapists and midwives, at a new state-of-the-art University of British Columbia (UBC) facility in Surrey.&ldquo;Our Province is focused on training more people for good-paying, in-demand health-care jobs in their communities,&rdquo; said Lisa Beare, Minister of Post-Secondary Education and Future]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/more-health-profession-students-will-train-at-new-ubc-facility-in-surrey/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2024 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/more-health-profession-students-will-train-at-new-ubc-facility-in-surrey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New immunotherapy approach shows promise for minimizing spinal cord injury damage]]></title><description><![CDATA[WashU Medicine researchers have designed, in mice, an approach to minimizing the damage from a spinal cord injury through the use of engineered immune cells.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-immunotherapy-approach-shows-promise-for-minimizing-spinal-cord-injury-damage/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 18:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-immunotherapy-approach-shows-promise-for-minimizing-spinal-cord-injury-damage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jared Smith – Master of Physical Therapy – North]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jared SmithHometown: Valemount, B.C.<br />
Master of Physical Therapy &ndash; North 2nd year student<br />
What inspired you to pursue your program?I was ready for a career change and was dealing with some of my own injuries at the time. A physiotherapist helped change my mindset from thinking that I was broken and going to be living with those injuries forever, to fully believing in my capacity to heal myself.Injury or pain is not only a neurological signal but also the interplay between the biological, p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jared-smith-master-of-physical-therapy-north/</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Aug 2024 00:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jared-smith-master-of-physical-therapy-north/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Back to School 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[At the end of each summer, the UBC Faculty of Medicine welcomes British Columbia&rsquo;s next generation of healthcare professionals and researchers to our campuses across the province.This year, the Faculty also welcomes the&nbsp;largest MD class in its history&nbsp;which includes learners who are musicians and professional athletes, former equestrians and machine operators, and those who have worked in fields such as public health, pharmacology, business and engineering.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/back-to-school-2024/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Aug 2024 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/back-to-school-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strength training triggers key mechanisms for cellular waste clearance]]></title><description><![CDATA[The elimination of damaged cell components is essential for the maintenance of the body's tissues and organs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/strength-training-triggers-key-mechanisms-for-cellular-waste-clearance/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Aug 2024 04:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/strength-training-triggers-key-mechanisms-for-cellular-waste-clearance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New NIH grant supports study on fear of falling in multiple sclerosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taylor Takla, a Ph.D. candidate in the translational neuroscience program in Wayne State University's School of Medicine, recently received a two-year, $96,812 F31 grant from the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development of the National Institutes of Health to study fear of falling in those with multiple sclerosis (MS).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-nih-grant-supports-study-on-fear-of-falling-in-multiple-sclerosis/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Aug 2024 04:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-nih-grant-supports-study-on-fear-of-falling-in-multiple-sclerosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Discovery of Tr1 cells as a barrier to cancer immunotherapy offers new hope for treatment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Immunobiologists Robert Schreiber, PhD, (left) and Hussein Sultan, PhD, of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, found that a subset of immune cells that normally puts the brakes on the immune system to prevent it from attacking the body's healthy cells inadvertently also dampens cancer immunotherapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/discovery-of-tr1-cells-as-a-barrier-to-cancer-immunotherapy-offers-new-hope-for-treatment/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Aug 2024 18:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/discovery-of-tr1-cells-as-a-barrier-to-cancer-immunotherapy-offers-new-hope-for-treatment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Menopause myths: Separating fact from fiction]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many women approach menopause with anxiety about the future. You've probably heard your grandmother, mother, or aunts lament about menopause, aka "the change," as a stressful time full of hot flashes, weight gain, and plummeting sex drive.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/menopause-myths-separating-fact-from-fiction/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Aug 2024 06:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/menopause-myths-separating-fact-from-fiction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study reveals high rate of head injuries and mental health issues in law enforcement officers]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study is the first to shed light on the high prevalence of head injuries, and related mental health symptoms, in a previously overlooked population when it comes to concussion surveillance: law enforcement officers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-reveals-high-rate-of-head-injuries-and-mental-health-issues-in-law-enforcement-officers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Aug 2024 19:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-reveals-high-rate-of-head-injuries-and-mental-health-issues-in-law-enforcement-officers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study explores interplay between bone, adrenal glands, and aging]]></title><description><![CDATA[Figuring out how the tissues in our bones, adrenal glands, muscle and fat "talk" to each other could help scientists better understand what happens to our skeletons with age, when our bones tend to lose mass and become weaker, leaving us at risk for falls and fractures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-explores-interplay-between-bone-adrenal-glands-and-aging/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Aug 2024 08:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-explores-interplay-between-bone-adrenal-glands-and-aging/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UBC MPT Admissions &amp; Experiences Survey 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[The University of British Columbia (UBC) Department of Physical Therapy invites you to participate in a survey or focus group that will help us improve our outreach, recruitment, admissions, and program experiences within the UBC Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) program.This survey is intended only for prospective MPT students, current MPT students, and MPT alumni. Do not continue if you are not in one of these groups.Survey Ends August 18, 11:59 pm<br />
Participate Here<br />
WHO IS CONDUCTING THE PROJECT]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-mpt-admissions-amp-experiences-survey-2024/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jul 2024 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-mpt-admissions-amp-experiences-survey-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: UBC MPT Admissions &amp; Experiences Survey 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
Password:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-ubc-mpt-admissions-amp-experiences-survey-2024/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jul 2024 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-ubc-mpt-admissions-amp-experiences-survey-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Studies aim to identify adolescent girls who are at risk of developing migraine headaches]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#8203;A migraine is not just a bad headache. It is a much-dreaded part of a neurologic disorder that has an array of possible symptoms, including pulsating cranial pain, waves of queasiness, bouts of vomiting, and hypersensitivity to light and sound.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/studies-aim-to-identify-adolescent-girls-who-are-at-risk-of-developing-migraine-headaches/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jul 2024 21:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/studies-aim-to-identify-adolescent-girls-who-are-at-risk-of-developing-migraine-headaches/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study finds limited evidence for massage therapy's effectiveness in pain relief]]></title><description><![CDATA[A study in JAMA Network Open reviews evidence on massage therapy's effectiveness in relieving pain, finding moderate certainty for some conditions but overall low certainty for most.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-finds-limited-evidence-for-massage-therapys-effectiveness-in-pain-relief/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jul 2024 03:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-finds-limited-evidence-for-massage-therapys-effectiveness-in-pain-relief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Indigenous MPT student awarded Indigenous Graduate Fellowship]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
Password:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-indigenous-mpt-student-awarded-indigenous-graduate-fellowship/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jul 2024 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-indigenous-mpt-student-awarded-indigenous-graduate-fellowship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Incoming Indigenous MPT student awarded Indigenous Graduate Fellowship]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
Password:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-incoming-indigenous-mpt-student-awarded-indigenous-graduate-fellowship/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jul 2024 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-incoming-indigenous-mpt-student-awarded-indigenous-graduate-fellowship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indigenous MPT student awarded Indigenous Graduate Fellowship]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are thrilled to announce Maddi Bulloch, an Indigenous student in the&nbsp;Master of Physical Therapy Program, is a recipient of the prestigious&nbsp;Indigenous Graduate Fellowship&nbsp;(IGF).<br />
The IGF, awarded based on academic merit, is part of an annual competition managed by the UBC Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.<br />
Maddi BullochMPT Candidate 2025I was born and raised in Treaty 7 territory in Calgary, Alberta. I am of Saulteaux/Cree and Scottish descent on my father&rsquo;s side]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/indigenous-mpt-student-awarded-indigenous-graduate-fellowship/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jul 2024 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/indigenous-mpt-student-awarded-indigenous-graduate-fellowship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr. Joseph Anthony reappointed as Associate Dean, Health Professions]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are pleased to announce the reappointment of Dr. Joseph Anthony as Associate Dean, Health Professions, effective to June 30, 2029.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-joseph-anthony-reappointed-as-associate-dean-health-professions/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-joseph-anthony-reappointed-as-associate-dean-health-professions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study reveals how inflammation weakens muscles during illness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Infections and neurodegenerative diseases cause inflammation in the brain. But for unknown reasons, patients with brain inflammation often develop muscle problems that seem to be independent of the central nervous system. Now, researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have revealed how brain inflammation releases a specific protein that travels from the brain to the muscles and causes a loss of muscle function.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-reveals-how-inflammation-weakens-muscles-during-illness/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jul 2024 13:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-reveals-how-inflammation-weakens-muscles-during-illness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to find a good, well-staffed nursing home]]></title><description><![CDATA[Few people want to go into a nursing home, but doing so can be the right choice if you or a loved one is physically or cognitively disabled or recovering from surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/how-to-find-a-good-well-staffed-nursing-home/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jul 2024 14:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/how-to-find-a-good-well-staffed-nursing-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘A bottomless pit’: How out-of-pocket TMJ costs drive patients into debt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over three decades of relentless pain, Jonna Tallant has tried about every TMJ treatment: mouthguards, six sets of braces, dental crowns and appliances, drugs, physical therapy, Botox, massage, acupuncture, chiropractic care, and surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-bottomless-pit-how-out-of-pocket-tmj-costs-drive-patients-into-debt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jul 2024 19:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-bottomless-pit-how-out-of-pocket-tmj-costs-drive-patients-into-debt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study finds increased risk of lumbar spinal fusion failure in diabetic patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study from orthopedic researchers at The University of Toledo has found lumbar spinal fusion procedures are far more likely to fail in individuals with diabetes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-finds-increased-risk-of-lumbar-spinal-fusion-failure-in-diabetic-patients/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jul 2024 00:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-finds-increased-risk-of-lumbar-spinal-fusion-failure-in-diabetic-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Alison Hoens Marks 25 Years of Excellence at UBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
Password:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-alison-hoens-marks-25-years-of-excellence-at-ubc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jul 2024 17:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-alison-hoens-marks-25-years-of-excellence-at-ubc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New techniques revolutionize muscle strength assessment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Understanding individual muscle strength is crucial for optimizing physical therapy and enhancing athletic performance. Traditional methods, however, often fall short in precision. The newly introduced technique by Zuming Xiao and colleagues from the Beijing Institute of Technology and Shenyang Sport University bridges this gap by integrating direct muscle strength measurements with dynamic simulations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-techniques-revolutionize-muscle-strength-assessment/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Jun 2024 06:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-techniques-revolutionize-muscle-strength-assessment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Jackie Whittaker Receives a Faculty of Medicine Distinguished Achievement Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr. Jackie Whittaker has received a 2024 Faculty of Medicine Distinguished Achievement Award for Overall Excellence &ndash; Mid-Career for her significant contributions and innovative research to the field of musculoskeletal rehabilitation and osteoarthritis prevention.This award acknowledges her exemplary performance and significant contributions at this pivotal stage in her career. Dr. Whittaker&rsquo;s innovative research in osteoarthritis prevention and leadership of the international OPTIK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-jackie-whittaker-receives-a-faculty-of-medicine-distinguished-achievement-award/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Jun 2024 20:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-jackie-whittaker-receives-a-faculty-of-medicine-distinguished-achievement-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Improving stroke survivor health outcomes through home safety interventions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have found that safety interventions - such as walkers, grab bars, ramps and other home modifications - allow many stroke survivors to keep living independently in their homes and may reduce their risk of death.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/improving-stroke-survivor-health-outcomes-through-home-safety-interventions/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2024 19:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/improving-stroke-survivor-health-outcomes-through-home-safety-interventions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New therapeutic approach for Duchenne muscular dystrophy combines LED therapy with idebenone]]></title><description><![CDATA[In an animal model of Duchenne muscular dystrophy, Brazilian researchers tested a therapy that combines photobiomodulation using laser light or light-emitting diodes (LEDs) with idebenone, an antioxidant compound investigated for application in neurodegenerative diseases.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-therapeutic-approach-for-duchenne-muscular-dystrophy-combines-led-therapy-with-idebenone/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Jun 2024 17:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-therapeutic-approach-for-duchenne-muscular-dystrophy-combines-led-therapy-with-idebenone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New psychotherapy shows promise in reducing chronic pain for older veterans]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study led by UCLA Health and the U.S. Veterans Affairs Office found chronic pain among older adults could be significantly reduced through a newly developed psychotherapy that works by confronting past trauma and stress-related emotions that can exacerbate pain symptoms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-psychotherapy-shows-promise-in-reducing-chronic-pain-for-older-veterans/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Jun 2024 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-psychotherapy-shows-promise-in-reducing-chronic-pain-for-older-veterans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Research and Teaching Presentation for Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Neuromodulation in Spinal Cord Rehabilitation Assistant Professor, tenure-track]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Department of Physical Therapy at The University of British Columbia (UBC) invites faculty, the clinical community, students, and staff to attend six sessions as part of the recruitment for the Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Neuromodulation in Spinal Cord Rehabilitation Assistant Professor, tenure-track position. Each session will feature a 30-minute presentation by the candidate, followed by a 15-minute Q&amp;A session. Sessions will be delivered both in-person and via Zoom.&nbsp;Registrat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/research-and-teaching-presentation-for-tier-2-canada-research-chair-in-neuromodulation-in-spinal-cord-rehabilitation-assistant-professor-tenure-track/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Jun 2024 21:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/research-and-teaching-presentation-for-tier-2-canada-research-chair-in-neuromodulation-in-spinal-cord-rehabilitation-assistant-professor-tenure-track/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robert Busch – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;&nbsp;Robert BuschRegistered Physical TherapistWhere do you work?&nbsp;&nbsp;Musqueam First Nation, WSANEC First NationsWhat is the most rewarding part of your job?Being able to partner with and work with local First Nations bands to provide Physiotherapy to these communities.Why does physiotherapy matter?Physical therapists can be very effective in helping with injury rehabilitation and prevention. With some of the elders that I see, physiotherapy can work wonders for st]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/robert-busch-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 May 2024 01:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/robert-busch-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPLIT program: Stratified care for enhanced outcomes in low back pain management]]></title><description><![CDATA[Low back pain, or LBP, challenges health systems worldwide. To mitigate persistent disabling LBP, the implementation of a stratified approach in primary care has been suggested.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/split-program-stratified-care-for-enhanced-outcomes-in-low-back-pain-management/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 May 2024 05:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/split-program-stratified-care-for-enhanced-outcomes-in-low-back-pain-management/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recruitment for the position of Assistant Professor – Cardiovascular Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Department of Physical Therapy at The University of British Columbia (UBC), in collaboration with the Centre for Heart Lung Innovation (HLI) &nbsp;and Division of Cardiology, invites faculty, the clinical community, students, and staff to attend six sessions as part of the recruitment for the Assistant Professor of Cardiovascular Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation (tenure track) position. Each session will feature a 30-minute presentation by the candidate, followed by a 15-minute Q&amp;A]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/recruitment-for-the-position-of-assistant-professor-cardiovascular-exercise-physiology-and-rehabilitation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2024 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/recruitment-for-the-position-of-assistant-professor-cardiovascular-exercise-physiology-and-rehabilitation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Recruitment for the position of Assistant Professor – Cardiovascular Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
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North program at UNBC is bringing together youth and other key partners to develop interventions for youth physical activity engagement across northern B.C.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/facilitating-rural-and-northern-youth-to-engage-in-regular-physical-activity/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2024 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/facilitating-rural-and-northern-youth-to-engage-in-regular-physical-activity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[They were shot at the super bowl parade — and might have bullets in their bodies forever]]></title><description><![CDATA[James Lemons, 39, wants the bullet removed from his thigh so he can go back to work.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/they-were-shot-at-the-super-bowl-parade-and-might-have-bullets-in-their-bodies-forever/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2024 12:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/they-were-shot-at-the-super-bowl-parade-and-might-have-bullets-in-their-bodies-forever/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Washington University expands STI testing and treatment services in St. Louis County]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a bid to improve sexual health and reduce health disparities in the St. Louis area, Washington University infectious diseases physicians are expanding testing and treatment services for sexually transmitted infections in north St. Louis County.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/washington-university-expands-sti-testing-and-treatment-services-in-st-louis-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2024 05:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/washington-university-expands-sti-testing-and-treatment-services-in-st-louis-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Physiotherapy Month – 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[In honour of National Physiotherapy Month, meet some of the outstanding physical therapists throughout British Columbia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/national-physiotherapy-month-2024/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 22:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/national-physiotherapy-month-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Keck Medicine of USC expands to Las Vegas for transplant care]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 660 Nevadans need an organ transplant, according to Nevada Organ Network, a federally designated organ procurement organization; but many currently struggle to access care because of limited transplant services available in Nevada.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/keck-medicine-of-usc-expands-to-las-vegas-for-transplant-care/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Apr 2024 03:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/keck-medicine-of-usc-expands-to-las-vegas-for-transplant-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study reveals financial impact of cancer diagnosis on working-age adults in the U.S.]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study led by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS) highlights the lasting financial impact of a cancer diagnosis for many working-age adults and their families in the United States.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-reveals-financial-impact-of-cancer-diagnosis-on-working-age-adults-in-the-us/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2024 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-reveals-financial-impact-of-cancer-diagnosis-on-working-age-adults-in-the-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Keri Thibodeau – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;&nbsp;Keri ThibodeauRegistered Physical TherapistWhere do you work?&nbsp;&nbsp;Comox Valley Hospital, Solid Ground Neuro Physio (Courtenay, BC)What is the most rewarding part of your job?I love getting to know what makes life meaningful for clients and helping them get back to doing what they love. I also really enjoy that I am constantly learning from the clients, colleagues, and students I work with.Why does physiotherapy matter?Physiotherapists are in a privileged posi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/keri-thibodeau-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2024 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/keri-thibodeau-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers receive NIH grant to help develop gene therapy for HIV]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have received a $6.2 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to develop a gene therapy that would modify the immune system's B cells to spur them to produce broadly neutralizing antibodies against HIV.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-receive-nih-grant-to-help-develop-gene-therapy-for-hiv/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 23:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-receive-nih-grant-to-help-develop-gene-therapy-for-hiv/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MPT Student Lynda Li Received UBC StEAR Funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;&nbsp;Lynda Li &ndash; MPT StudentCongratulations to MPT Student Lynda Li for receiving a UBC Strategic Equity &amp; Anti-Racism (StEAR) Enhancement Fund for their organization Volentia Research Translation. Volentia equips UBC-affiliated research investigators and graduate students with free language translation services to enhance the diversity of research populations.<br />
What inspired you to create Volentia?I was inspired to create Volentia Healthcare Translation by my mo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-student-lynda-li-received-ubc-stear-funding/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 21:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-student-lynda-li-received-ubc-stear-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Online video therapy comparable to in-person visits after thumb CMC arthroplasty]]></title><description><![CDATA[For patients undergoing carpometacarpal (CMC) joint surgery for treatment of thumb osteoarthritis, the use of online video instruction for postoperative hand therapy is associated with outcomes similar to in-person therapy visits &ndash; while substantially reducing travel time and distance, reports a clinical trial in The Journal of Bone &amp; Joint Surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/online-video-therapy-comparable-to-in-person-visits-after-thumb-cmc-arthroplasty/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2024 20:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/online-video-therapy-comparable-to-in-person-visits-after-thumb-cmc-arthroplasty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Jordana Anderson – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
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Password:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-karen-tugwell-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2024 22:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-karen-tugwell-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Karen Tugwell – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;&nbsp;Karen TugwellResearch, Education and Practice Coordinator for PhysiotherapyWhere do you work?&nbsp;&nbsp;Providence Health Care (North Vancouver, BC)What is the most rewarding part of your job?Working in a collaborative, supportive environment where Physiotherapists learn from, and mentor other Physiotherapists.Why does physiotherapy matter?Physiotherapists are in a position to provide both a comprehensive assessment and treatment while also having the time to help]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/karen-tugwell-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2024 22:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/karen-tugwell-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Gayatri Pawar – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
Password:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-gayatri-pawar-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2024 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-gayatri-pawar-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gayatri Pawar – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;&nbsp;Gayatri PawarRegistered Physical TherapistWhere do you work?&nbsp;&nbsp;Kelowna General Hospital (Kelowna, BC) | Interior HealthI humbly acknowledge my presence on the traditional, ancestral and unceded land of the Sylix people who have resided here since time immemorial. I recognize, honour and respect the Sylix lands upon which we live, work and play.&nbsp;What is the most rewarding part of your job?The smiles on clients faces when they are able to accomplish a ta]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/gayatri-pawar-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2024 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/gayatri-pawar-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stem cell therapy safe and potentially beneficial for spinal cord injury patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Mayo Clinic study shows stem cells derived from patients' own fat are safe and may improve sensation and movement after traumatic spinal cord injuries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/stem-cell-therapy-safe-and-potentially-beneficial-for-spinal-cord-injury-patients/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2024 20:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/stem-cell-therapy-safe-and-potentially-beneficial-for-spinal-cord-injury-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Polypills prove effective in reducing cardiovascular disease and mortality]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study from researchers at Washington University Medical School in St. Louis bolsters previous findings that polypills are beneficial in preventing heart attacks and strokes and reducing deaths among people with cardiovascular risk factors, including high blood pressure and high cholesterol.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/polypills-prove-effective-in-reducing-cardiovascular-disease-and-mortality/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Mar 2024 15:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/polypills-prove-effective-in-reducing-cardiovascular-disease-and-mortality/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Research highlights low health literacy among one-third of people with moderate to severe TBI]]></title><description><![CDATA[Low health literacy is a problem for a substantial proportion of people with moderate to severe traumatic brain injury (TBI), according to research published in The Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation (JHTR).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/research-highlights-low-health-literacy-among-one-third-of-people-with-moderate-to-severe-tbi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Mar 2024 15:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/research-highlights-low-health-literacy-among-one-third-of-people-with-moderate-to-severe-tbi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bridging the gap in stroke care with virtual rehabilitation]]></title><description><![CDATA[A stroke often impacts a person's ability to move their lower body from the hips down to the feet.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/bridging-the-gap-in-stroke-care-with-virtual-rehabilitation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Mar 2024 04:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/bridging-the-gap-in-stroke-care-with-virtual-rehabilitation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Priya Raval – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
Password:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-priya-raval-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2024 17:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-priya-raval-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Priya Raval – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;&nbsp;Priya RavalRegistered Physical Therapist, Pelvic PhysiotherapistWhere do you work?&nbsp;&nbsp;Northern Health (Prince George, BC)University Hospital of Northern British Columbia (UHNBC) | Northern HealthWhat is the most rewarding part of your job?The most rewarding part of my job is that I get to help people, improve their lives by assisting them to reduce their pain or return to their activities; I use the skills I have gained while training as a physiotherapist. I]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/priya-raval-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2024 17:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/priya-raval-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[After Appalachian hospitals merged into a monopoly, their ERs slowed to a crawl]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the small Appalachian city of Bristol, Virginia, City Council member Neal Osborne left a meeting on the morning of Jan. 3 and rushed himself to the hospital.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/after-appalachian-hospitals-merged-into-a-monopoly-their-ers-slowed-to-a-crawl/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Mar 2024 12:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/after-appalachian-hospitals-merged-into-a-monopoly-their-ers-slowed-to-a-crawl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Teresa Liu-Ambrose was Awarded a Killam Faculty Research Prize]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Teresa Liu-Ambrose is a recipient of the 2023 UBC Killam Research Prize in the Medicine Established Category. The UBC Killam Research Prize recognizes the research excellence and scholarly achievements of faculty from across all disciplines, ranging from the applied sciences and medicine to the social sciences and humanities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-teresa-liu-ambrose-was-awarded-a-killam-faculty-research-prize/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 21:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-teresa-liu-ambrose-was-awarded-a-killam-faculty-research-prize/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SMART Labs Received over $5 million in funding from CFI Innovation fund]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Dr Janice Eng whose SMART Labs project received over $5 million in funding including over 2.1 million from the CFI Innovation fund, with the remainder of funding from the provincial BCKDF fund and matching contributions. SMART Labs will develop innovative, evidence-based treatments that are guided by measurable&nbsp;biomarkers, and use activities simulating real-world function through advanced technologies. These lab facilities will be located at the Centre for Aging SMART at]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/smart-labs-received-over-5-million-in-funding-from-cfi-innovation-fund/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 17:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/smart-labs-received-over-5-million-in-funding-from-cfi-innovation-fund/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concerns grow over quality of care as investor groups buy not-for-profit nursing homes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shelly Olson's mother, who has dementia, has lived at the Scandia Village nursing home in rural Sister Bay, Wisconsin, for almost five years. At first, Olson said, her mother received great care at the facility, then owned by a not-for-profit organization, the Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/concerns-grow-over-quality-of-care-as-investor-groups-buy-not-for-profit-nursing-homes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2024 11:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/concerns-grow-over-quality-of-care-as-investor-groups-buy-not-for-profit-nursing-homes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rethinking recovery timelines for robotic lung surgery patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Are surgeons giving patients unrealistic expectations about recovery after robotic lung surgery? That's what CU Department of Surgery faculty member Robert Meguid, M.D., MPH, and surgery resident Adam Dyas, M.D., set out to discover after realizing the guidance they were offering patients might be based on outdated or anecdotal information.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/rethinking-recovery-timelines-for-robotic-lung-surgery-patients/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2024 03:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/rethinking-recovery-timelines-for-robotic-lung-surgery-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shona McLaren]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shona McLaren,&nbsp;BSc, MSc, PTAssistant Professor of TeachingMPT- Victoria Clinical Education LeadContact<br />
shona.mclaren@ubc.ca<br />
Teaching<br />
TeachingOpenClose<br />
Involved with components of the clinical education courses in the MPT curriculum (PHTH 534, 554, 574), teaching professional practice courses (PHTH 516, 546, and 566) and coordinating the interprofessional collaborative practice course (PHTH 576). Over the next year, will be taking over as Professionalism stream coordinator.Other Teaching &a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/shona-mclaren/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2024 18:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/shona-mclaren/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI method can predict brain metastasis in lung cancer patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Physicians treating patients with early-stage lung cancer face a conundrum: choosing potentially helpful yet toxic therapies such as chemotherapy, radiation or immunotherapy to knock out the cancer and lessen the risk of it spreading to the brain, or waiting to see if lung surgery alone proves sufficient.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ai-method-can-predict-brain-metastasis-in-lung-cancer-patients/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2024 22:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ai-method-can-predict-brain-metastasis-in-lung-cancer-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Injectable hydrogel can mitigate right ventricular heart failure]]></title><description><![CDATA[An injectable hydrogel can mitigate damage to the right ventricle of the heart with chronic pressure overload, according to a new study published March 6 in Journal of the American College of Cardiology: Basic to Translational Science.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/injectable-hydrogel-can-mitigate-right-ventricular-heart-failure/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2024 22:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/injectable-hydrogel-can-mitigate-right-ventricular-heart-failure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call for Proposals for Projects Facilitated by the BC Physical Therapy Knowledge Brokers]]></title><description><![CDATA[IntentThe document outlines the process for the submission and selection of projects facilitated by the Physical Therapy Knowledge Brokers (PT KBs).BackgroundThe PT KB position is jointly funded, by the Department of Physical Therapy at The University of British Columbia, the Physiotherapy Association of British Columbia and Arthritis Research Canada. The position is shared by Alison Hoens and Jason Craig.Approximately every 2nd year, a call for proposals is announced welcoming submissions for n]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/call-for-proposals-for-projects-facilitated-by-the-bc-physical-therapy-knowledge-brokers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2024 22:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/call-for-proposals-for-projects-facilitated-by-the-bc-physical-therapy-knowledge-brokers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call for Proposals for Projects Facilitated by the BC Physical Therapy Co-Knowledge Brokers]]></title><description><![CDATA[IntentThe document outlines the process for the submission and selection of projects facilitated by the Physical Therapy Knowledge Brokers (PT KBs).BackgroundThe PT KB position is jointly funded, by the Department of Physical Therapy at The University of British Columbia, the Physiotherapy Association of British Columbia and Arthritis Research Canada. The position is shared by Alison Hoens and Jason Craig.Approximately every 2nd year, a call for proposals is announced welcoming submissions for n]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/call-for-proposals-for-projects-facilitated-by-the-bc-physical-therapy-co-knowledge-brokers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2024 22:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/call-for-proposals-for-projects-facilitated-by-the-bc-physical-therapy-co-knowledge-brokers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Pediatric Student-Led Clinic – Children’s Healthcare Canada podcast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kiersten McMaster, Pediatric Student-Run Clinic Physiotherapist, discussed the collaborative initiative between&nbsp;BC Centre for Ability&nbsp;and UBC on the Children&rsquo;s Healthcare Canada podcast. Together with Dr Katherine Smart, they discussed this clinical model, its impact on children&rsquo;s access to healthcare, health outcomes for children and families, and HHR; as well as the potential for its spread and scale to contribute to right-sizing health systems for children. Listen to the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-pediatric-student-led-clinic-childrens-healthcare-canada-podcast/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2024 17:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-pediatric-student-led-clinic-childrens-healthcare-canada-podcast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Teresa Liu-Ambrose was Interviewed by CBC Radio]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Teresa Liu-Ambrose spoke to CBC Radio to emphasize the importance of physical activity in maintaining brain health. &ldquo;The brain loses mass as we age making it harder to remember certain memories&rdquo;.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-teresa-liu-ambrose-was-interviewed-by-cbc-radio/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Feb 2024 17:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-teresa-liu-ambrose-was-interviewed-by-cbc-radio/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brain waves drive waste removal during sleep, study finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[There lies a paradox in sleep. Its apparent tranquility juxtaposes with the brain's bustling activity. The night is still, but the brain is far from dormant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/brain-waves-drive-waste-removal-during-sleep-study-finds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Feb 2024 21:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/brain-waves-drive-waste-removal-during-sleep-study-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Judit Spence – Clinical Associate Professor Emeritus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Judit Spence for receiving Emeritus status at the rank of Clinical Associate Professor.Ms. Spence proved herself an excellent teacher and has been in the position of Clinical Associate Professor since 2012. She has contributed heavily to pediatric physiotherapy education, as well as supervising UBC PT students for 11 years. She also has provided Clinical Practice lectures in RSPT 544 to<br />
MPT students with a specialty in pediatrics and individuals with disabilities.As well as he]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/judit-spence-clinical-associate-professor-emeritus/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Feb 2024 18:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/judit-spence-clinical-associate-professor-emeritus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding and addressing neurodevelopmental challenges in congenital heart disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than a decade of new knowledge about neurodevelopmental risk in people with congenital heart disease has changed the thinking about who is most at risk and the factors that impact neurological development, learning, emotions and behaviors, according to a new American Heart Association scientific statement published today in the Association's flagship, peer-reviewed journal Circulation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/understanding-and-addressing-neurodevelopmental-challenges-in-congenital-heart-disease/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Feb 2024 02:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/understanding-and-addressing-neurodevelopmental-challenges-in-congenital-heart-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Simple blood test to detect Alzheimer's disease may replace more invasive diagnostic methods]]></title><description><![CDATA[A simple blood test to diagnose Alzheimer's disease soon may replace more invasive and expensive screening methods such as spinal taps and brain scans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/simple-blood-test-to-detect-alzheimers-disease-may-replace-more-invasive-diagnostic-methods/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Feb 2024 12:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/simple-blood-test-to-detect-alzheimers-disease-may-replace-more-invasive-diagnostic-methods/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NYU Langone Health receives $75 million gift to establish Julia Koch Family Ambulatory Care Center in Florida]]></title><description><![CDATA[NYU Langone Health today announced plans to open the Julia Koch Family Ambulatory Care Center in West Palm Beach, Florida, in 2026, made possible by a $75 million gift by the Julia Koch Family Foundation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nyu-langone-health-receives-75-million-gift-to-establish-julia-koch-family-ambulatory-care-center-in-florida/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Feb 2024 16:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nyu-langone-health-receives-75-million-gift-to-establish-julia-koch-family-ambulatory-care-center-in-florida/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pioneering cell-based treatment for melanoma offered at Siteman Cancer Center]]></title><description><![CDATA[Siteman Cancer Center, based at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, is one of the first centers nationwide to offer a newly approved cell-based immunotherapy that targets melanoma.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pioneering-cell-based-treatment-for-melanoma-offered-at-siteman-cancer-center/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Feb 2024 05:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pioneering-cell-based-treatment-for-melanoma-offered-at-siteman-cancer-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unlocking the brain's decision-making secrets for future insights]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have found important clues to how people make choices involving obtaining information about the future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/unlocking-the-brains-decision-making-secrets-for-future-insights/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Feb 2024 03:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/unlocking-the-brains-decision-making-secrets-for-future-insights/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gabriele Yoneda – Clinical Associate Professor Emeritus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Gabriele Yoneda for receiving Emeritus status at the rank of Clinical Associate Professor.Gabriele has made significant teaching and service contributions to the Department for 25 years and has been in the position of Clinical Associate Professor for 10 years. She has contributed to the education and supervision of UBC physical therapy students consistently for 39 years and has provided clinical decision-making lectures to MPT students with a specialty in Administration and Le]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/gabriele-yoneda-clinical-associate-professor-emeritus/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Feb 2024 18:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/gabriele-yoneda-clinical-associate-professor-emeritus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nerve stimulation plus physical rehabilitation may boost recovery of arm and hand function]]></title><description><![CDATA[Combining brain stimulation with intense physical rehabilitation helped stroke survivors recover movement in their arms and hands and maintain these improvements for one year, according to a study to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nerve-stimulation-plus-physical-rehabilitation-may-boost-recovery-of-arm-and-hand-function/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Feb 2024 18:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nerve-stimulation-plus-physical-rehabilitation-may-boost-recovery-of-arm-and-hand-function/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How exercise can boost cancer treatment and recovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr. Kristin Campbell shares how exercise can help in the fight against cancer&mdash;and how people can get involved in their research.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/how-exercise-can-boost-cancer-treatment-and-recovery/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jan 2024 17:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/how-exercise-can-boost-cancer-treatment-and-recovery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Estrogen-positive tumors drive rising breast cancer rates in young women]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to a study led by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, diagnoses of breast cancer have increased steadily in women under age 50 over the past two decades, with steeper increases in more recent years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/estrogen-positive-tumors-drive-rising-breast-cancer-rates-in-young-women/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jan 2024 21:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/estrogen-positive-tumors-drive-rising-breast-cancer-rates-in-young-women/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Washington University School of Medicine joins collaboration to improve pediatric heart disease care]]></title><description><![CDATA[Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has joined the Pediatric Heart Network, a multicenter collaboration of leading hospitals and research institutions that works to improve care for pediatric heart disease patients.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/washington-university-school-of-medicine-joins-collaboration-to-improve-pediatric-heart-disease-care/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2024 05:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/washington-university-school-of-medicine-joins-collaboration-to-improve-pediatric-heart-disease-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In this Oklahoma town, most everyone knows someone who’s been sued by the hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[It took little more than an hour for Deborah Hackler to dispense with the tall stack of debt collection lawsuits that McAlester Regional Medical Center recently brought to small-claims court in this Oklahoma farm community.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/in-this-oklahoma-town-most-everyone-knows-someone-whos-been-sued-by-the-hospital/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jan 2024 13:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/in-this-oklahoma-town-most-everyone-knows-someone-whos-been-sued-by-the-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Jackie Whittaker Receives Arthritis Society Canada Funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Dr Jackie Whittaker&rsquo;s team for securing a 3-year Arthritis Society Canada Strategic Operating Grant.Arthritis Society Canada announced the recipients of the 6th annual Stars Career Development Awards and 12th annual Strategic Operating Grants. This year&rsquo;s group of 10 recipients from across the nation are leading cutting-edge research, including using AI to design tailored blood tests, studying genetic pre-determinants that increase arthritis risk, and understanding]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-jackie-whittaker-receives-arthritis-society-canada-funding/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2024 17:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-jackie-whittaker-receives-arthritis-society-canada-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Smart glove’ can boost hand mobility of stroke patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[This month, a group of stroke survivors in B.C. will test a new technology designed to aid their recovery, and ultimately restore the use of their limbs and hands.Participants will wear a new groundbreaking &ldquo;smart glove&rdquo; capable of tracking their hand and finger movements during rehabilitation exercises supervised by Dr. Janice Eng, a leading stroke rehabilitation specialist and professor of medicine at UBC.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/smart-glove-can-boost-hand-mobility-of-stroke-patients/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2024 17:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/smart-glove-can-boost-hand-mobility-of-stroke-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Binghamton University develops app to help study and prevent falls in older adults]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Binghamton University, State University of New York's Motion Analysis Research Laboratory have developed an app to help study and prevent falls in older adults.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/binghamton-university-develops-app-to-help-study-and-prevent-falls-in-older-adults/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2024 08:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/binghamton-university-develops-app-to-help-study-and-prevent-falls-in-older-adults/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Widespread pain makes exercise a challenge for some patients with multiple sclerosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[For patients with multiple sclerosis, a regular exercise routine is important for managing symptoms. Due to different causes of chronic pain though, physical exercise can be more difficult for some.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/widespread-pain-makes-exercise-a-challenge-for-some-patients-with-multiple-sclerosis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 20:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/widespread-pain-makes-exercise-a-challenge-for-some-patients-with-multiple-sclerosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[URI robot aims to accelerate motor skill restoration for stroke patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every year, about 800,000 new stroke cases are reported in the United States, often causing patients problems with both neurological and physical motor control. Disruptions in the mobility of the arms and hands, in particular, can have devastating impacts on stroke patients' quality of life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uri-robot-aims-to-accelerate-motor-skill-restoration-for-stroke-patients/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jan 2024 22:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uri-robot-aims-to-accelerate-motor-skill-restoration-for-stroke-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unraveling the brain-fat pathway that dictates aging in mice]]></title><description><![CDATA[In recent years, research has begun to reveal that the lines of communication between the body's organs are key regulators of aging.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/unraveling-the-brain-fat-pathway-that-dictates-aging-in-mice/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jan 2024 22:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/unraveling-the-brain-fat-pathway-that-dictates-aging-in-mice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soft, wearable robot helps a person with Parkinson's to walk without freezing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Freezing is one of the most common and debilitating symptoms of Parkinson's disease, a neurodegenerative disorder that affects more than 9 million people worldwide.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/soft-wearable-robot-helps-a-person-with-parkinsons-to-walk-without-freezing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jan 2024 19:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/soft-wearable-robot-helps-a-person-with-parkinsons-to-walk-without-freezing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Research could offer a new approach to treating malnourished, stunted kids]]></title><description><![CDATA[Millions of children in under-resourced parts of the world suffer from malnutrition and, consequently, stunted growth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/research-could-offer-a-new-approach-to-treating-malnourished-stunted-kids/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jan 2024 03:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/research-could-offer-a-new-approach-to-treating-malnourished-stunted-kids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study reveals high prevalence of chronic pain in TBI patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chronic pain affects approximately 60% of people living with traumatic brain injury (TBI), even up to 30 years after injury, according to new research published in The Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation (JHTR), the official journal of the Brain Injury Association of America.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-reveals-high-prevalence-of-chronic-pain-in-tbi-patients/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jan 2024 20:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-reveals-high-prevalence-of-chronic-pain-in-tbi-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNF professor patents revolutionary ride-on mobility device for kids with disabilities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr. Juan Aceros, University of North Florida engineering associate professor, has been granted two new U.S. patents that have the potential to help thousands of children with disabilities attain a higher degree of freedom and comfort over traditional mobility devices, such as wheelchairs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/unf-professor-patents-revolutionary-ride-on-mobility-device-for-kids-with-disabilities/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2023 21:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/unf-professor-patents-revolutionary-ride-on-mobility-device-for-kids-with-disabilities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hip-focused physical therapy provides faster low back pain relief in older adults]]></title><description><![CDATA[When the University of Delaware's Gregory Hicks started his research career two decades ago, he was one of only a few people in the United States studying chronic low back pain in people over 60 years old.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hip-focused-physical-therapy-provides-faster-low-back-pain-relief-in-older-adults/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Dec 2023 23:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hip-focused-physical-therapy-provides-faster-low-back-pain-relief-in-older-adults/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Year in Review 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[As 2023 starts to wind down I think I can safely say that here in the Department of Physical Therapy, we are all looking forward to a well-deserved holiday. We have many reasons to celebrate, and every excuse to relax for a couple of weeks.I&rsquo;m incredibly proud to be part of a department that is educating outstanding graduates of our clinical and academic paths, working to improve physical therapy capacity in BC, and gaining recognition as a leading physical therapy program worldwide.Reflec]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/year-in-review-2023/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Dec 2023 18:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/year-in-review-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Social vulnerability linked to unhealthy lifestyles and poor health in the US, study finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Study in The American Journal of Medicine reveals that increased social vulnerability in the US leads to worse lifestyle behaviors and health characteristics, with distinct geographic disparities calling for precision medicine approaches.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/social-vulnerability-linked-to-unhealthy-lifestyles-and-poor-health-in-the-us-study-finds/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Dec 2023 02:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/social-vulnerability-linked-to-unhealthy-lifestyles-and-poor-health-in-the-us-study-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Health Research BC Funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to our researchers who received new funding from Michael Smith Health Research BC through the 2023 Convening &amp; Collaborating (C2) and Reach programs. These funding programs are enabling health researchers to foster collaboration, disseminate and implement evidence, and increase the impact of their research &mdash; ultimately improving the health of people and communities in BC.Dr Teresa Liu-Ambrose, Reach Award RecipientProject title &ndash; &lsquo;Exercise for Healthy Aging:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-health-research-bc-funding/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Dec 2023 18:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-health-research-bc-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Innovative, wearable device can significantly improve postural control]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scientists develop an innovative device to help older individuals train their posture control, minimizing the risk of falls and associated injuries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/innovative-wearable-device-can-significantly-improve-postural-control/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Dec 2023 07:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/innovative-wearable-device-can-significantly-improve-postural-control/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Radiation therapy could improve cardiac function in heart failure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cardiologists and radiation oncologists at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis pioneered the use of radiation therapy -; a strategy typically used against cancer -; to treat patients with a life-threatening abnormal heart rhythm called ventricular tachycardia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/radiation-therapy-could-improve-cardiac-function-in-heart-failure/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2023 19:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/radiation-therapy-could-improve-cardiac-function-in-heart-failure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Back pain? Bum knee? Be prepared to wait for a physical therapist]]></title><description><![CDATA[At no point along his three-year path to earning a degree in physical therapy has Matthew Lee worried about getting a job.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/back-pain-bum-knee-be-prepared-to-wait-for-a-physical-therapist/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2023 12:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/back-pain-bum-knee-be-prepared-to-wait-for-a-physical-therapist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reducing cholesterol esters protects the brain against Alzheimer's-like damage]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, cognitive decline is driven by the overaccumulation of a normal brain protein known as tau.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/reducing-cholesterol-esters-protects-the-brain-against-alzheimers-like-damage/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Nov 2023 00:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/reducing-cholesterol-esters-protects-the-brain-against-alzheimers-like-damage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Over 1,100 experts boycott medical journal for publishing unethical animal experiments]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 1,100 experts have joined the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine in boycotting the medical journal Nutrients until it stops publishing egregious animal experiments that could have been ethically conducted in humans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/over-1100-experts-boycott-medical-journal-for-publishing-unethical-animal-experiments/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2023 19:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/over-1100-experts-boycott-medical-journal-for-publishing-unethical-animal-experiments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study finds suboptimal follow-up and fall prevention for older adults after fall-related head injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries in the United States for adults ages 65 and older. With 1 in 4 older adults falling annually, 27,000 deaths, 8 million emergency department (ED) visits, and 800,000 hospitalizations have occurred.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-finds-suboptimal-follow-up-and-fall-prevention-for-older-adults-after-fall-related-head-injury/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2023 01:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-finds-suboptimal-follow-up-and-fall-prevention-for-older-adults-after-fall-related-head-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Novel robotic system accurately measures arm usage in stroke patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability worldwide. Each year more than 15 million people worldwide have strokes, and three-quarters of stroke survivors will experience impairment, weakness and paralysis in their arms and hands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/novel-robotic-system-accurately-measures-arm-usage-in-stroke-patients/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2023 20:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/novel-robotic-system-accurately-measures-arm-usage-in-stroke-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The unusual way a Catholic health system is wielding an abortion protest law]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Catholic hospital system is suing several California patients and their advocates because the patients allegedly refused to be discharged.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/the-unusual-way-a-catholic-health-system-is-wielding-an-abortion-protest-law/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2023 12:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/the-unusual-way-a-catholic-health-system-is-wielding-an-abortion-protest-law/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Regenerative medicine takes leap forward with nasal cartilage-derived cartilage grafts]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Department of Biomedicine at the University of Basel and the University Hospital Basel, today announced that it delivered the first surgical procedure to treat Osteoarthritis (OA) in humans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/regenerative-medicine-takes-leap-forward-with-nasal-cartilage-derived-cartilage-grafts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2023 11:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/regenerative-medicine-takes-leap-forward-with-nasal-cartilage-derived-cartilage-grafts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Expanding Access to Pediatric Care]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unveiling Our Early Intervention Physiotherapy ClinicWe are thrilled to introduce our new Pediatric Student-Run Physical Therapy Clinic, where health, education, and community come together.This collaborative initiative between the Faculty of Medicine&rsquo;s Department of Physical Therapy and the BC Centre for Ability will build upon the student-run practice model to address gaps in the clinical education of physiotherapy students and the growing need for physiotherapists working in the pediatr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/expanding-access-to-pediatric-care/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2023 17:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/expanding-access-to-pediatric-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University of Melbourne students develop customized video game controller for kid with cerebral palsy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jerome, a seven-year-old boy with cerebral palsy (CP), has been able to play a video game for the first time, with the help of a team of University of Melbourne Biomedical Engineering Masters students, who have co-designed a customised video game controller with him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/university-of-melbourne-students-develop-customized-video-game-controller-for-kid-with-cerebral-palsy/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Oct 2023 08:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/university-of-melbourne-students-develop-customized-video-game-controller-for-kid-with-cerebral-palsy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Lara Boyd Receives a Distinguished University Scholar Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Lara Boyd has been recognized as a 2023 Distinguished University Scholar for her work in motor learning and developing novel therapeutic approaches that stimulate recovery after a stroke.Dr Boyd&rsquo;s efforts continue to support the health of individuals by shaping practice and advancing knowledge related to the neurobiology of stroke recovery and novel noninvasive brain stimulation therapies.The Distinguished University Scholar program recognizes members of UBC Faculty who have distinguis]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-lara-boyd-receives-a-distinguished-university-scholar-award/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Oct 2023 23:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-lara-boyd-receives-a-distinguished-university-scholar-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clare Ardern]]></title><description><![CDATA[Clare Ardern,&nbsp;PhDAssistant ProfessorContact<br />
clare.ardern@ubc.ca<br />
Research<br />
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Dr Ardern&rsquo;s research spans designing and leading randomised controlled trials, systematic reviews and meta-analyses, developing and disseminating clinical practice guidelines in various musculoskeletal pain conditions, international consensus statements, longitudinal data analysis and advanced statistics, and open science practice. Dr Ardern led the design and development work for an eHealth in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/clare-ardern/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Oct 2023 22:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/clare-ardern/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study finds more mature gut microbiome in malnourished Nigerien children after antibiotic treatment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Malnutrition threatens the lives of millions of children under age 5, causing about 500,000 deaths per year in low- and middle-income countries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-finds-more-mature-gut-microbiome-in-malnourished-nigerien-children-after-antibiotic-treatment/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2023 05:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-finds-more-mature-gut-microbiome-in-malnourished-nigerien-children-after-antibiotic-treatment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers receive NCI grant for the development of new pancreatic cancer therapies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have received an NCI grant that will provide about $10.9 million to research programs for the development of new therapies for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, the deadliest form of pancreatic cancer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-receive-nci-grant-for-the-development-of-new-pancreatic-cancer-therapies/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Oct 2023 23:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-receive-nci-grant-for-the-development-of-new-pancreatic-cancer-therapies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rare ‘flesh-eating’ bacterium spreads North as oceans warm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Debbie King barely gave it a second thought when she scraped her right shin climbing onto her friend's pontoon for a day of boating in the Gulf of Mexico on Aug. 13.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/rare-flesh-eating-bacterium-spreads-north-as-oceans-warm/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2023 15:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/rare-flesh-eating-bacterium-spreads-north-as-oceans-warm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stair climbing study unveils surprising link to back pain in females but not males]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recent PLoS ONE research reveals that female orthopedic physical therapists without Low Back Pain (LBP) climb significantly more stairs weekly than those with LBP. Discrepancies in stair-climbing habits were more pronounced among females, with sleep quality differences also observed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/stair-climbing-study-unveils-surprising-link-to-back-pain-in-females-but-not-males/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2023 06:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/stair-climbing-study-unveils-surprising-link-to-back-pain-in-females-but-not-males/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study identifies potential drug target for lymphedema]]></title><description><![CDATA[The human lymphatic system consists of a vast network of vessels that drain protein-rich fluid in tissues and transport it to lymph nodes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-identifies-potential-drug-target-for-lymphedema/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 21:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-identifies-potential-drug-target-for-lymphedema/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cognitive behavioral therapy can significantly reduce the burden of fibromyalgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patients living with fibromyalgia (FM) &ndash; a disease that predominantly affects women and is characterized by chronic pain, fatigue and brain fog &ndash; often find limited treatment options and a scarcity of explanations for their symptoms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-can-significantly-reduce-the-burden-of-fibromyalgia/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Sep 2023 04:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-can-significantly-reduce-the-burden-of-fibromyalgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mount Sinai secures $6.2 million grant to expand the Cohen Center for Recovery From Complex Chronic Illnesses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mount Sinai's Department of Rehabilitation and Human Performance has announced a $6.2 million grant from the Steven &amp; Alexandra Cohen Foundation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mount-sinai-secures-62-million-grant-to-expand-the-cohen-center-for-recovery-from-complex-chronic-illnesses/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2023 20:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mount-sinai-secures-62-million-grant-to-expand-the-cohen-center-for-recovery-from-complex-chronic-illnesses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rehabilitation for chronic knee pain may not be targeting all the right muscles]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study from the University of Connecticut has discovered that rehabilitation to address chronic knee pain may not be targeting all the right muscles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/rehabilitation-for-chronic-knee-pain-may-not-be-targeting-all-the-right-muscles/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2023 03:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/rehabilitation-for-chronic-knee-pain-may-not-be-targeting-all-the-right-muscles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AR headset proven effective digital tool for improving posture in people with Parkinson’s disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[An augmented-reality headset is an effective digital tool for improving posture and gait in people with Parkinson's disease, according to a recent Cleveland Clinic trial. Findings were published in Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ar-headset-proven-effective-digital-tool-for-improving-posture-in-people-with-parkinsons-disease/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Sep 2023 09:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ar-headset-proven-effective-digital-tool-for-improving-posture-in-people-with-parkinsons-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MPT-Victoria &ndash; Teaching &amp; Vision Presentations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Faculty, the clinical community, students, and staff are invited to attend Teaching and Vision sessions as part of the recruitment for the position of Assistant Professor of Teaching (tenure-track) in the Department of Physical Therapy to fill the role of Clinical Site Lead in Victoria. Each session will include a 15&#8208;minute teaching session (topic to be decided by applicant), followed by a 15&#8208;minute presentation on their &ldquo;Vision for Clinical Education in the Masters of Physical]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-victoria-ndash-teaching-amp-vision-presentations/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2023 17:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-victoria-ndash-teaching-amp-vision-presentations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Physical therapy can help reduce risk of dizziness-induced injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[The association between symptomatic dizziness and vestibular disorders and the subsequent risk of falls and other injuries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physical-therapy-can-help-reduce-risk-of-dizziness-induced-injury/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2023 13:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physical-therapy-can-help-reduce-risk-of-dizziness-induced-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MPT-Fraser Valley &ndash; Teaching &amp; Vision Presentations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Faculty, the clinical community, students and staff are invited to attend two sessions as part of the recruitment for the position of Assistant Professor of Teaching (tenure-track), MPT Fraser Valley Site Lead Academic. Each Session will include ateaching (15-min) and vision (25-min) portion to be presented by the candidate on a topic of their choice. Sessions will be delivered through Zoom and registration is required.&nbsp;Please note that these meetings will be recorded and by joining the mee]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-fraser-valley-ndash-teaching-amp-vision-presentations/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2023 19:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-fraser-valley-ndash-teaching-amp-vision-presentations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drs Lara Boyd and Courtney Pollock Receive Federal Funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Drs Lara Boyd and Courtney Pollock for receiving funding to pursue new research avenues. This investment supports more than 30 projects in cancer therapy, childhood speech development, spinal cord injury and beyond.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/drs-lara-boyd-and-courtney-pollock-receive-federal-funding/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 18:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/drs-lara-boyd-and-courtney-pollock-receive-federal-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study finds ways to improve medication adherence in breast cancer survivors]]></title><description><![CDATA[For roughly 80% of breast cancer survivors, treatment doesn't end with surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. Instead, for the next five to 10 years, doctors recommend that they take medication to block sex hormones, which can fuel tumor growth and spark recurrence.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-finds-ways-to-improve-medication-adherence-in-breast-cancer-survivors/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Sep 2023 05:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-finds-ways-to-improve-medication-adherence-in-breast-cancer-survivors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[September 2023 – Truth and Reconciliation Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Raising of the Reconciliation Pole by Hereditary Chief 7idansuu (James Hart), Haida, in 2017<br />
On September 30th, Canada will hold its 2nd National Truth and Reconciliation day also known as Orange Shirt Day. This day commemorates the missing and murdered children from residential schools and honours the healing journey of residential school survivors. What were the residential schools?This 6-minute video provides a short timeline of these institutions, including the release of the final report f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/september-2023-truth-and-reconciliation-month/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2023 22:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/september-2023-truth-and-reconciliation-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[KFF Health News' 'What The Health?': 3 health policy experts you should know]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this special episode, host Julie Rovner, KFF Health News' chief Washington correspondent, interviews three noted health policy experts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kff-health-news-what-the-health-3-health-policy-experts-you-should-know/</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 21:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kff-health-news-what-the-health-3-health-policy-experts-you-should-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aspirin underutilized for preventing heart attack, stroke]]></title><description><![CDATA[For people who have experienced a heart attack or stroke, taking a daily aspirin has been shown to help prevent a second one.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/aspirin-underutilized-for-preventing-heart-attack-stroke/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Aug 2023 04:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/aspirin-underutilized-for-preventing-heart-attack-stroke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fallout from COVID-19 may persist even two years after infection]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the spring, the U.S. government and the World Health Organization declared an end to the COVID-19 global health emergency.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fallout-from-covid-19-may-persist-even-two-years-after-infection/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Aug 2023 01:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fallout-from-covid-19-may-persist-even-two-years-after-infection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bariatric surgery linked to lower cancer risk in women]]></title><description><![CDATA[After adding follow-up years, increased sample sizes and examining multiple surgical procedures, new research shows bariatric surgery is associated with lower all-cancer and obesity-related cancer incidence among females.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/bariatric-surgery-linked-to-lower-cancer-risk-in-women/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Aug 2023 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/bariatric-surgery-linked-to-lower-cancer-risk-in-women/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phase I trial shows promise: Brain stimulation spurs upper-extremity recovery in stroke patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers performed an open-label phase I trial.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/phase-i-trial-shows-promise-brain-stimulation-spurs-upper-extremity-recovery-in-stroke-patients/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Aug 2023 10:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/phase-i-trial-shows-promise-brain-stimulation-spurs-upper-extremity-recovery-in-stroke-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deep brain stimulation shows promise for post-stroke rehabilitation]]></title><description><![CDATA[A first-in-human trial of deep brain stimulation (DBS) for post-stroke rehabilitation patients by Cleveland Clinic researchers has shown that using DBS to target the dentate nucleus &ndash; which regulates fine-control of voluntary movements, cognition, language, and sensory functions in the brain &ndash; is safe and feasible.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/deep-brain-stimulation-shows-promise-for-post-stroke-rehabilitation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Aug 2023 03:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/deep-brain-stimulation-shows-promise-for-post-stroke-rehabilitation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scientists identify key proteins driving cancer across multiple tumor types]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scientists have completed a deep analysis of the proteins driving cancer across multiple tumor types, information that can't be assessed by genome sequencing alone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/scientists-identify-key-proteins-driving-cancer-across-multiple-tumor-types/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Aug 2023 23:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/scientists-identify-key-proteins-driving-cancer-across-multiple-tumor-types/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Expert consensus on how to help patients with chronic pain get adequate care and coverage]]></title><description><![CDATA[The pendulum of opioid prescribing for pain has swung sharply in the last decade, as the epidemic of opioid overuse, addiction and overdose led policymakers and health care providers to ratchet back on the prescriptions patients receive.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/expert-consensus-on-how-to-help-patients-with-chronic-pain-get-adequate-care-and-coverage/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Aug 2023 21:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/expert-consensus-on-how-to-help-patients-with-chronic-pain-get-adequate-care-and-coverage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your exorbitant medical bill, brought to you by the latest hospital merger]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Mark Finney moved to southwestern Virginia with his young family a decade ago, there were different hospital systems and a range of independent doctors to choose from.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/your-exorbitant-medical-bill-brought-to-you-by-the-latest-hospital-merger/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Aug 2023 12:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/your-exorbitant-medical-bill-brought-to-you-by-the-latest-hospital-merger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI tool can quickly diagnose muscle wasting in head and neck cancer patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute have found a way to use artificial intelligence (AI) to diagnose muscle wasting, called sarcopenia, in patients with head and neck cancer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ai-tool-can-quickly-diagnose-muscle-wasting-in-head-and-neck-cancer-patients/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2023 20:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ai-tool-can-quickly-diagnose-muscle-wasting-in-head-and-neck-cancer-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New pathway for HIV to enter nucleus of healthy cells identified]]></title><description><![CDATA[A study published on August 10, 2023 in the journal Nature Communications has identified a new pathway that human immune deficiency virus (HIV) uses to enter the nucleus of a healthy cell, where it can then replicate and go on to invade other cells.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-pathway-for-hiv-to-enter-nucleus-of-healthy-cells-identified/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2023 15:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-pathway-for-hiv-to-enter-nucleus-of-healthy-cells-identified/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$11 million NIH grant focuses on cognitive function in Down syndrome-associated Alzheimer’s]]></title><description><![CDATA[Neurologist Beau Ances, MD, PhD, talks with his patient, Adam Kloppenberg, who has Down syndrome, at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. People with Down syndrome are at very high risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. Ances is involved in a project led by Jason Hassenstab, PhD, an associate professor of neurology, to develop tools to measure cognitive function in people with Down syndrome-associated Alzheimer's disease.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/11-million-nih-grant-focuses-on-cognitive-function-in-down-syndrome-associated-alzheimers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Aug 2023 03:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/11-million-nih-grant-focuses-on-cognitive-function-in-down-syndrome-associated-alzheimers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charlie Chua – International MPT Graduate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Charlie ChuaPhysiotherapist<br />
Book AppointmentWhat did you appreciate the most about the MPT program and studying at UBC?&nbsp;The friends I made in the program and my cohort gave me such a great experience.&nbsp;It has been almost two years since graduating, and these friends are some of my best friends who have been a huge influence on me to stay here and build roots in Vancouver.&nbsp;&nbsp;In terms of my practice, we regularly ask questions in our group chats about case studies we were workin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/charlie-chua-international-mpt-graduate/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Aug 2023 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/charlie-chua-international-mpt-graduate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New device can detect COVID-19 in less than a minute]]></title><description><![CDATA[Benjamin Sumlin, PhD, a senior scientist at Washington University in St. Louis, blows into a device designed by researchers at the university. The device &mdash; a breath test that uses a biosensor &mdash; could become a tool for use in doctors' offices to quickly diagnose people infected with the virus that causes COVID-19.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-device-can-detect-covid-19-in-less-than-a-minute/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-device-can-detect-covid-19-in-less-than-a-minute/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Class of Rehab ’71 raises $2,375 for the UBC Rehabilitation Sciences Alumni Bursary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the summer, BSc &rsquo;71 Rehab Sciences Alumni embarked on a fundraising campaign to support the UBC Rehabilitation Sciences Alumni Bursary. Because it was their 50th anniversary, fellow classmates were excited to celebrate this major milestone and set a goal of contributing to the Bursary over the summer. With much thanks and help from everyone, they have raised a total of $2,375!The UBC Rehabilitation Sciences Alumni Bursary was first established in 1982 by the Rehabilitation Student Cou]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/class-of-rehab-71-raises-2375-for-the-ubc-rehabilitation-sciences-alumni-bursary/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Jul 2023 18:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/class-of-rehab-71-raises-2375-for-the-ubc-rehabilitation-sciences-alumni-bursary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New AI-based system aims to facilitate the rehabilitation process for stroke patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Statistics indicate that globally 1 in 4 adults over the age of 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. One of the most serious consequences of this disease is disability.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-ai-based-system-aims-to-facilitate-the-rehabilitation-process-for-stroke-patients/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Jul 2023 16:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-ai-based-system-aims-to-facilitate-the-rehabilitation-process-for-stroke-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New kidney tissue atlas could advance understanding of kidney injury and disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis helped lead a major study, funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), that uncovered rich cellular and molecular diversity in healthy and diseased kidneys, creating a kidney tissue atlas that will help further understanding of kidney injury and disease.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-kidney-tissue-atlas-could-advance-understanding-of-kidney-injury-and-disease/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Jul 2023 18:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-kidney-tissue-atlas-could-advance-understanding-of-kidney-injury-and-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Linda Li Becomes New Scientific Director of BC SUPPORT Unit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The BC SUPPORT Unit, part of Michael Smith Health Research BC, welcomes Dr. Linda Li as its scientific director, effective August 1st. Linda is an experienced scientific leader and an expert in patient-oriented research.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-linda-li-becomes-new-scientific-director-of-bc-support-unit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Jul 2023 17:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-linda-li-becomes-new-scientific-director-of-bc-support-unit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New biomarker could track progression of Alzheimer's disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two pathologies drive the progression of Alzheimer's disease. Early on, amyloid beta plaques lead the way, but around the time cognitive symptoms arise, tau tangles take over as the driving force and cognition steadily declines.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-biomarker-could-track-progression-of-alzheimers-disease/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Jul 2023 02:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-biomarker-could-track-progression-of-alzheimers-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Washington University surgeons pioneer robotic liver transplantation]]></title><description><![CDATA[A surgical team from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis recently performed the first robotic liver transplant in the U.S. in May at Barnes-Jewish Hospital.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/washington-university-surgeons-pioneer-robotic-liver-transplantation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Jul 2023 05:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/washington-university-surgeons-pioneer-robotic-liver-transplantation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UCSF's new pain clinic in Walnut Creek offers hope for children with chronic pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Each year, too many kids in the East Bay suffer needlessly from pain related to long-term serious illness, including migraines, joint and abdominal pain, sickle cell anemia and more. A new UCSF Health pain clinic in Walnut Creek is opening to provide relief.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ucsfs-new-pain-clinic-in-walnut-creek-offers-hope-for-children-with-chronic-pain/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Jul 2023 02:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ucsfs-new-pain-clinic-in-walnut-creek-offers-hope-for-children-with-chronic-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two anti-inflammatory drugs reduce deaths in severe COVID-19 patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two anti-inflammatory drugs, abatacept and infliximab, reduced deaths among patients hospitalized with severe COVID-19, according to a national study led by Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. William G. Powderly, MD, (right) who led the large clinical trial, discusses patient conditions with Maanasi Samant, MD, in the intensive care unit at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, one of the major trial sites, during the COVID-19 pandemic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/two-anti-inflammatory-drugs-reduce-deaths-in-severe-covid-19-patients/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Jul 2023 19:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/two-anti-inflammatory-drugs-reduce-deaths-in-severe-covid-19-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Triple combination therapy shows promise in long-term treatment of cystic fibrosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[The mucus in the airways is not as sticky, inflammation in the lungs significantly reduced: Triple combination therapy can achieve these positive, lasting effects in patients with cystic fibrosis (CF).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/triple-combination-therapy-shows-promise-in-long-term-treatment-of-cystic-fibrosis/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Jul 2023 01:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/triple-combination-therapy-shows-promise-in-long-term-treatment-of-cystic-fibrosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Medi-Cal’s fragmented system can make moving a nightmare]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Lloyd Tennison moved from Walnut Creek to Stockton last year, he assumed his coverage under Medi-Cal, California's safety-net health insurance program, would be transferred seamlessly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/medi-cals-fragmented-system-can-make-moving-a-nightmare/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Jul 2023 12:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/medi-cals-fragmented-system-can-make-moving-a-nightmare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New therapy to mitigate fragile X syndrome may be on the horizon]]></title><description><![CDATA[An antisense therapy developed by Joel D. Richter, PhD, Sneha Shah, PhD, and Jonathan K. Watts, PhD, at UMass Chan Medical School and Elizabeth Berry-Kravis, MD, PhD, at RUSH University Medical Center, restores production of the protein FMRP in cell samples taken from patients with fragile X syndrome.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-therapy-to-mitigate-fragile-x-syndrome-may-be-on-the-horizon/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Jul 2023 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-therapy-to-mitigate-fragile-x-syndrome-may-be-on-the-horizon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Medical cannabis laws have no effect on opioid prescriptions, study finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[State laws allowing medical cannabis use did not reduce prescriptions for opioids or other therapies for chronic, non-cancer pain, according to a policy analysis by Weill Cornell Medicine investigators.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/medical-cannabis-laws-have-no-effect-on-opioid-prescriptions-study-finds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Jul 2023 21:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/medical-cannabis-laws-have-no-effect-on-opioid-prescriptions-study-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MPT-North first-year students receive Indigenous Student Awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to UBC Master of Physical Therapy &ndash; North Class of 2024 students Edward Lawson and Kailey Lund who have each received a Canadian Physiotherapy Association Indigenous Student Award!]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-north-first-year-students-receive-indigenous-student-awards/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Jul 2023 18:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-north-first-year-students-receive-indigenous-student-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orthopedic patients' mental health may not improve even when physical health improves]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orthopedic clinics at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis ask patients to fill out an electronic questionnaire at each visit. Analyzing data from questions about anxiety and depression, researchers have found that as patients' musculoskeletal health improves, anxiety and depression don't necessarily follow suit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/orthopedic-patients-mental-health-may-not-improve-even-when-physical-health-improves/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jun 2023 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/orthopedic-patients-mental-health-may-not-improve-even-when-physical-health-improves/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exploring how Bourbon virus-carrying ticks travel through wildlife and to people]]></title><description><![CDATA[On a cold spring morning, Washington University in St. Louis virologist Jacco Boon, PhD, and wildlife ecologist Solny Adalsteinsson, PhD, flap and drag a large white flag through a woodsy area on the western edge of St. Louis County. Boon, an associate professor of medicine in infectious diseases at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, and Adalsteinsson, a senior scientist at the university's Tyson Research Center, are looking for lone star ticks that carry the potentially dead]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/exploring-how-bourbon-virus-carrying-ticks-travel-through-wildlife-and-to-people/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jun 2023 05:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/exploring-how-bourbon-virus-carrying-ticks-travel-through-wildlife-and-to-people/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy linked to an increased risk of Type 2 diabetes in offspring]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have identified a process in immune cells that links vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy to an increased risk of Type 2 diabetes in offspring.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/vitamin-d-deficiency-during-pregnancy-linked-to-an-increased-risk-of-type-2-diabetes-in-offspring/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jun 2023 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/vitamin-d-deficiency-during-pregnancy-linked-to-an-increased-risk-of-type-2-diabetes-in-offspring/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The HEART Clinic keeps rehab within the reach for stroke, Parkinson’s patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first time Craig Hawkins arrived at the free physical therapy clinic, the aftereffects of his stroke weighed heavy. He rolled up in a wheelchair with a tracheotomy, and had already exhausted his medical benefits.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/the-heart-clinic-keeps-rehab-within-the-reach-for-stroke-parkinsons-patients/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jun 2023 02:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/the-heart-clinic-keeps-rehab-within-the-reach-for-stroke-parkinsons-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kidneys from donors with COVID-19 not associated with organ rejection, complications after transplant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have found that donated kidneys from deceased COVID-19 patients are safe to transplant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kidneys-from-donors-with-covid-19-not-associated-with-organ-rejection-complications-after-transplant/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jun 2023 01:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kidneys-from-donors-with-covid-19-not-associated-with-organ-rejection-complications-after-transplant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$3.1 million NIH grant helps study how ankle properties change after a stroke]]></title><description><![CDATA[A close look at how the ankle functions after a stroke could ultimately improve the mobility and rehabilitation outcomes for more than 40 million stroke survivors worldwide who experience persistent walking difficulties.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/31-million-nih-grant-helps-study-how-ankle-properties-change-after-a-stroke/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jun 2023 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/31-million-nih-grant-helps-study-how-ankle-properties-change-after-a-stroke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Special issue aims to deepen the conversation around cerebral palsy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Although cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common childhood-onset disability, there are very few evidence-based clinical practice guidelines or recommendations on how to treat and manage this condition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/special-issue-aims-to-deepen-the-conversation-around-cerebral-palsy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2023 05:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/special-issue-aims-to-deepen-the-conversation-around-cerebral-palsy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Easy-to-use ankle exosuit could help stroke survivors improve their gait during daily routines]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, that totals about 795,000 strokes each year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/easy-to-use-ankle-exosuit-could-help-stroke-survivors-improve-their-gait-during-daily-routines/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 May 2023 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/easy-to-use-ankle-exosuit-could-help-stroke-survivors-improve-their-gait-during-daily-routines/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mouse study offers clues to developing an effective vaccine for Klebsiella bacteria]]></title><description><![CDATA[A mouse study at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis points to data that could be key to developing an effective vaccine for the bacterium Klebsiella pneumoniae.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mouse-study-offers-clues-to-developing-an-effective-vaccine-for-klebsiella-bacteria/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 May 2023 02:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mouse-study-offers-clues-to-developing-an-effective-vaccine-for-klebsiella-bacteria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caitlin Williams]]></title><description><![CDATA[Caitlin Williams, BPHE, BSc (Biology), MPTLecturerMPT-Vancouver Site CoordinatorContact<br />
Caitlin.williams@ubc.ca604-250-1458<br />
TeachingResearchPublicationsOther Professional Activities<br />
TeachingOpenClose<br />
Caitlin draws from her extensive experience as a clinician, and her interest in education to teach in a variety of different Physical Therapy content areas. Caitlin has teaching and course coordination roles in the following Master of Physical Therapy courses:PHTH 514 Clinical Practice I: An introd]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/caitlin-williams/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 May 2023 18:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/caitlin-williams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four important signs that signal increased risk of early-onset colorectal cancer identified]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have identified four important signs and symptoms that signal an elevated risk of early-onset colorectal cancer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/four-important-signs-that-signal-increased-risk-of-early-onset-colorectal-cancer-identified/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 May 2023 09:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/four-important-signs-that-signal-increased-risk-of-early-onset-colorectal-cancer-identified/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers identify a potential safer route to pain relief]]></title><description><![CDATA[Strategies to treat pain without triggering dangerous side effects such as euphoria and addiction have proven elusive.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-identify-a-potential-safer-route-to-pain-relief/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 May 2023 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-identify-a-potential-safer-route-to-pain-relief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Skipping meals and taking prescription diet pills associated with minimal weight loss, study finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study analyzing data on over 20,000 U.S. adults links a healthier diet and increased exercise to weight loss that reduces heart disease risk &ndash; while associating skipping meals and taking prescription diet pills with minimal weight loss, weight maintenance or weight gain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/skipping-meals-and-taking-prescription-diet-pills-associated-with-minimal-weight-loss-study-finds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2023 18:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/skipping-meals-and-taking-prescription-diet-pills-associated-with-minimal-weight-loss-study-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gursevak Powar – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Title(s):&nbsp;&nbsp;Gursevak Powar, MPT BScWhere do you work?&nbsp;&nbsp;I work at Launch Rehab and the UBC Physical Therapy and Research Clinic.What is the most rewarding part of your job?The most rewarding part of my job is seeing patients make progress in their recovery and achieve their goals. It&rsquo;s a great feeling to know that I played a role in helping someone improve their quality of life and health.What do you enjoy about your work?I enjoy the diversity of my work and the fact that]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/gursevak-powar-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2023 17:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/gursevak-powar-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community paramedics don’t wait for an emergency to visit rural patients at home]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sandra Lane said she has been to the emergency room about eight times this year. The 62-year-old has had multiple falls, struggled with balance and tremors, and experienced severe swelling in her legs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/community-paramedics-dont-wait-for-an-emergency-to-visit-rural-patients-at-home/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2023 12:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/community-paramedics-dont-wait-for-an-emergency-to-visit-rural-patients-at-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[In honour of National Physiotherapy Month, meet some of the outstanding physical therapists throughout British Columbia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2023 10:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Physiotherapy Month (Homepage Slide)]]></title><description><![CDATA[In honour of National Physiotherapy Month, meet some of the outstanding physical therapists throughout British Columbia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/national-physiotherapy-month-homepage-slide/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2023 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/national-physiotherapy-month-homepage-slide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Developing a more effective treatment for torn tendons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cedars-Sinai investigators are working to develop a more effective treatment for one of the most common and hard-to-heal musculoskeletal injuries: torn tendons.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/developing-a-more-effective-treatment-for-torn-tendons/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Apr 2023 23:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/developing-a-more-effective-treatment-for-torn-tendons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Alex Scott received a 2022/23 Killam Teaching Prize]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Alex Scott is a recipient of the 2022/23 Killam Teaching Prize. The Killam Teaching Prize is awarded annually to faculty nominated by students, colleagues and alumni in recognition of excellence in teaching.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-alex-scott-received-a-202223-killam-teaching-prize/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Apr 2023 22:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-alex-scott-received-a-202223-killam-teaching-prize/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Rebekah Beaton– National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;&nbsp;Rebekah Beaton, MPT&nbsp;Where do you work?&nbsp;&nbsp;I work at Mills Memorial Hospital in Terrace, BC as Rehabilitation Services Manager and acute care physiotherapist. I love that I have the ability to continue carrying a clinical caseload.Currently, I also work part-time for Northern Therapy Services to provide outpatient services to the small coastal community of Gitxaala.&nbsp;&nbsp;What is the most rewarding part of your job?&nbsp;Seeing people make improveme]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/rebekah-beaton-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Apr 2023 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/rebekah-beaton-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stair Climb Test (SCT)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Link to the PDF]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/stair-climb-test-sct/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Apr 2023 23:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/stair-climb-test-sct/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[As pandemic emergencies end, people battling long covid feel ‘swept under the rug’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lost careers. Broken marriages. Dismissed and disbelieved by family and friends.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/as-pandemic-emergencies-end-people-battling-long-covid-feel-swept-under-the-rug/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Apr 2023 12:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/as-pandemic-emergencies-end-people-battling-long-covid-feel-swept-under-the-rug/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Combination treatment could improve stem cell transplantation process for multiple myeloma patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[The standard treatment for patients with multiple myeloma often includes stem cell transplantation in which the patient's own stem cells are harvested and stored while the patient receives intensive chemotherapy to kill the cancer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/combination-treatment-could-improve-stem-cell-transplantation-process-for-multiple-myeloma-patients/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Apr 2023 20:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/combination-treatment-could-improve-stem-cell-transplantation-process-for-multiple-myeloma-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tallon Milne – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[(Tallon is pictured on the left along with his wife and dog)Name and Title(s):Tallon Milne<br />
Registered Physiotherapist<br />
Clinical SupervisorWhere do you work?Lakeshore Physiotherapy Clinic in Salmon ArmWhat is the most rewarding part of your job?I enjoy working in a smaller community with people who need to travel long distances for care. I get to help individuals maintain the independence that is critical to living in remote locations surrounding my community. Rural residents can have significantl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/tallon-milne-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Apr 2023 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/tallon-milne-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dopamine may play key role in why exercise feels "easy" to some people and exhausting to others]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dopamine, a brain chemical long associated with pleasure, motivation and reward-seeking, also appears to play an important role in why exercise and other physical efforts feel "easy" to some people and exhausting to others, according to results of a study of people with Parkinson's disease led by Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers. Parkinson's disease is marked by a loss of dopamine-producing cells in the brain over time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dopamine-may-play-key-role-in-why-exercise-feels-easy-to-some-people-and-exhausting-to-others/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Apr 2023 23:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dopamine-may-play-key-role-in-why-exercise-feels-easy-to-some-people-and-exhausting-to-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thoracic spine pain prevalent among adolescents spending more time looking at screens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thanks to the popularization of smartphones and tablets, and the multiplication of video channels, computer games and educational apps, children and adolescents are spending more and more time looking at screens, usually with bad posture, which can cause back pain, among other problems.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/thoracic-spine-pain-prevalent-among-adolescents-spending-more-time-looking-at-screens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Apr 2023 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/thoracic-spine-pain-prevalent-among-adolescents-spending-more-time-looking-at-screens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Specific proteins in the blood may help predict which COVID-19 patients may become critically ill]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have identified specific proteins that may help predict which COVID-19 patients may need to be placed on ventilators to breathe and which are most likely to die of the virus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/specific-proteins-in-the-blood-may-help-predict-which-covid-19-patients-may-become-critically-ill/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Apr 2023 04:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/specific-proteins-in-the-blood-may-help-predict-which-covid-19-patients-may-become-critically-ill/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sarah Buddingh Smith – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):Sarah Buddingh Smith&nbsp;&ndash; Physiotherapist&nbsp;Where do you work?BC Cancer Vancouver CenterProvincial Health Services Authority (PHSA)What is the most rewarding part of your job?Providing people with hope as they find a path through the overwhelming experience of cancer is a deeply meaningful way to spend my career. When I see someone with cancer or their family member take a breath and look a bit calmer and clearer on their plan moving forward, it always brings me joy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/sarah-buddingh-smith-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Apr 2023 19:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/sarah-buddingh-smith-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angela White – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):Angela White&nbsp;&ndash; Physiotherapist&nbsp;Where do you work?I am the Coordinator with the Vancouver Community PT Student Led Clinic at Raven Song Community Health CentreWhat is the most rewarding part of your job?The clients I work with are the most rewarding part of my job and where I gain a great deal of job satisfaction. For much of my career, I have worked with older adults in a rehabilitation setting. This has allowed me to spend time with the clients and often their]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/angela-white-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Apr 2023 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/angela-white-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clinical Education – Placement Change Announcement]]></title><description><![CDATA[The UBC Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) program continues to expand, offering more student seats in geographical regions throughout the province. While one of the aims of expansion is to address the shortage of physiotherapists in British Columbia, the impact of training more students is an increased demand on the current healthcare system to support their training. Meeting the growing demand for clinical placements has been challenging.In response, the UBC MPT Program leadership consulted with]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/clinical-education-placement-change-announcement/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Apr 2023 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/clinical-education-placement-change-announcement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brooke Hannela – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):Brooke Hannela&nbsp;&ndash; Physiotherapist&nbsp;Where do you work?<br />
Surrey Memorial Hospital: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Outpatient Pediatrics&nbsp;Kids Physio Group &ndash; South SurreyConnect with BrookeInstagramClinic Website<br />
What is the most rewarding part of your job?Working in the NICU is a unique and incredibly rewarding area of practice. Being part of this chapter of an infant and family&rsquo;s life is such a privilege. As physiotherapists, we have the opp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/brooke-hannela-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Apr 2023 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/brooke-hannela-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sabine Schill – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):Sabine Schill BScPTWhere do you work?North Island Hospital, Comox Valley CampusWhat is the most rewarding part of your job?When I first saw the Island health values (C.A.R.E.) I found them a bit cheesy, but I realized that it is rewarding to be achieving them in my own way. Courage: do the right thing. For me it was having the courage to ask for help and be accountable for my actions; Aspire: to the highest degree of quality and safety. My colleagues have a wealth of knowledge,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/sabine-schill-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Apr 2023 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/sabine-schill-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transposable elements in various cancers could be used to harness novel immunotherapies]]></title><description><![CDATA[New research from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis suggests that transposable elements in various cancers potentially may be used to harness novel immunotherapies against tumors that don't typically respond to immune-based treatments. Shown is a 3D rendering of cancer cells.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/transposable-elements-in-various-cancers-could-be-used-to-harness-novel-immunotherapies/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Mar 2023 20:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/transposable-elements-in-various-cancers-could-be-used-to-harness-novel-immunotherapies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tyler LeGear – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;Tyler LeGearRegistered Physiotherapist, director and CEO of Titan Project Physiotherapy&nbsp;Where do you work?Titan Project Physiotherapy &ndash; an open-concept, exercise-based private practice clinic&nbsp;&nbsp;Connect with Tyler:Instagram&nbsp;| Facebook&nbsp;What is the most rewarding part of your job?&nbsp;&nbsp;As physiotherapists, we are fortunate to have the opportunity to help others on a daily basis, but what really excites me is those moments when we truly cha]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/tyler-legear-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2023 22:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/tyler-legear-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Erin Gagne – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;Erin Gagne, B.Sc., MPT&nbsp;Interim Clinical Practice Lead &ndash; Physical Therapy&nbsp;Where do you work?Northern Health, Quesnel, BC.I would like to acknowledge the unceded and traditional homelands of the Lhtako Dene Nation on which I provide service.&nbsp;What is the most rewarding part of your job?&nbsp;&nbsp;In any physiotherapy job that I have had, the most rewarding part has been helping people. In my current role, that involves helping fellow physical therapists]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/erin-gagne-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2023 20:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/erin-gagne-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jami Bennett – National Physiotherapy Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;&nbsp;Jami Bennett, MPT, Ph.D. (C/NDT)&nbsp;PHC Clinical Specialist, Neurological Rehabilitation&nbsp;Where do you work?&nbsp;&nbsp;Holy Family Hospital Rehab&nbsp;Providence Health Care&nbsp;<br />
What is the most rewarding part of your job?&nbsp;&nbsp;I love that beautiful moment of discovery when someone is able to do something they didn&rsquo;t think they could do, or that they couldn&rsquo;t do before. You can see the surprise and the joy in their face and it can make the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jami-bennett-national-physiotherapy-month/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2023 19:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jami-bennett-national-physiotherapy-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Linda Li was Awarded a Killam Faculty Research Prize]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Dr Linda Li who was awarded the prestigious Killam Faculty Research Prize in the Science/Applied Science category. The Killam Faculty Research Prize is awarded annually to individuals who demonstrate outstanding research and scholarly contributions and have national and/or international research leadership in all fields.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-linda-li-was-awarded-a-killam-faculty-research-prize/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2023 23:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-linda-li-was-awarded-a-killam-faculty-research-prize/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Common genetic signature may increase a person's risk of developing substance use disorders]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study suggests that a common genetic signature may increase a person's risk of developing substance use disorders, regardless of whether the addiction is to alcohol, tobacco, cannabis or opioids.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/common-genetic-signature-may-increase-a-persons-risk-of-developing-substance-use-disorders/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Mar 2023 00:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/common-genetic-signature-may-increase-a-persons-risk-of-developing-substance-use-disorders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Animal studies show potential of new drug to curb painful hyperinflammation from osteoarthritis]]></title><description><![CDATA[A team of researchers at the Keck School of Medicine of USC have found a drug with the potential for curbing painful hyperinflammation from osteoarthritis, according to results of an animal study.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/animal-studies-show-potential-of-new-drug-to-curb-painful-hyperinflammation-from-osteoarthritis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Mar 2023 19:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/animal-studies-show-potential-of-new-drug-to-curb-painful-hyperinflammation-from-osteoarthritis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In Memoriam: Carol Kennedy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carol Kennedy passed away on March 14, 2023.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Carol was a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy and joined UBC in 1996.Carol Kennedy was an instructor in the Orthopaedic Division Manual Therapy Course System for 33 years, an Examiner since 1990, a Chief Examiner for 18 years, and Chair of that group for 9 years. Carol also instructed several specialty courses which she developed on the cervical spine.&nbsp;&nbsp;Carol became a Clinical Specialist in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/in-memoriam-carol-kennedy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Mar 2023 17:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/in-memoriam-carol-kennedy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[People with chronic low back pain may benefit from equine-facilitated therapy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patients with chronic low back pain may benefit from equine-facilitated therapy (EFT), a new study from the University of Eastern Finland shows.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/people-with-chronic-low-back-pain-may-benefit-from-equine-facilitated-therapy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Mar 2023 20:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/people-with-chronic-low-back-pain-may-benefit-from-equine-facilitated-therapy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New guideline focuses on the timing of hip and knee arthroplasty]]></title><description><![CDATA[The American College of Rheumatology and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons released a summary of its new guideline titled "the Optimal Timing of Elective Hip or Knee Arthroplasty for Patients with Symptomatic Moderate to Severe Osteoarthritis or Osteonecrosis Who Have Failed Nonoperative Therapy."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-guideline-focuses-on-the-timing-of-hip-and-knee-arthroplasty/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Mar 2023 20:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-guideline-focuses-on-the-timing-of-hip-and-knee-arthroplasty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Teresa Liu-Ambrose – BBC Interview]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Teresa Liu-Ambrose was interviewed by the BBC about her research findings that show strength training helps people remember things better.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-teresa-liu-ambrose-bbc-interview/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2023 18:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-teresa-liu-ambrose-bbc-interview/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pitt and ēlizur partner to create a device for at-home rehabilitation after rotator cuff repair surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rotator cuff tears are the leading cause of shoulder disability in adults and result in $12 billion in medical bills annually.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pitt-and-lizur-partner-to-create-a-device-for-at-home-rehabilitation-after-rotator-cuff-repair-surgery/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2023 18:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pitt-and-lizur-partner-to-create-a-device-for-at-home-rehabilitation-after-rotator-cuff-repair-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spotlight: Georgia Grenier, MPT-North Class of 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meet Georgia Grenier&nbsp;who is a&nbsp;student in the 2021-2023 UBC Master of Physical Therapy &ndash; North Cohort at UNBC.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/spotlight-georgia-grenier-mpt-north-class-of-2023/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2023 17:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/spotlight-georgia-grenier-mpt-north-class-of-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK HealthCare provides a symphony of support for doctoral student after rare stroke]]></title><description><![CDATA[On a Sunday afternoon in April, Adiel N&aacute;jera&rsquo;s world turned upside down. The 25-year-old University of Kentucky doctoral student knew something was wrong. Earlier that week, he experienced exhaustion, chest pains and trouble driving.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uk-healthcare-provides-a-symphony-of-support-for-doctoral-student-after-rare-stroke/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Mar 2023 19:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uk-healthcare-provides-a-symphony-of-support-for-doctoral-student-after-rare-stroke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Microglia partner with T cells to cause neurodegeneration, study shows]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly two dozen experimental therapies targeting the immune system are in clinical trials for Alzheimer's disease, a reflection of the growing recognition that immune processes play a key role in driving the brain damage that leads to confusion, memory loss and other debilitating symptoms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/microglia-partner-with-t-cells-to-cause-neurodegeneration-study-shows/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Mar 2023 22:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/microglia-partner-with-t-cells-to-cause-neurodegeneration-study-shows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study suggests a new approach for treating metastatic breast cancers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Metastatic breast cancer has no cure and has proven stubbornly resistant to one of the most innovative and promising new cancer treatments: immunotherapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-suggests-a-new-approach-for-treating-metastatic-breast-cancers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Mar 2023 21:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-suggests-a-new-approach-for-treating-metastatic-breast-cancers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Augmenting an antidepressant with aripiprazole may help some older adults with treatment-resistant depression]]></title><description><![CDATA[For older adults with clinical depression that has not responded to standard treatments, adding the drug aripiprazole (brand name Abilify) to an antidepressant they're already taking is more effective than switching from one antidepressant to another, according to a new multicenter study led by Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/augmenting-an-antidepressant-with-aripiprazole-may-help-some-older-adults-with-treatment-resistant-depression/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Mar 2023 20:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/augmenting-an-antidepressant-with-aripiprazole-may-help-some-older-adults-with-treatment-resistant-depression/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Research identifies a possible treatment strategy for rare bone marrow failure syndrome]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bone marrow is the spongy tissue inside bone responsible for making red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets. Bone marrow failure syndromes lead to an increased risk of developing dangerous infections, anemia and an increased risk of blood cancers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/research-identifies-a-possible-treatment-strategy-for-rare-bone-marrow-failure-syndrome/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Mar 2023 23:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/research-identifies-a-possible-treatment-strategy-for-rare-bone-marrow-failure-syndrome/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Linda Li Interviewed by Vancouver Sun]]></title><description><![CDATA[If being active is part of the solution, which types of exercise are best for knees that ache? Dr Linda Lisays a mix of strength training and aerobic exercise is ideal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-linda-li-interviewed-by-vancouver-sun/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2023 21:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-linda-li-interviewed-by-vancouver-sun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Readers and tweeters urgently plea for a proper ‘role’ call in the ER]]></title><description><![CDATA[The story of one patient&rsquo;s ER experience does not at all capture the complexities of an emergency department serving the needs of a stochastic patient population.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/readers-and-tweeters-urgently-plea-for-a-proper-role-call-in-the-er/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2023 17:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/readers-and-tweeters-urgently-plea-for-a-proper-role-call-in-the-er/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[California explores private insurance for immigrants lacking legal status. But is it affordable?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A doctor found cysts in Lilia Becerril's right breast five years ago, but the 51-year-old lacks health insurance. She said she can't afford the imaging to find out if they're cancerous.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/california-explores-private-insurance-for-immigrants-lacking-legal-status-but-is-it-affordable/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2023 12:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/california-explores-private-insurance-for-immigrants-lacking-legal-status-but-is-it-affordable/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: MPT-Fraser Valley &ndash; Research &amp; Teaching Presentations]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
Password:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-mpt-fraser-valley-ndash-research-amp-teaching-presentations/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2023 18:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-mpt-fraser-valley-ndash-research-amp-teaching-presentations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MPT-Fraser Valley &ndash; Research &amp; Teaching Presentations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Faculty, the clinical community, students and staff are invited to attend four sessions as part of the recruitment for the position of Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy to fill the role of Research Lead at the Fraser Valley distributed site. Each Session will include a Research (60-min) and Teaching (30-min) portion to be presented by the candidate on a topic of their choice. The Research Session will include a 35-minute presentation followed by a 20-minute Q&amp;A period]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-fraser-valley-ndash-research-amp-teaching-presentations/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2023 18:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-fraser-valley-ndash-research-amp-teaching-presentations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Computer software can predict what happens when certain gene networks are disrupted]]></title><description><![CDATA[Computer software developed at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis can predict what happens to complex gene networks when individual genes are missing or dialed up more than usual.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/computer-software-can-predict-what-happens-when-certain-gene-networks-are-disrupted/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2023 00:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/computer-software-can-predict-what-happens-when-certain-gene-networks-are-disrupted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Jordan Guenette, Dr Teresa Liu-Ambrose, and Dr Linda Li were awarded CIHR Project Grants]]></title><description><![CDATA[A total of 54 projects led by UBC Faculty of Medicine researchers were awarded more than $26 million in combined funding through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research Project Grant: Fall 2022 competition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-jordan-guenette-dr-teresa-liu-ambrose-and-drlinda-li-were-awarded-cihr-project-grants/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2023 22:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-jordan-guenette-dr-teresa-liu-ambrose-and-drlinda-li-were-awarded-cihr-project-grants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study: Most patients are getting small doses of rehab therapy after stroke]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many patients don't receive much rehabilitation therapy following a stroke, despite strong evidence that higher amounts can reduce long-term disability, according to a new UCLA-led study that tracked over 500 patients across 28 acute care hospitals in their first year following a stroke.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-most-patients-are-getting-small-doses-of-rehab-therapy-after-stroke/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2023 18:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-most-patients-are-getting-small-doses-of-rehab-therapy-after-stroke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[As long-term care staffing crisis worsens, immigrants can bridge the gaps]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Margarette Nerette arrived in the United States from Haiti, she sought safety and a new start.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/as-long-term-care-staffing-crisis-worsens-immigrants-can-bridge-the-gaps/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2023 11:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/as-long-term-care-staffing-crisis-worsens-immigrants-can-bridge-the-gaps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Treatment to boost white blood cells may benefit patients with glioblastoma]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study led by Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis reveals at least one cause of low white blood cell counts in patients treated for glioblastoma and demonstrates a potential treatment strategy that improves survival in mice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/treatment-to-boost-white-blood-cells-may-benefit-patients-with-glioblastoma/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Jan 2023 02:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/treatment-to-boost-white-blood-cells-may-benefit-patients-with-glioblastoma/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Altered amino acid metabolism could contribute to diabetes-associated peripheral neuropathy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Approximately half of people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes experience peripheral neuropathy-;weakness, numbness, and pain, primarily in the hands and feet.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/altered-amino-acid-metabolism-could-contribute-to-diabetes-associated-peripheral-neuropathy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2023 00:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/altered-amino-acid-metabolism-could-contribute-to-diabetes-associated-peripheral-neuropathy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mapping Matters: new cellular atlas of endometriosis for better understanding of the disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this interview, News Medical spoke to Kate Lawrenson, Ph.D., about their latest research which detailed the molecular profile of endometriosis to help improve therapeutic options for the millions of women suffering from the disease.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mapping-matters-new-cellular-atlas-of-endometriosis-for-better-understanding-of-the-disease/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2023 09:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mapping-matters-new-cellular-atlas-of-endometriosis-for-better-understanding-of-the-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study may help explain how excess weight can contribute to diabetes]]></title><description><![CDATA[People who are overweight or obese have a significantly increased risk of developing diabetes, but exactly how that happens is not well understood.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-may-help-explain-how-excess-weight-can-contribute-to-diabetes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2023 19:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-may-help-explain-how-excess-weight-can-contribute-to-diabetes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Jackie Whittaker &amp; Justin Losciale were named to the Arthritis Society Canada&rsquo;s list of Top 10 Research Advances of 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[Original Article &ndash; Arthritis Society Canada announced the&nbsp;Top 10 Arthritis Research Advances of 2022Dr Jackie Whittaker and Justin Losicale (PhD Candidate), along with the entire&nbsp;international OPTIKNEE team that Dr Whittaker leads, have been recognized by the Arthritis Society as one of the top 10 research advances of 2022.Dr Jackie Whittaker<br />
(photo from Arthritis Research Canada)<br />
Justin Losicale<br />
(photo from Arthritis Research Canada)<br />
Finding:&nbsp;Leading an extensive collaborat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-jackie-whittaker-amp-justin-losciale-were-named-to-the-arthritis-society-canadarsquos-list-of-top-10-research-advances-of-2022/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2023 18:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-jackie-whittaker-amp-justin-losciale-were-named-to-the-arthritis-society-canadarsquos-list-of-top-10-research-advances-of-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers demonstrate the role of Klotho protein in the formation of osteoarthritis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers in the United States and Japan have discovered a new mechanism that links age-related cartilage tissue stiffening with the repression of a key protein associated with longevity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-demonstrate-the-role-of-klotho-protein-in-the-formation-of-osteoarthritis/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2023 17:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-demonstrate-the-role-of-klotho-protein-in-the-formation-of-osteoarthritis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study: Almost a third of patients with chronic pain use cannabis]]></title><description><![CDATA[As more U.S. states legalize cannabis (also known as marijuana) for medical and recreational use, increasing numbers of people are experimenting with it for pain relief. According to a new study published in JAMA Network Open, almost a third of patients with chronic pain reported using cannabis to manage it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-almost-a-third-of-patients-with-chronic-pain-use-cannabis/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Jan 2023 04:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-almost-a-third-of-patients-with-chronic-pain-use-cannabis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weighing risks of a major surgery: 7 questions older Americans should ask their surgeon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Larry McMahon, who turns 80 this month, is weighing whether to undergo a major surgery. Over the past five years, his back pain has intensified. Physical therapy, muscle relaxants, and injections aren't offering relief.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/weighing-risks-of-a-major-surgery-7-questions-older-americans-should-ask-their-surgeon/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2023 11:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/weighing-risks-of-a-major-surgery-7-questions-older-americans-should-ask-their-surgeon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mouse study identifies potential targets for treating dry eye disease and corneal injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[People with a condition known as dry eye disease are more likely than those with healthy eyes to suffer injuries to their corneas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mouse-study-identifies-potential-targets-for-treating-dry-eye-disease-and-corneal-injury/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Jan 2023 21:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mouse-study-identifies-potential-targets-for-treating-dry-eye-disease-and-corneal-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study suggests a strategy for preventing the progression of chronic leukemia to aggressive disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[A study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis suggests a strategy for preventing a chronic, slow-growing type of blood cancer from progressing to an aggressive form of leukemia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-suggests-a-strategy-for-preventing-the-progression-of-chronic-leukemia-to-aggressive-disease/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2022 03:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-suggests-a-strategy-for-preventing-the-progression-of-chronic-leukemia-to-aggressive-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study compares two non-invasive interventions for spine pain on disability and health care spending]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pain in the back or the neck is extremely common and accounts for more healthcare spending than any other health condition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-compares-two-non-invasive-interventions-for-spine-pain-on-disability-and-health-care-spending/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2022 06:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-compares-two-non-invasive-interventions-for-spine-pain-on-disability-and-health-care-spending/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Year in Review 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[As 2022 winds to a close, here in the Department of Physical Therapy, we are looking forward to a well-deserved couple of weeks&rsquo; holiday, and we hope that you also find time to enjoy this special season. If each year is a journey, then it&rsquo;s worth pausing to celebrate the milestones that have passed, the colleagues we&rsquo;ve worked with, and our many significant achievements along the way.As you read this Year in Review, I&rsquo;m sure you&rsquo;ll be as impressed as I was at the b]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/year-in-review-2022/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2022 20:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/year-in-review-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New project on ultrasound device for treatment of neuropathic pain to receive NIH funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers from Florida Atlantic University's Schmidt College of Medicine, in collaboration with Albany Medical College in New York, are among seven institutions nationwide selected to receive funding from the National Institutes of Health for their innovative pilot projects to enable new medical devices to diagnose and treat both acute and chronic disorders from neuropathic pain to mental illness.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-project-on-ultrasound-device-for-treatment-of-neuropathic-pain-to-receive-nih-funding/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2022 15:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-project-on-ultrasound-device-for-treatment-of-neuropathic-pain-to-receive-nih-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study: Exercise, mindfulness training, or both do not improve cognitive performance in seniors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Older adults work with exercise trainers as part of a study to see whether exercise, mindfulness training, or both might improve cognitive performance in seniors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-exercise-mindfulness-training-or-both-do-not-improve-cognitive-performance-in-seniors/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2022 19:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-exercise-mindfulness-training-or-both-do-not-improve-cognitive-performance-in-seniors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are you an optimist? Could you learn to be? Your health may depend on it.]]></title><description><![CDATA[When you think about the future, do you expect good or bad things to happen? If you weigh in on the "good" side, you're an optimist. And that has positive implications for your health in later life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/are-you-an-optimist-could-you-learn-to-be-your-health-may-depend-on-it/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2022 11:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/are-you-an-optimist-could-you-learn-to-be-your-health-may-depend-on-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WashU’s nasal COVID-19 vaccine authorized for emergency use in India as a booster]]></title><description><![CDATA[A nasal COVID-19 vaccine based on technology licensed from Washington University in St. Louis has been approved for emergency use in India as a booster for people who have already received two doses of other COVID-19 vaccines.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/washus-nasal-covid-19-vaccine-authorized-for-emergency-use-in-india-as-a-booster/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2022 17:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/washus-nasal-covid-19-vaccine-authorized-for-emergency-use-in-india-as-a-booster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minimally invasive treatment provides long-term relief to patients with carpal tunnel syndrome]]></title><description><![CDATA[A minimally invasive treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome provides complete and long-term relief to patients without the use of corticosteroids, according to research being presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/minimally-invasive-treatment-provides-long-term-relief-to-patients-with-carpal-tunnel-syndrome/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2022 15:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/minimally-invasive-treatment-provides-long-term-relief-to-patients-with-carpal-tunnel-syndrome/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rural Colorado tries to fill health worker gaps with apprenticeships]]></title><description><![CDATA[During her 12-hour overnight shift, Brianna Shelton helps residents at BeeHive Homes Assisted Living go to the bathroom. Many of them have dementia, and some can't get out of bed on their own. Only a few can remember her name, but that doesn't matter to her.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/rural-colorado-tries-to-fill-health-worker-gaps-with-apprenticeships/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2022 11:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/rural-colorado-tries-to-fill-health-worker-gaps-with-apprenticeships/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Frequent surveillance imaging not linked to better outcomes following lung cancer surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Regular postsurgical screening is critical for patients with lung cancer, the United States' second most prevalent type of cancer and leading cause of cancer deaths.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/frequent-surveillance-imaging-not-linked-to-better-outcomes-following-lung-cancer-surgery/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/frequent-surveillance-imaging-not-linked-to-better-outcomes-following-lung-cancer-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should older seniors risk major surgery? New research offers guidance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly 1 in 7 older adults die within a year of undergoing major surgery, according to an important new study that sheds much-needed light on the risks seniors face when having invasive procedures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/should-older-seniors-risk-major-surgery-new-research-offers-guidance/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2022 11:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/should-older-seniors-risk-major-surgery-new-research-offers-guidance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taru Manyanga]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taru Manyanga, PT, PhDAffiliate Assistant Professor &ndash; MPT-NorthContact<br />
taru.manyanga@unbc.ca&nbsp;<br />
Office telephone: 250-960-5583<br />
Research<br />
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Expertise: Assessment of movement behaviors and health indicators (e.g., body composition) in healthy or clinical populations among children and adolescents; role of physical activity in the prevention and management of chronic diseases across the life-course; assessing and comparing movement in behaviors in various settings (e.g.) ru]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/taru-manyanga/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Nov 2022 18:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/taru-manyanga/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can acupuncture alleviate lower back and pelvic pain in pregnant women?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scientists have recently reviewed available evidence on the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture in treating lower back and/or pelvic pain during pregnancy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/can-acupuncture-alleviate-lower-back-and-pelvic-pain-in-pregnant-women/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Nov 2022 11:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/can-acupuncture-alleviate-lower-back-and-pelvic-pain-in-pregnant-women/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Single drug compound may offer a promising new strategy for treating prostate cancer patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[A single drug compound simultaneously attacks hard-to-treat prostate cancer on several fronts, according to a new study in mice and human cells.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/single-drug-compound-may-offer-a-promising-new-strategy-for-treating-prostate-cancer-patients/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Nov 2022 19:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/single-drug-compound-may-offer-a-promising-new-strategy-for-treating-prostate-cancer-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MPT-North Graduate – Sara Norris]]></title><description><![CDATA[This article was originally published on the Faculty of Medicine website.Sara NorrisHometown: Chetwynd, B.C.<br />
Program: Master of Physical Therapy &ndash; NorthWhat attracted you to your field?I decided to pursue physical therapy because I strongly believe in the benefits of physical activity and have always had a passion for helping others. My interests and past experiences led me toward a profession that aligned with my values.What is one piece of advice you have for students entering your progr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-north-graduate-sara-norris/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Nov 2022 18:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-north-graduate-sara-norris/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Teresa Liu-Ambrose and Dr Janice Eng appointed Canada Research Chairs (CRCs)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eight Faculty of Medicine researchers are among a group of Canada Research Chairs (CRCs)&nbsp;announced&nbsp;today by the Government of Canada. UBC received funding for a total of&nbsp;19 chairs, which includes six new CRCs and two renewed CRCs within the Faculty of Medicine.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-teresa-liu-ambrose-and-dr-janice-eng-appointed-canada-research-chairs-crcs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2022 23:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-teresa-liu-ambrose-and-dr-janice-eng-appointed-canada-research-chairs-crcs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Restorative neurostimulation continues to be effective in treating low-back pain for three years]]></title><description><![CDATA[A study has found that restorative neurostimulation continues to be effective in treating low-back pain caused by multifidus dysfunction after three years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/restorative-neurostimulation-continues-to-be-effective-in-treating-low-back-pain-for-three-years/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2022 18:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/restorative-neurostimulation-continues-to-be-effective-in-treating-low-back-pain-for-three-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major life stressors may worsen long COVID symptoms]]></title><description><![CDATA[The death of a loved one, financial or food insecurity, or a newly developed disability were some of the strongest predictors of whether a patient hospitalized for COVID-19 would experience symptoms of long COVID a year later, a new study finds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/major-life-stressors-may-worsen-long-covid-symptoms/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2022 20:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/major-life-stressors-may-worsen-long-covid-symptoms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tissue nanotransfection shows promise as a treatment for traumatic muscle loss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Technology developed by researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine that can change skin tissue into blood vessels and nerve cells has also shown promise as a treatment for traumatic muscle loss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/tissue-nanotransfection-shows-promise-as-a-treatment-for-traumatic-muscle-loss/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2022 20:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/tissue-nanotransfection-shows-promise-as-a-treatment-for-traumatic-muscle-loss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Retirement Announcement – Sue Murphy – Department Head ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Department of Physical Therapy bids a fond farewell to Sue Murphy; a colleague, mentor, and educator.&nbsp;Sue Murphy is a passionate educator who has worked for the UBC Department of Physical Therapy for over 28 years in a number of teaching and educational roles.&nbsp;Sue joined the Department of Physical Therapy as a part-time instructor and clinical faculty member in 1994, concurrently working as Clinical Coordinator for physiotherapy students at Royal Columbian Hospital where she planne]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/retirement-announcement-sue-murphy-department-head/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Nov 2022 18:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/retirement-announcement-sue-murphy-department-head/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Retirement Announcement – Sue Murphy – Department Head ]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
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Password:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-dr-alex-scott-appointed-as-head-ubc-department-of-physical-therapy-effective-november-28-2022/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2022 18:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-dr-alex-scott-appointed-as-head-ubc-department-of-physical-therapy-effective-november-28-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Alex Scott appointed as Head, UBC Department of Physical Therapy effective November 28, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are thrilled to announce that Dr Alex Scott is appointed Head of the UBC Department of Physical Therapy effective November 28, 2022.<br />
Dr Alex Scott is a Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy, which he first joined in 2010. He also serves as a University Senator, and previously served as the President of the Physiotherapy Association of BC.&nbsp;Dr Scott&rsquo;s research focuses on tendinopathy and rehabilitation, and his research group is currently funded by CIHR and NSERC to pursue]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-alex-scott-appointed-as-head-ubc-department-of-physical-therapy-effective-november-28-2022/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2022 18:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-alex-scott-appointed-as-head-ubc-department-of-physical-therapy-effective-november-28-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[COVID-19 presents caregivers with unique challenges not seen in other patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Roughly 21% of hospitalized COVID-19 patients at the height of the pandemic required an intensive care stay and the bulk were cared for by family upon discharge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/covid-19-presents-caregivers-with-unique-challenges-not-seen-in-other-patients/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2022 03:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/covid-19-presents-caregivers-with-unique-challenges-not-seen-in-other-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indigenous Pathway Info Session]]></title><description><![CDATA[November 23, 2022 &ndash; 12:00 PM &ndash; 1:00 PM (PST)This info session is for Indigenous applicants (members of First Nations, Inuit, or M&eacute;tis peoples in Canada). This event will provide a brief overview of the physical therapy profession, help navigate the application process, and meet Indigenous students and staff.We encourage participants to read our&nbsp;Indigenous Applicants&nbsp;page before joining the info session.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/indigenous-pathway-info-session/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2022 18:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/indigenous-pathway-info-session/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Increasing Awareness Surrounding Ataxia]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this interview, we speak to Dr. Lauren Moore from the National Ataxia Foundation about the condition and the importance of raising awareness for ataxia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/increasing-awareness-surrounding-ataxia/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2022 16:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/increasing-awareness-surrounding-ataxia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Huntington's disease impairs autophagy in older patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Huntington's disease, a fatal, inherited neurodegenerative condition, is caused by a genetic error present at birth, though its symptoms often don't begin until middle adulthood.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/huntingtons-disease-impairs-autophagy-in-older-patients/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Oct 2022 00:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/huntingtons-disease-impairs-autophagy-in-older-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New studies point to a broadly applicable treatment for neurodegenerative diseases]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two new studies from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis support development of a broadly applicable treatment for neurodegenerative diseases that targets a molecule that serves as the central executioner in the death of axons, the wiring of the nervous system.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-studies-point-to-a-broadly-applicable-treatment-for-neurodegenerative-diseases/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2022 02:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-studies-point-to-a-broadly-applicable-treatment-for-neurodegenerative-diseases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Susan Harris]]></title><description><![CDATA[Susan Harris, PT, PhD, FCAHSEmeriti ProfessorContactsusan.harris@ubc.ca<br />
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RHSC 587 (Project Supervisor &ndash; Online MRSc Program): Major Project, Part I (3 credits)<br />
RHSC 589 (Project Supervisor &ndash; Online MRSc Program): Major Project, Part II (6 credits)<br />
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Although not actively involved in her own research since her 2008 retirement, Dr. Harris supervises and mentors graduate students an]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/susan-harris/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 19:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/susan-harris/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Darlene Redenbach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Darlene Redenbach, PT, MSc, PhDAssociate Professor of Teaching EmeritiContactdarlene.redenbach@ubc.ca<br />
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Killam Teaching Prize Recipient &ndash; 2009Certificate in Teaching and Learning in Higher EducationTeaching expertise in micro- gross &ndash; and neuro-anatomy;&nbsp;neuropathology and mental illness.Online and practical workshops in gross and neuro-anatomy<br />
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Dr. Redenbach is no longer act]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/darlene-redenbach/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 19:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/darlene-redenbach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Donna MacIntyre]]></title><description><![CDATA[Donna MacIntyre, PT, PhDEmeriti ProfessorContactdonna.macintyre@ubc.ca<br />
work phone:&nbsp;822&ndash;0799TeachingResearchPublicationsOther Professional Activities<br />
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RHSC 587 (Project Supervisor &ndash; Online MRSc Program): Major Project, Part I<br />
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Although not actively involved in her own research since her 2009 retirement, Dr. MacIntyre has been involved as a Major Project Supervisor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/donna-macintyre/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 19:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/donna-macintyre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Elizabeth Dean]]></title><description><![CDATA[Elizabeth Dean, DipPT, BA, MS, PhDEmeriti ProfessorContactelizabeth.dean@ubc.ca<br />
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RHSC 508 (Culture, Health, and Disability)RHSC 515 (Exercise Physiology)PHTH 518 (Exercise and Movement Science)PHTH 558 (Case Based Integration &ndash; guest)<br />
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Dr. Dean&rsquo;s scholarly work focuses on bridging the ultimate knowledge translation gap between what is known about the causes of and factors contri]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/elizabeth-dean/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/elizabeth-dean/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lesley A Bainbridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lesley A Bainbridge, BSR(PT), MEd, PhDEmeriti ProfessorContact<br />
lesley.bainbridge@ubc.ca<br />
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For many years Lesley taught courses such as psychosocial aspects of disability, professionalism, and an omnibus course that included quality improvement, culture, global health and other issues aimed at the broader context of physical therapy practice. For the 10 years before she retired in 2015, she spent the majority of her teachi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/lesley-a-bainbridge/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 19:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/lesley-a-bainbridge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sally Stelling]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sally StellingLecturerContactsallyanne.stelling@ubc.ca<br />
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Sally is working as a Physiotherapist for the Brain Wellness Program at UBC and the UBC Physical Therapy and Research clinic.Sally graduated with a degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Pretoria in 2000 and has since worked in South Africa, Scotland and Canada. She has worked in public health and private practice and has experience working in acute care, long-term rehabilitation and outpatient se]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/sally-stelling/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2022 00:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/sally-stelling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Andrea Reid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sue&nbsp;Murphy,&nbsp;BHSc, MEdDepartment HeadContact<br />
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Sue loves to teach and share her passion for physical therapy and for all things professional. Her areas of teaching interest include professionalism and professional issues, teaching and learning, and topics related to the provision of clinical education.&nbsp; Sue is also interested in Interprofessional education and is curren]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/andrea-reid/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2022 00:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/andrea-reid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Janet Lundie]]></title><description><![CDATA[Janet LundieLecturerContact<br />
janet.lundie@ubc.ca]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/janet-lundie/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2022 00:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/janet-lundie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Helen Honig]]></title><description><![CDATA[Helen HonigLecturerContacthelen.honig@ubc.ca<br />
PT ClinicTeaching<br />
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Helen completed her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at McMaster University, where she also played on the university ice hockey team. She followed this with a Master in Clinical Human Anatomy at The University of Western Ontario, before deciding she wanted something a little more &ldquo;hands-on&rdquo; and completed her physiotherapy degree at The University of British Columbia.Since finishing physiotherapy scho]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/helen-honig/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2022 00:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/helen-honig/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Simone Gruenig]]></title><description><![CDATA[Simone Gruenig, BSc, MSc, PTLecturerContactSimone.Gruenig@ubc.ca<br />
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Simone Gruenig serves as an instructor and course coordinator in the MPT Program. Simone Gruenig teaches primarily in the cardiorespiratory streams of the program, as well as in the pathology, women&rsquo;s health, palliative care and residual limb modules. From 2007 &ndash; 2020 she was allocated to the Cardiorespiratory str]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/simone-gruenig/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2022 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/simone-gruenig/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natalie Grant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Natalie GrantLecturerContactnatalie.grant@ubc.ca<br />
822&ndash;2704]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/natalie-grant/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2022 00:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/natalie-grant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jean Cremin]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jean Cremin, BSc, MSc PT, PhysiotherapistLecturerContactjean.cremin@ubc.ca<br />
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Jean&rsquo;s teaching philosophy is to create a welcoming and open learning environment that encourages strong critical thinking skills and problem solving skills while challenging students to develop sound clinical reasoning and engagement in evidence based practice.Jean&rsquo;s primary teaching focus is on neurological clinical sk]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jean-cremin/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2022 00:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jean-cremin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Teresa Liu-Ambrose won a Faculty of Medicine Distinguished Researcher Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Teresa Liu-Ambrose, professor and Canada Research Chair (CRC) in the department of physical therapy, has been recognized for her world-class research on healthy aging and her invaluable mentorship and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-teresa-liu-ambrose-won-a-faculty-of-medicine-distinguished-researcher-award/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2022 22:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-teresa-liu-ambrose-won-a-faculty-of-medicine-distinguished-researcher-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Kristin Campbell was awarded a Michael Smith Health Research BC Reach Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Kristin Campbell was awarded the Michael Smith Health Research BC Reach Award for her work on knowledge translation and mobilization to support exercise recommendations for people with bone metastases.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-kristin-campbell-was-awarded-a-michael-smith-health-research-bc-reach-award/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2022 22:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-kristin-campbell-was-awarded-a-michael-smith-health-research-bc-reach-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roland Fletcher]]></title><description><![CDATA[Roland Fletcher, BSc, MSc, PTAssistant Professor of TeachingContact<br />
roland.fletcher@ubc.ca<br />
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Roly is the Pain Stream Coordinator for the MPT program and is responsible for developing and teaching the majority of the pain science content throughout the program and also the clinical vestibular content.&nbsp; Roly also assists in a variety of other areas of the program.&nbsp; Roly&rsquo;s teaching philosophy is to create a c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/roland-fletcher/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 22:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/roland-fletcher/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amy Ellis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amy Ellis, BSc PT, MSc PTAssistant Professor of TeachingMPT-Fraser Valley Clinical Site LeadContact<br />
amy.ellis@ubc.ca<br />
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Within her role as MPT-FV Clinical Education Site Lead, Amy teaches pre- and post-placement sessions for the MPT Students within PHTH 534, 554, 574 and the Clinical Educator Workshops to help support Clinical Educators. Course coordinator PHTH 564, Instructor for Critical Care Module in PHTH 564 and is assisting]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/amy-ellis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 21:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/amy-ellis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Anekwe]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Anekwe, BMR, MSc, PhDAssistant Professor of TeachingMPT-North Academic Site LeadContactdavid.anekwe@ubc.ca<br />
655&ndash;7527]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/david-anekwe/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 21:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/david-anekwe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers receive $9 million grant to study how &lsquo;jumping genes&rsquo; influence Alzheimer's disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scientists have identified a handful of gene mutations that cause or contribute to the onset of Alzheimer's disease.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-receive-9-million-grant-to-study-how-lsquojumping-genesrsquo-influence-alzheimers-disease/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 05:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-receive-9-million-grant-to-study-how-lsquojumping-genesrsquo-influence-alzheimers-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Courtney Pollock]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sue&nbsp;Murphy,&nbsp;BHSc, MEdAssistant ProfessorContact<br />
courtney.pollock@ubc.ca<br />
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Dr. Pollock will serve as course coordinator of RHSC 420 (Neuroscience) and build up her teaching commitment in that course over the next few years. She also contributes to teaching in PHTH 517 and 544.<br />
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Dr. Courtney Pollock was recently appointed as an Assistant Professor in July 2018.&nbsp; She trained as a physiotherapi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/courtney-pollock/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 22:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/courtney-pollock/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robin Roots]]></title><description><![CDATA[Robin K Roots, BA, BHSc PT, MScAssociate Professor of Teaching<br />
MPT-North Clinical Site Lead<br />
Contactrobin.roots@ubc.ca<br />
work phone:&nbsp;960&ndash;5684&nbsp;<br />
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http://www.unbc.ca/physiotherapy/<br />
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&bull; Coordination of Clinical Education for the Northern program&bull; Teaching in the MPT curriculum regarding rural health, physiotherapy practice in rural and remote contexts, cultural safety, cultural competency]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/robin-roots/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 22:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/robin-roots/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Naznin Virji-Babul]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sue&nbsp;Murphy,&nbsp;BHSc, MEdDepartment HeadContact<br />
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Sue loves to teach and share her passion for physical therapy and for all things professional. Her areas of teaching interest include professionalism and professional issues, teaching and learning, and topics related to the provision of clinical education.&nbsp; Sue is also interested in Interprofessional education and is curren]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/naznin-virji-babul/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 22:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/naznin-virji-babul/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jackie Whittaker]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jackie Whittaker, BScPT, PhDAssociate Professor<br />
Research Scientist of Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, Arthritis Research Centre<br />
Contactjackie.whittaker@ubc.ca<br />
phone:&nbsp;714&ndash;4105Lab Information<br />
UBC Koerner Pavilion 3rd floor<br />
2211 Wesbrook Mall<br />
Vancouver,&nbsp;BC&nbsp;V6T1Z3msklab.med.ubc.caTeachingResearchPublicationsOther Professional Activities<br />
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In addition to providing mentorship to MSc, PhD students and Postdoctoral Fellows in her lab, Dr. Whittaker provides lectures]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jackie-whittaker/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 22:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jackie-whittaker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jordan Guenette]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jordan Guenette, BHK, MSc, PhDAssociate Professor<br />
Director of the Cardiopulmonary Exercise Physiology Laboratory<br />
Associate Director, Centre for Heart Lung Innovation, St. Paul&rsquo;s Hospital<br />
Contactjordan.guenette@hli.ubc.ca<br />
682&ndash;2344Lab Information<br />
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Physiology Laboratory &ndash; Burrard Building&nbsp;Rm. 452<br />
St. Paul&rsquo;s Hospitalhttp://cpep.rehab.med.ubc.ca/TeachingResearchPublicationsOther Professional Activities<br />
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Dr. Guenette&rsquo;s teachi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jordan-guenette/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 22:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jordan-guenette/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pat Camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pat Camp, PT, PhDAssociate ProfessorPrincipal Investigator, UBC Centre for Heart Lung InnovationDirector, Pulmonary Rehabilitation Research LaboratoryContact<br />
pat.camp@hli.ubc.caphone:&nbsp;806&ndash;9144fax:&nbsp;806&ndash;9274<br />
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UBC Centre for Heart Lung Innovation166-1081 Burrard StreetVancouver,&nbsp;British Columbia&nbsp;V6Z 1Y6Lab websitehttp://prrl.rehab.med.ubc.ca/Clinician-Scientist, UBC James Hogg Research Centre St. Paul&rsquo;s Hospital, Vancouver, BCUBC Centre for Hear]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pat-camp/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 22:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pat-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2022 Faculty Of Medicine Award Recipients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Each year, the Faculty of Medicine recognizes faculty and staff members for excellence in teaching, research, administration, innovation and public service.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/2022-faculty-of-medicine-award-recipients/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 20:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/2022-faculty-of-medicine-award-recipients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lara Boyd]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lara Boyd, PT, PhDProfessor<br />
Wall Scholar<br />
Director, Brain Behaviour Laboratory<br />
Contactlara.boyd@ubc.ca<br />
phone:&nbsp;822&ndash;7197Lab Information<br />
3rd floor&nbsp;T142a<br />
UBC HospitalLab website<br />
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&nbsp;Dr. Boyd&rsquo;s dedicates significant time supervising her graduate students and Post-doctoral fellows. In the MPT program she teaches Neuropathology (PHTH 512) as well as content that includes mot]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/lara-boyd/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 20:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/lara-boyd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Janice Eng]]></title><description><![CDATA[Janice Eng, BSR (PT/OT), MSc, PhDProfessor<br />
Associate Dean, Funding, Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies<br />
Contactjanice.eng@ubc.ca<br />
714&ndash;4105Lab Information<br />
GF Strong Rehabilitation Centre<br />
4255 Laurel Street<br />
http://neurorehab.med.ubc.ca/TeachingResearchPublicationsOther Professional Activities<br />
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PHTH 518: Posture, Movement &amp; Exercise (functional movement module)RHSC 520: Neurorehabilitation<br />
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Dr. Eng spends 90% of her time]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/janice-eng/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 19:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/janice-eng/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alex Scott]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Scott, PhDProfessorContactalex.scott@ubc.ca<br />
phone:&nbsp;822&ndash;1353Lab Information<br />
Centre for Hip Health and Mobility<br />
2635 Laurel Street<br />
Robert H.N. Ho Research Centre<br />
Vancouver,&nbsp;BC&nbsp;V5Z 1M9<br />
TeachingResearchPublicationsOther Professional Activities<br />
TeachingOpenClose<br />
Dr Scott&rsquo;s teaching interests include the principles of mechanobiology and tissue healing-core concepts for the Physiotherapy profession. He encourages students to think biologically and to maintain a question]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/alex-scott/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 19:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/alex-scott/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teresa Liu-Ambrose]]></title><description><![CDATA[Teresa Liu-Ambrose, PT, PhDProfessor<br />
Canada Research Chair (Tier II), Physical Activity, Mobility, and Cognitive Neuroscience<br />
Director, Aging, Mobility, and Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory<br />
Contactteresa.ambrose@ubc.ca<br />
work phone:&nbsp;875&ndash;4111<br />
fax:&nbsp;875&ndash;5129Lab Information<br />
Aging, Mobility, and Cognitive Neuroscience Lab&nbsp;Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health<br />
2215 Wesbrook Mall<br />
Vancouver,&nbsp;BC&nbsp;V6T 1Z3http://cogmob.rehab.med.ubc.ca/TeachingResearchPublicationsOt]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/teresa-liu-ambrose/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/teresa-liu-ambrose/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Linda Li]]></title><description><![CDATA[Linda Li, PT, PhDProfessorProfessor &amp; Harold Robinson/Arthritis Society Chair in Arthritic Diseases Canada Research Chair (Tier II) in Patient-Oriented Knowledge Translation Director, Arthritis, Joint Health &amp; Knowledge Translation Research ProgramContactlli@arthritisresearch.ca<br />
207&ndash;4020Lab Information<br />
Arthritis Research Centre of Canadahttp://www.arthritis.rehab.med.ubc.ca/TeachingResearchPublicationsOther Professional Activities<br />
TeachingOpenClose<br />
PHTH 565 (Rheumatology)<br />
ResearchO]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/linda-li/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 19:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/linda-li/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Hunt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Hunt, BHK, MPT, MSc, PhDProfessorContact<br />
michael.hunt@ubc.ca<br />
Lab Information<br />
UBC Hospital<br />
3rd Floor Koerner Pavillion T123http://mablab.rehab.med.ubc.ca/TeachingResearchPublicationsOther Professional Activities<br />
TeachingOpenClose<br />
PHTH 518: Posture, Movement &amp; Exercise<br />
ResearchOpenClose<br />
Dr. Hunt&rsquo;s research interests focus on identifying changes in movement patterns and biomechanics as a result of injury or disease. The&nbsp;Motion Analysis and Biofeedback Laboratory&nbsp;uses st]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/michael-hunt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 19:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/michael-hunt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angelina Woof]]></title><description><![CDATA[Angelina WoofAssociate Head Clinical EducationAssistant Professor of TeachingContact<br />
angelina.woof@ubc.ca<br />
Expertise<br />
Pediatric Rehabilitation and Clinical Education<br />
Teaching<br />
TeachingOpenClose<br />
Within her role as Associate Head, Clinical Education, Angelina also teaches pre- and post-placement sessions for the MPT Students within PHTH 534, 554, 574 and the Clinical Educator Workshops to help support Clinical Educators.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/angelina-woof/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2022 23:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/angelina-woof/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alison Greig]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alison Greig, BHK, BSc (PT), PhDAssociate Head MPT ProgramAssociate Professor of TeachingContactalison.greig@ubc.ca<br />
phone:&nbsp;822&ndash;7571ExpertiseEducational Scholarship and education for internationally trained clinicians<br />
&nbsp;TeachingResearchPublicationsOther Professional Activities<br />
TeachingOpenClose<br />
Alison has been recognized for her teaching contributions and received the Faculty of Medicine Distinguished Achievement Award for Excellence in Education (2014) and Physiotherapy Associati]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/alison-greig/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2022 23:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/alison-greig/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kristin Campbell, PT, MSc, PhD]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kristin Campbell, PT, MSc, PhDAssociate Head ResearchProfessorContact<br />
827-4704 (Friedman Office)<br />
827-1914 (Koerner lab)<br />
Expertise<br />
The role of physical activity in the prevention and rehabilitation of chronic disease, particularly cancer<br />
Lab Information<br />
UBC Hospital Koerner Pavilion T114 (3rd Floor)http://cepl.rehab.med.ubc.ca/TeachingResearchPublicationsOther Professional Activities<br />
TeachingOpenClose<br />
PHTH 518 &ndash; Exercise and Movement<br />
PHTH 514 &ndash; Clinical Practice I<br />
PHTH 564 &ndash; Ci]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kristin-campbell-pt-msc-phd/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2022 23:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kristin-campbell-pt-msc-phd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kristin Campbell]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kristin Campbell, PT, MSc, PhDAssociate Head ResearchProfessorContact<br />
827-4704 (Friedman Office)<br />
827-1914 (Koerner lab)<br />
Expertise<br />
The role of physical activity in the prevention and rehabilitation of chronic disease, particularly cancer<br />
Lab Information<br />
UBC Hospital Koerner Pavilion T114 (3rd Floor)http://cepl.rehab.med.ubc.ca/TeachingResearchPublicationsOther Professional Activities<br />
TeachingOpenClose<br />
PHTH 518 &ndash; Exercise and Movement<br />
PHTH 514 &ndash; Clinical Practice I<br />
PHTH 564 &ndash; Ci]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kristin-campbell/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2022 23:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kristin-campbell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sue Murphy, BHSc, MEd]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sue&nbsp;Murphy,&nbsp;BHSc, MEdDepartment HeadContactsue.murphy@ubc.ca<br />
822&ndash;7414Expertise<br />
Educational Scholarship and Professionalism<br />
TeachingResearchPublicationsOther Professional Activities<br />
TeachingOpenClose<br />
Sue loves to teach and share her passion for physical therapy and for all things professional. Her areas of teaching interest include professionalism and professional issues, teaching and learning, and topics related to the provision of clinical education.&nbsp; Sue is also intereste]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/sue-murphy-bhsc-med/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2022 23:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/sue-murphy-bhsc-med/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sue Murphy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sue&nbsp;Murphy,&nbsp;BHSc, MEdDepartment HeadContactsue.murphy@ubc.ca<br />
822&ndash;7414TeachingResearchPublicationsOther Professional Activities<br />
TeachingOpenClose<br />
Sue loves to teach and share her passion for physical therapy and for all things professional. Her areas of teaching interest include professionalism and professional issues, teaching and learning, and topics related to the provision of clinical education.&nbsp; Sue is also interested in Interprofessional education and is currently the&]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/sue-murphy/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2022 23:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/sue-murphy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New algorithm may help predict the risk of Alzheimer's dementia]]></title><description><![CDATA[When people participate in studies of aging, they often want to know what their individual risks of developing dementia from Alzheimer's disease are. Washington University researchers have developed an algorithm that can help provide them with information about what their risks may be.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-algorithm-may-help-predict-the-risk-of-alzheimers-dementia/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2022 15:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-algorithm-may-help-predict-the-risk-of-alzheimers-dementia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patients with late-stage knee OA incur high costs for nonoperative treatments before total knee arthroplasty]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the year before total knee arthroplasty (TKA), patients incur considerable costs for nonoperative treatments and other procedures for osteoarthritis (OA) &ndash; raising questions about the value of those procedures, reports a study in The Journal of Bone &amp; Joint Surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/patients-with-late-stage-knee-oa-incur-high-costs-for-nonoperative-treatments-before-total-knee-arthroplasty/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2022 15:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/patients-with-late-stage-knee-oa-incur-high-costs-for-nonoperative-treatments-before-total-knee-arthroplasty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unlocking the mysteries of concussion and the brain – UBC Faculty of Medicine]]></title><description><![CDATA[New UBC research could make diagnosis, treatment and prevention more effective for everyone &mdash; especially women.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/unlocking-the-mysteries-of-concussion-and-the-brain-ubc-faculty-of-medicine/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2022 17:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/unlocking-the-mysteries-of-concussion-and-the-brain-ubc-faculty-of-medicine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UC San Diego team receives $1.2 million to create a novel system to study chronic low back pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[A multidisciplinary team led by researchers at UC San Diego has received $1.2 million from the National Science Foundation to create a novel system to study and inform the treatment of chronic low back pain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uc-san-diego-team-receives-12-million-to-create-a-novel-system-to-study-chronic-low-back-pain/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2022 02:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uc-san-diego-team-receives-12-million-to-create-a-novel-system-to-study-chronic-low-back-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PABC Digital Directions]]></title><description><![CDATA[This week, PABC announced the second edition of the Digital Directions magazine. There is a fantastic collection of contributors with UBC connections, including David Locke (clinical instructor), Helen Honig (lead physiotherapist at the PTRC), Sally-Anne Stelling (supervising physiotherapist at the PTRC), Carly Slater (clinical educator), and Robin Roots (MPT-North Clinical Site Lead).As it is currently membership renewal season, PABC was happy to share the latest edition with the community to h]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pabc-digital-directions/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2022 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pabc-digital-directions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Experimental drug prolongs survival, improves muscle function in mice severe Duchenne muscular dystrophy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine report that an experimental drug first developed to treat kidney disease prolongs survival and improves muscle function in mice genetically engineered to develop a severe form of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/experimental-drug-prolongs-survival-improves-muscle-function-in-mice-severe-duchenne-muscular-dystrophy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2022 01:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/experimental-drug-prolongs-survival-improves-muscle-function-in-mice-severe-duchenne-muscular-dystrophy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[September 2022 – Truth and Reconciliation Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Raising of the Reconciliation Pole by Hereditary Chief 7idansuu (James Hart), Haida, in 2017<br />
On September 30th, Canada will hold its 2nd National Truth and Reconciliation day also known as Orange Shirt Day. This day commemorates the missing and murdered children from residential schools and honours the healing journey of residential school survivors. What were the residential schools?This 6-minute video provides a short timeline of these institutions, including the release of the final report f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/september-2022-truth-and-reconciliation-month/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2022 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/september-2022-truth-and-reconciliation-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cynthia Lau – Recipient of the Carol Kennedy Scholarship for the GCOMPT program]]></title><description><![CDATA[A big congratulations to Cynthia Lau who is the recipient of the Carol Kennedy Scholarship for the GCOMPT program!This scholarship was created to acknowledge the foundational role that Carol Kennedy has played in developing and nurturing the UBC Graduate Certificate in Orthopaedic Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy (GCOMPT) within the UBC Department of Physical Therapy.&nbsp;Name and Title(s):&nbsp;Cynthia Lau &ndash; Registered Physiotherapist&nbsp;&nbsp;Where do you work?&nbsp;NeuMovement Pilate]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cynthia-lau-recipient-of-the-carol-kennedy-scholarship-for-the-gcompt-program/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2022 17:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cynthia-lau-recipient-of-the-carol-kennedy-scholarship-for-the-gcompt-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First nasal vaccine for COVID-19 approved in India for emergency use]]></title><description><![CDATA[The world's first nasal vaccine for COVID-19 was approved Tuesday, Sept. 6, in India for emergency use. The vaccine, called iNCOVACC, is based on technology licensed from Washington University in St. Louis and developed in collaboration with Bharat Biotech International Limited in India.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/first-nasal-vaccine-for-covid-19-approved-in-india-for-emergency-use/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2022 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/first-nasal-vaccine-for-covid-19-approved-in-india-for-emergency-use/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New research focuses on restoring movement after spinal cord injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[People with spinal cord injuries often experience life-long movement impairment or paralysis, for which there is no cure. When coupled with rehabilitative exercise, electrical spinal cord stimulation can help restore some movement, though the mechanisms of how the nerves in the spinal cord recover are unknown.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-research-focuses-on-restoring-movement-after-spinal-cord-injury/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2022 01:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-research-focuses-on-restoring-movement-after-spinal-cord-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men with low testosterone may have higher risk of COVID-19 hospitalization]]></title><description><![CDATA[Men with low testosterone who develop COVID-19 are at elevated risk of becoming seriously ill and ending up in the hospital, according to a study by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and Saint Louis University School of Medicine.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/men-with-low-testosterone-may-have-higher-risk-of-covid-19-hospitalization/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2022 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/men-with-low-testosterone-may-have-higher-risk-of-covid-19-hospitalization/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Janice Eng becomes a member of the UBC Quarter Century Club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Janice Eng qualified to become a member of the UBC Quarter Century Club which celebrates these significant years of service provided by faculty. Congratulations, Janice!]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-janice-eng-becomes-a-member-of-the-ubc-quarter-century-club/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2022 17:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-janice-eng-becomes-a-member-of-the-ubc-quarter-century-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Simple blood test may identify patients at high risk of neurotoxic complications after CAR-T cell therapy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cell-based immunotherapy called CAR-T cell therapy has revolutionized the treatment of several cancers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/simple-blood-test-may-identify-patients-at-high-risk-of-neurotoxic-complications-after-car-t-cell-therapy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2022 18:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/simple-blood-test-may-identify-patients-at-high-risk-of-neurotoxic-complications-after-car-t-cell-therapy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers reveal details of two key transition points in the development of pancreatic tumors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pancreatic cancer has few treatment options and limited survival, with only 9% of patients still living five years after diagnosis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-reveal-details-of-two-key-transition-points-in-the-development-of-pancreatic-tumors/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2022 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-reveal-details-of-two-key-transition-points-in-the-development-of-pancreatic-tumors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[40th Anniversary of the UBC Rehabilitation Sciences Alumni Bursary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Class of 1982 reunion in June 2022<br />
The UBC Rehabilitation Sciences Alumni Bursary was first established in 1982 by the Rehabilitation Student Council, with a letter-writing campaign for BSR* alumni.<br />
Prior to 1982, all rehabilitation science students were provided with a government stipend which helped students with the costs of their education. The first bursary of $500 was awarded the next year to the first recipient in 1983. Currently, the endowed bursary is awarded to up to six students each]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/40th-anniversary-of-the-ubc-rehabilitation-sciences-alumni-bursary/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2022 23:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/40th-anniversary-of-the-ubc-rehabilitation-sciences-alumni-bursary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$13 million PCORI funding aims to support the study of fracture prevention strategies for osteoporosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[University of Maryland School of Medicine faculty from the Department of Epidemiology &amp; Public Health and the Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science are co-recipients of a $13 million funding award from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute to compare interventions used to improve mobility and prevent future fractures in older adults recovering from a hip or leg fracture.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/13-million-pcori-funding-aims-to-support-the-study-of-fracture-prevention-strategies-for-osteoporosis/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2022 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/13-million-pcori-funding-aims-to-support-the-study-of-fracture-prevention-strategies-for-osteoporosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cancer-related fatigue contributes to balance problems following exposure to chemotherapy for breast cancer]]></title><description><![CDATA[For many women who have undergone chemotherapy for breast cancer, cancer-related fatigue (CRF) is a persistent side effect &ndash; and one that contributes to ongoing balance problems, suggests a paper in Rehabilitation Oncology, official journal of APTA Oncology, an academy of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cancer-related-fatigue-contributes-to-balance-problems-following-exposure-to-chemotherapy-for-breast-cancer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2022 18:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cancer-related-fatigue-contributes-to-balance-problems-following-exposure-to-chemotherapy-for-breast-cancer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New gel-based cartilage substitute is stronger and more durable than the real thing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over-the-counter pain relievers, physical therapy, steroid injections -- some people have tried it all and are still dealing with knee pain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-gel-based-cartilage-substitute-is-stronger-and-more-durable-than-the-real-thing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2022 02:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-gel-based-cartilage-substitute-is-stronger-and-more-durable-than-the-real-thing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Experimental drug protects mice from sudden death due to blood vessel rupture]]></title><description><![CDATA[An experimental drug therapy protects mice from sudden death due to the rupture of a major blood vessel in the abdomen, according to a study from researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/experimental-drug-protects-mice-from-sudden-death-due-to-blood-vessel-rupture/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2022 15:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/experimental-drug-protects-mice-from-sudden-death-due-to-blood-vessel-rupture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early initiation of physical therapy for patients with lower back pain linked with less health care resource utilization]]></title><description><![CDATA[Early initiation of physical therapy (PT) for U.S. patients with acute lower back pain (LBP) was associated with less health care resource use in the first month and the first year after the initial onset of symptoms, according to a new study by Johns Hopkins Medicine.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/early-initiation-of-physical-therapy-for-patients-with-lower-back-pain-linked-with-less-health-care-resource-utilization/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2022 00:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/early-initiation-of-physical-therapy-for-patients-with-lower-back-pain-linked-with-less-health-care-resource-utilization/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pilot program designed to help patients manage heart failure results in fewer readmissions]]></title><description><![CDATA[A pilot program at a New York hospital designed to help patients manage heart failure after being discharged from the hospital quickly improved patient adherence to their medication and treatment plan, and resulted in fewer readmissions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pilot-program-designed-to-help-patients-manage-heart-failure-results-in-fewer-readmissions/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2022 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pilot-program-designed-to-help-patients-manage-heart-failure-results-in-fewer-readmissions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study shows the efficacy of Yoga of Immortals mobile app for urinary incontinence]]></title><description><![CDATA[People with loss of urinary control who used the Yoga of Immortals mobile app &ndash; a globally used app that combines specific yogic postures in the Sanatan tradition with breathing exercises, sound therapy and meditation &ndash; found significant improvement in the frequency and severity of urine leaks at four weeks of practice, according to a Rutgers study.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-shows-the-efficacy-of-yoga-of-immortals-mobile-app-for-urinary-incontinence/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2022 04:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-shows-the-efficacy-of-yoga-of-immortals-mobile-app-for-urinary-incontinence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kessler Foundation researchers receive NJHF grants to advance research in neurological disabilities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Each year, New Jersey Health Foundation (NJHF) accepts applications for grants for research projects that demonstrate exciting potential to help scientists leverage their preliminary findings to qualify for additional funding to advance their research. This year, grants were awarded to three researchers at Kessler Foundation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kessler-foundation-researchers-receive-njhf-grants-to-advance-research-in-neurological-disabilities/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kessler-foundation-researchers-receive-njhf-grants-to-advance-research-in-neurological-disabilities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[JEDI News &amp; Learning Opportunities &ndash; July 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[JEDI Working Group Launched and Early Activity<br />
The Department of Physical Therapy&rsquo;s newly formed JEDI working group officially got off the ground end at the end of February, with members who&rsquo;re passionately contributing their diversity of voices, experiences, identities and expertise from the UBC PT community across UBC-Vancouver, UNBC and beyond! &nbsp;<br />
Since launching, the working group dove into a JEDI visioning process, informed by a needs assessment conducted by Rehana, JEDI Imp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jedi-news-amp-learning-opportunities-ndash-july-2022/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2022 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jedi-news-amp-learning-opportunities-ndash-july-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study: Prescribing rate of non-opioid pain medications increased after 2016 CDC guideline]]></title><description><![CDATA[After the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a guideline for prescribing opioids to patients experiencing chronic pain in 2016, the prescribing rate of non-opioid pain medication increased each year above and beyond what would be expected based on the preexisting trends, a new study finds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-prescribing-rate-of-non-opioid-pain-medications-increased-after-2016-cdc-guideline/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2022 15:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-prescribing-rate-of-non-opioid-pain-medications-increased-after-2016-cdc-guideline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lower diaphragmatic thickness found among long COVID patients with unspecific fatigue and dyspnea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers defined the sonographic diaphragm phenotype of long coronavirus disease (COVID) patients with unspecific fatigue and dyspnea.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/lower-diaphragmatic-thickness-found-among-long-covid-patients-with-unspecific-fatigue-and-dyspnea/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2022 12:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/lower-diaphragmatic-thickness-found-among-long-covid-patients-with-unspecific-fatigue-and-dyspnea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Linda Li Receives a 2022 Faculty of Medicine Distinguished Achievement Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Each year, the Faculty of Medicine recognizes faculty members who exemplify exceptional contributions in the areas of education, research and/or service, and who are dedicated to advancing both the Faculty&rsquo;s values and vision of transforming health for everyone.Congratulations to Dr Linda Li &ndash; recipient of a 2022 Faculty of Medicine Distinguished Achievement Award for Excellence in Clinical or Applied Research.View all award winners]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-linda-li-receives-a-2022-faculty-of-medicine-distinguished-achievement-award/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jun 2022 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-linda-li-receives-a-2022-faculty-of-medicine-distinguished-achievement-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers assess the evidence basis for medications used to treat spine-related pain in older adults]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spine-related pain is increasingly common in older adults. While medications play an important role in pain management, their use has limitations in geriatric patients due to reduced liver and kidney function, comorbid medical problems and polypharmacy (the simultaneous use of multiple drugs to treat medical conditions).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-assess-the-evidence-basis-for-medications-used-to-treat-spine-related-pain-in-older-adults/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jun 2022 02:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-assess-the-evidence-basis-for-medications-used-to-treat-spine-related-pain-in-older-adults/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NYU Langone Health continues to broaden access to high-quality care with recent expansions]]></title><description><![CDATA[NYU Langone Health continues to broaden access to high-quality primary and specialty care with recent expansions on Long Island and in Brooklyn and southeast Florida.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nyu-langone-health-continues-to-broaden-access-to-high-quality-care-with-recent-expansions/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2022 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nyu-langone-health-continues-to-broaden-access-to-high-quality-care-with-recent-expansions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Expanded UBC Master of Physical Therapy program coming to Surrey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Original story from the Faculty of Medicine<br />
BC Government Press ReleaseMore people in Surrey and the Fraser Valley will be able to pursue careers in physical therapy, thanks to a new training space in Surrey for UBC&rsquo;s Master of Physical Therapy program.<br />
&ldquo;Physical therapists provide vital and life-improving services for British Columbians. We know there&rsquo;s an increasing need for their services across all regions of the province, including the Fraser Health region. That&rsquo;s wh]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/expanded-ubc-master-of-physical-therapy-program-coming-to-surrey/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2022 13:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/expanded-ubc-master-of-physical-therapy-program-coming-to-surrey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health care startups turn to ‘coaches’ to help patients cope and monitor treatment]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 2011, Sean Duffy and Adrian James were sitting in San Francisco's Dolores Park debating what to call some workers at the company they founded, Omada Health.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/health-care-startups-turn-to-coaches-to-help-patients-cope-and-monitor-treatment/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2022 12:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/health-care-startups-turn-to-coaches-to-help-patients-cope-and-monitor-treatment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BC Gov News – Expanded UBC Master of Physical Therapy Program Coming to Surrey]]></title><description><![CDATA[View the full press release here.<br />
View the Faculty of Medicine article here.More people in Surrey and the Fraser Valley will be able to pursue careers in physical therapy at a new training space coming to Surrey.<br />
&ldquo;Physical therapists provide vital and life-improving services for British Columbians. We know there&rsquo;s an increasing need for their services across the province, including the Fraser Health region. That&rsquo;s why we are investing in this new location to support current and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/bc-gov-news-expanded-ubc-master-of-physical-therapy-program-coming-to-surrey/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2022 17:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/bc-gov-news-expanded-ubc-master-of-physical-therapy-program-coming-to-surrey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Medical societies publish guidelines on how to treat pre-invasive lesions of the vulva]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four international medical societies have collaborated on consensus statements for physicians, published in the Journal of Lower Genital Tract Disease, about how to treat pre-invasive lesions of the vulva.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/medical-societies-publish-guidelines-on-how-to-treat-pre-invasive-lesions-of-the-vulva/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2022 03:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/medical-societies-publish-guidelines-on-how-to-treat-pre-invasive-lesions-of-the-vulva/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newly developed hydrogel proven effective in relieving chronic low back pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[An experimental formulation of a hydrogel, injected into spinal discs, proved safe and effective in substantially relieving chronic low back pain caused by degenerative disc disease (DDD), according to new research to be presented at the Society of Interventional Radiology Annual Scientific Meeting, in Boston.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/newly-developed-hydrogel-proven-effective-in-relieving-chronic-low-back-pain/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2022 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/newly-developed-hydrogel-proven-effective-in-relieving-chronic-low-back-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study: Halting in-person postoperative visits due to Covid-19 did not affect knee replacement outcomes]]></title><description><![CDATA[A study at Hospital for Special Surgery found that halting in-person postoperative visits in March 2020 due to COVID-19 did not lead to a higher complication rate, nor did it affect patient-reported outcomes after knee replacement surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-halting-in-person-postoperative-visits-due-to-covid-19-did-not-affect-knee-replacement-outcomes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2022 05:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-halting-in-person-postoperative-visits-due-to-covid-19-did-not-affect-knee-replacement-outcomes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jason Craig joins as a PT Knowledge Broker]]></title><description><![CDATA[July is a time of transition in the position of PT Knowledge Broker working with Alison Hoens &ndash; we say a heartfelt thank you to Paul Blazey for his exemplary work over the past year and extend a warm welcome to Jason Craig who steps into the position. We wish Paul all the best for happiness and success in the next steps in his career. Here are a few words of introduction from Jason:I am honoured to be joining Alison as a PT Knowledge Broker and feel privileged to be working with all of you]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jason-craig-joins-as-a-pt-knowledge-broker/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2022 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jason-craig-joins-as-a-pt-knowledge-broker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Got long covid? Medical expertise is vital, and seniors should prepare to go slow]]></title><description><![CDATA[Older adults who have survived covid-19 are more likely than younger patients to have persistent symptoms such as fatigue, breathlessness, muscle aches, heart palpitations, headaches, joint pain, and difficulty with memory and concentration &mdash; problems linked to long covid.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/got-long-covid-medical-expertise-is-vital-and-seniors-should-prepare-to-go-slow/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2022 12:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/got-long-covid-medical-expertise-is-vital-and-seniors-should-prepare-to-go-slow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Living in areas with high social vulnerability associated with worse outcomes after traumatic injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Traumatic injuries -; such as physical injuries resulting from a car accident, fall, gunshot or stabbing -; are one of the most common causes of impairment and disability worldwide.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/living-in-areas-with-high-social-vulnerability-associated-with-worse-outcomes-after-traumatic-injury/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2022 05:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/living-in-areas-with-high-social-vulnerability-associated-with-worse-outcomes-after-traumatic-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Alex Scott awarded 2022 Innovation and Translational Research Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[VCHRI&rsquo;s Innovative and Translation Research Awards fund innovative research that will improve health care systems and the well-being of patients across Vancouver Coastal Health and Providence Health Care. This year&rsquo;s recipients are putting new knowledge into practice, implementing research outcomes and turning discoveries into commercial opportunities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-alex-scott-awarded-2022-innovation-and-translational-research-award/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2022 19:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-alex-scott-awarded-2022-innovation-and-translational-research-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BBC – CrowdScience: How do you balance on a bicycle?]]></title><description><![CDATA[AUDIO: Dr Lara Boyd explained the science behind how we learn to ride a bicycle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/bbc-crowdscience-how-do-you-balance-on-a-bicycle/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 May 2022 19:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/bbc-crowdscience-how-do-you-balance-on-a-bicycle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cedars-Sinai geriatricians create program to catch at-risk older adults before they fall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Falls and broken bones are common among older adults, but they're not a natural part of aging. That's why Cedars-Sinai geriatricians created a bone health and falls risk consultation program to catch at-risk people before they break a bone or help them avoid another fracture in the future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cedars-sinai-geriatricians-create-program-to-catch-at-risk-older-adults-before-they-fall/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 May 2022 02:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cedars-sinai-geriatricians-create-program-to-catch-at-risk-older-adults-before-they-fall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Physiotherapy Month 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[May is National Physiotherapy Month in Canada.<br />
Physical therapists are primary care professionals who work in a variety of settings, such as rehabilitation centers, hospitals, community health centers, and private clinics in both rural and urban areas. This month,&nbsp; physiotherapists in every province and territory to talk about what we do, and the many ways we&rsquo;re helping patients&nbsp;get moving for life again.<br />
From helping Canadians recover from illness to helping improve the flexibil]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/national-physiotherapy-month-2022/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 May 2022 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/national-physiotherapy-month-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OPERAS App Wins the Arthritis Society Olga Munari Ideator Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Dr Linda Li and her team who won the Arthritis Society Olga Munari Ideator Award for the OPERAS App development.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
At the inaugural Arthritis Ideator Awards, OPERAS received the Arthritis Society Olga Munari Ideator Award. The four winners were selected from among eight finalists who presented their innovations to the judges at the event held at MaRS in Toronto.<br />
OPERAS is an app-based program to empower active self-care, capturing information on the go, and providing]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/operas-app-wins-the-arthritis-society-olga-munari-ideator-award/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Apr 2022 19:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/operas-app-wins-the-arthritis-society-olga-munari-ideator-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OPERAS App Wins the Arthritis Society Ideator Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Dr Linda Li and her team who won the Olga Munari Ideator Award for the OPERAS App development.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
At the inaugural Arthritis Ideator Awards, OPERAS received the Olga Munari Arthritis Ideator Award. The four winners were selected from among eight finalists who presented their innovations to the judges at the event held at MaRS in Toronto.<br />
OPERAS is an app-based program to empower active self-care, capturing information on the go, and providing trends on symptoms, disea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/operas-app-wins-the-arthritis-society-ideator-award/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Apr 2022 19:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/operas-app-wins-the-arthritis-society-ideator-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johns Hopkins Children’s Center doctors save a newborn baby with congenital diaphragmatic hernia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sarah Gonzalez was just 13 weeks pregnant in 2018 when she received "terrifying" news during a routine ultrasound.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/johns-hopkins-childrens-center-doctors-save-a-newborn-baby-with-congenital-diaphragmatic-hernia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2022 05:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/johns-hopkins-childrens-center-doctors-save-a-newborn-baby-with-congenital-diaphragmatic-hernia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OPERAS Arthritis Tool Selected as a Finalist – Arthritis Society People’s Choice Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are excited to share that the OPERAS arthritis self-care tool has been selected by the Arthritis Society as 1 of 8 finalists for the Arthritis Ideator Award. On April 21st, the research team lead by Dr Linda Li will meet a panel of judges for a chance to win $50,000 for Canada&rsquo;s best arthritis innovation.To vote:<br />
www.arthritis.ca/PeoplesChoice (English)<br />
www.arthrite.ca/ChoixDuPublic (French)<br />
Voting is open through 11:59 PM on Monday, April 18thOPERAS (On-demand Program to EmpoweR Active]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/operas-arthritis-tool-selected-as-a-finalist-arthritis-society-peoples-choice-award/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Apr 2022 22:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/operas-arthritis-tool-selected-as-a-finalist-arthritis-society-peoples-choice-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$11M for North Carolina work-based rehab raises concerns]]></title><description><![CDATA[An addiction treatment facility, highly regarded by North Carolina lawmakers, sits in a residential neighborhood here and operates like a village in itself.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/11m-for-north-carolina-work-based-rehab-raises-concerns/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Apr 2022 13:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/11m-for-north-carolina-work-based-rehab-raises-concerns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Domestic violence survivor, UK patient stands and walks for the first time in more than eight years]]></title><description><![CDATA["Deep breaths, April. Deep breaths." April Ballentine nods, steeling herself. As she sits inside the lab of the University of Kentucky's Sports Medicine Research Institute (SMRI), her anticipation stirs up an incredible amount of pure nervousness.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/domestic-violence-survivor-uk-patient-stands-and-walks-for-the-first-time-in-more-than-eight-years/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Apr 2022 05:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/domestic-violence-survivor-uk-patient-stands-and-walks-for-the-first-time-in-more-than-eight-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study highlights the benefits of COVID-19 care at long-term acute care hospitals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patients with severe COVID-19 and related complications can benefit from receiving postacute care at long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs), a new report suggests.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-highlights-the-benefits-of-covid-19-care-at-long-term-acute-care-hospitals/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2022 23:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-highlights-the-benefits-of-covid-19-care-at-long-term-acute-care-hospitals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Feinberg recognized as one of the best medical schools in the U.S.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine has been recognized as one of the best medical schools in the nation, ranking 17th among research-oriented institutions, according to the latest U.S. News &amp; World Report rankings, released today.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/feinberg-recognized-as-one-of-the-best-medical-schools-in-the-us/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2022 18:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/feinberg-recognized-as-one-of-the-best-medical-schools-in-the-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delays for autism diagnosis and treatment grew even longer during the pandemic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wylie James Prescott, 3, had to wait more than a year after his autism diagnosis to begin behavioral therapy, even though research shows early treatment of autism can be crucial for children's long-term development.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/delays-for-autism-diagnosis-and-treatment-grew-even-longer-during-the-pandemic/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2022 17:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/delays-for-autism-diagnosis-and-treatment-grew-even-longer-during-the-pandemic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New COVID Recovery Clinic launched by Keck Medicine of USC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Keck Medicine of USC has launched its COVID Recovery Clinic, a multidisciplinary program led by a core team of clinicians specializing in primary care, pulmonology and physical therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-covid-recovery-clinic-launched-by-keck-medicine-of-usc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2022 01:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-covid-recovery-clinic-launched-by-keck-medicine-of-usc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CSA Info Session | MPT – Fraser Valley]]></title><description><![CDATA[April 13, 2022 &ndash; 6:30 PM (PST)<br />
Department representatives will be giving a presentation on the following objectives:<br />
An update on the MPT-FV cohort<br />
Info on becoming a CSA<br />
CSA roles/responsibilities<br />
End with a Q&amp;A]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/csa-info-session-mpt-fraser-valley/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2022 19:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/csa-info-session-mpt-fraser-valley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recruitment for the position of Assistant Professor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Faculty, clinical community, students and staff are invited to attend three sessions as part of the recruitment for the position of Assistant Professor (tenure-track) in the Department of Physical Therapy to fill the role of Research Lead at the Fraser Valley distributed site. Each Session will include a Research (60-min) and Teaching (30-min) portion to be presented by the candidate on a topic of their choice. The Research Session will include a 35-minute presentation followed by a 20-minute Q&]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/recruitment-for-the-position-of-assistant-professor/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Mar 2022 19:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/recruitment-for-the-position-of-assistant-professor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protected: Recruitment for the position of Assistant Professor]]></title><description><![CDATA[This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:<br />
Password:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-recruitment-for-the-position-of-assistant-professor/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Mar 2022 19:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/protected-recruitment-for-the-position-of-assistant-professor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[International Women’s Day 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[In honour of International Women&rsquo;s Day and the theme #BreakTheBias, meet some outstanding women within UBCMedicine &mdash; staff, learners and faculty &mdash; who are transforming health for everyone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/international-womens-day-2022/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Mar 2022 00:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/international-womens-day-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Older adults under severe financial strain more likely to die within six months after heart attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[Older adults who report being under severe financial strain were substantially more likely to die within six months of having a heart attack compared to those with moderate or no financial strain, according to a new study led by University of Maryland School of Medicine researchers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/older-adults-under-severe-financial-strain-more-likely-to-die-within-six-months-after-heart-attack/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Mar 2022 04:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/older-adults-under-severe-financial-strain-more-likely-to-die-within-six-months-after-heart-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Promoting healthier lifestyles for strong northern futures – Dr Taru Manyanga]]></title><description><![CDATA[Focused on finding ways to help people live their best possible active lives, Dr. Taru Manyanga with the UBC Master of Physical Therapy &ndash; North at UNBC is seeking to draw inspiration from the northern B.C. region and local Indigenous cultures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/promoting-healthier-lifestyles-for-strong-northern-futures-dr-taru-manyanga/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Feb 2022 01:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/promoting-healthier-lifestyles-for-strong-northern-futures-dr-taru-manyanga/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why pregnant people were left behind while vaccines moved at ‘warp speed’ to help the masses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kia Slade was seven months pregnant, unvaccinated, and fighting for breath, her oxygen levels plummeting, when her son came into the world last May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/why-pregnant-people-were-left-behind-while-vaccines-moved-at-warp-speed-to-help-the-masses/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2022 13:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/why-pregnant-people-were-left-behind-while-vaccines-moved-at-warp-speed-to-help-the-masses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study identifies a protein complex critical for regulating apoptosis and necroptosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cell death plays an important role in normal human development and health but requires tightly orchestrated balance to avert disease. Too much can trigger a massive inflammatory immune response that damages tissues and organs. Not enough can interfere with the body's ability to fight infection or lead to cancer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-identifies-a-protein-complex-critical-for-regulating-apoptosis-and-necroptosis/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Feb 2022 02:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-identifies-a-protein-complex-critical-for-regulating-apoptosis-and-necroptosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New NYU Langone Ambulatory Care Center East 53rd Street offers gynecologic, obstetric, and wellness care]]></title><description><![CDATA[As part of its commitment to enhance access to high-quality care, NYU Langone Health has begun the phased opening of NYU Langone Ambulatory Care Center East 53rd Street, at 159 East 53rd Street, offering comprehensive gynecologic, obstetric, and wellness care.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-nyu-langone-ambulatory-care-center-east-53rd-street-offers-gynecologic-obstetric-and-wellness-care/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2022 22:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-nyu-langone-ambulatory-care-center-east-53rd-street-offers-gynecologic-obstetric-and-wellness-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winners of the first CERF Medical Engineering Prize for ALS Research announced]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Cullen Education and Research Fund announced the recipients of the first CERF Medical Engineering Prize for ALS Research: Dr. Leigh Hochberg, Dr. Conor Walsh, and Dr. Sabrina Paganoni.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/winners-of-the-first-cerf-medical-engineering-prize-for-als-research-announced/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2022 10:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/winners-of-the-first-cerf-medical-engineering-prize-for-als-research-announced/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USF receives NIH Training Grant to prepare next generation of translational researchers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The University of South Florida recently received a highly competitive National Institutes of Health Institutional Training Grant (Award Number T32HL160529), boosting the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine's capacity to prepare the next generation of scientists in an emerging area of research applicable to many major diseases.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/usf-receives-nih-training-grant-to-prepare-next-generation-of-translational-researchers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Feb 2022 20:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/usf-receives-nih-training-grant-to-prepare-next-generation-of-translational-researchers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pandemic-fueled shortages of home health workers strand patients without necessary care]]></title><description><![CDATA[Frail older adults are finding it harder than ever to get paid help amid acute staff shortages at home health agencies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pandemic-fueled-shortages-of-home-health-workers-strand-patients-without-necessary-care/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Feb 2022 11:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pandemic-fueled-shortages-of-home-health-workers-strand-patients-without-necessary-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Creating an Evidence-Based Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program]]></title><description><![CDATA[This course was created in response to a need for opportunities to learn more about creating a pulmonary rehabilitation program. The overall goal of this course is to show learners how to develop an evidence-based pulmonary rehabilitation program for adults with chronic lung disease. Learners proceed through structured modules that will take them step-by-step through program development.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/creating-an-evidence-based-pulmonary-rehabilitation-program/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2022 20:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/creating-an-evidence-based-pulmonary-rehabilitation-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drugs derived from activated protein C may limit ischemia and reperfusion injury, study suggests]]></title><description><![CDATA[A University of South Florida Health preclinical study offers molecular insight into how activated protein C (APC) may improve aging patients' tolerance to reperfusion injury &ndash; a potentially adverse effect of treatment for ischemic heart disease.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/drugs-derived-from-activated-protein-c-may-limit-ischemia-and-reperfusion-injury-study-suggests/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/drugs-derived-from-activated-protein-c-may-limit-ischemia-and-reperfusion-injury-study-suggests/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NYU Langone Health continues to expand its services on Long Island]]></title><description><![CDATA[NYU Langone Health continues to build its breadth and depth of services on Long Island, enhancing local access to high-quality care with the recent addition of a new location, new providers, and several specialties.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nyu-langone-health-continues-to-expand-its-services-on-long-island/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2022 18:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nyu-langone-health-continues-to-expand-its-services-on-long-island/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Staff preconceptions about minoritized groups linked to variability in advanced dementia care]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study published today in the Journal of the American Medical Association Internal Medicine found several factors &ndash; including staff assumptions about minoritized groups &ndash; may play a role in the variability in the quality of care provided to U.S. nursing home residents with advanced dementia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/staff-preconceptions-about-minoritized-groups-linked-to-variability-in-advanced-dementia-care/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2022 03:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/staff-preconceptions-about-minoritized-groups-linked-to-variability-in-advanced-dementia-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johns Hopkins experts offer suggestions to address challenges of online learning for children with cancer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thousands of schools transitioned to online learning in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, during which time many children with cancer and other chronic health needs, as well as those with special education needs, faced significant challenges to learning online.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/johns-hopkins-experts-offer-suggestions-to-address-challenges-of-online-learning-for-children-with-cancer/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2022 01:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/johns-hopkins-experts-offer-suggestions-to-address-challenges-of-online-learning-for-children-with-cancer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UBC Department of Physical Therapy Successfully Administers Virtual Exams for 346 Interim Physical Therapists Seeking Full Licensure in British Columbia]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the cancellation of the Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators (CAPR) national exams, UBC was contracted by the College of Physical Therapists of BC to administer an evaluation as a critical step in the licensure process for interim physical therapists in BC.&nbsp;<br />
The exams were administered to interim registrants virtually and included two different exams, both comprising eight different clinical stations. The exams ran over&nbsp;two weekends and were supported by over 50 examiners]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-department-of-physical-therapy-successfully-administers-virtual-exams-for-346-interim-physical-therapists-seeking-full-licensure-in-british-columbia/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Jan 2022 18:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-department-of-physical-therapy-successfully-administers-virtual-exams-for-346-interim-physical-therapists-seeking-full-licensure-in-british-columbia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Engineer receives $2.1 million grant to test a treatment strategy for children with cerebral palsy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mechanical engineer and inventor Zach Lerner, assistant professor in Northern Arizona University's Department of Mechanical Engineering, has been awarded $2.1 million by the National Institutes of Health's Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health &amp; Human Development.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/engineer-receives-21-million-grant-to-test-a-treatment-strategy-for-children-with-cerebral-palsy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Jan 2022 13:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/engineer-receives-21-million-grant-to-test-a-treatment-strategy-for-children-with-cerebral-palsy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crash course: Injured patients who sign ‘letters of protection’ may face huge medical bills and risks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jean Louis-Charles couldn't afford spine surgery to ease nagging neck and back pain after a car crash. So he signed a document, promising to pay the bill with money he hoped to get from a lawsuit against the driver who caused the collision.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/crash-course-injured-patients-who-sign-letters-of-protection-may-face-huge-medical-bills-and-risks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Dec 2021 12:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/crash-course-injured-patients-who-sign-letters-of-protection-may-face-huge-medical-bills-and-risks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Year in Review 2021 – UBC Department of Physical Therapy]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp;<br />
It seems amazing that we are already at the end of another year. 2021 was decidedly busy and productive despite the significant challenges of the ongoing pandemic and the effects of climate change. My heart goes out to all who were affected personally and/or professionally by these difficult circumstances, along with my sincere thanks for keeping the Department moving forward. I am filled with admiration for the resilience and tenacity of those who continued to contribute so wholehearted]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/year-in-review-2021-ubc-department-of-physical-therapy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Dec 2021 19:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/year-in-review-2021-ubc-department-of-physical-therapy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A case of post-vaccination MIS in an adult without prior SARS-CoV-2 infection]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new case study on the report of multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MISC) in a 22-year-old woman in South Korea after vaccination.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-case-of-post-vaccination-mis-in-an-adult-without-prior-sars-cov-2-infection/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2021 01:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-case-of-post-vaccination-mis-in-an-adult-without-prior-sars-cov-2-infection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fall Graduation 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the UBC Department of Physical Therapy Class of 2021.This week was an important one for the Department with the graduation of the MPT class of 2021. Following a virtual UBC convocation on Thursday, the Department held its reception for the graduates on Friday. A big thank you to everyone who spoke at the ceremony, including:Sue Murphy &ndash; Department head, Department of Physical Therapy<br />
Dr Roger Wong&nbsp;&ndash;&nbsp;Vice-Dean,&nbsp;Faculty of Medicine&nbsp;<br />
Vincent Cunana]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fall-graduation-2021/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2021 18:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fall-graduation-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robin Keahey – 2021 Graduate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Being a part of the last NRC (Northern and Rural Cohort), which is now the new&nbsp;Master of Physical Therapy-North program, I really enjoyed showcasing Northern B.C. to peers. A moment that sticks out for me was when a group of us went out for pizza and ice cream together after backpacking Mount Robson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/robin-keahey-2021-graduate/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Nov 2021 20:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/robin-keahey-2021-graduate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Save Your Knees Without Giving Up Your Workout – New York Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Save Your Knees Without Giving Up Your Workout &ndash; featuring Michaela Khan, Dr Jackie Whittaker, and Jean-Fran&ccedil;ois Esculier.There&rsquo;s no magic bullet to knee health, but staying active and building muscles around the joint are crucial.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/how-to-save-your-knees-without-giving-up-your-workout-new-york-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Nov 2021 17:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/how-to-save-your-knees-without-giving-up-your-workout-new-york-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study analyzes association between obesity and endothelial dysfunction in COVID-19 patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[In COVID-19 patients, obesity is the factor most associated with the development of endothelial dysfunction, a condition in which the blood vessels become unable to contract and relax adequately, increasing the risk of events such as heart attacks, thrombosis (blood clotting), and stroke.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-analyzes-association-between-obesity-and-endothelial-dysfunction-in-covid-19-patients/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Nov 2021 05:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-analyzes-association-between-obesity-and-endothelial-dysfunction-in-covid-19-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your out-of-pocket health care costs need not be a mystery]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you've ever had a serious illness or cared for someone who has, you know how quickly the medical bills can pile up: from labs, radiology clinics, pharmacies, doctors, different departments within the same hospital &mdash; some of them in your insurance network, others not.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/your-out-of-pocket-health-care-costs-need-not-be-a-mystery/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Nov 2021 12:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/your-out-of-pocket-health-care-costs-need-not-be-a-mystery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr Lara Boyd awarded the Killam Research Prize – 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[Each year, the Faculty of Medicine recognizes faculty and staff members for excellence in teaching, research, administration, innovation and public service. Congratulations to our 2021 recipients.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-lara-boyd-awarded-the-killam-research-prize-2021/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2021 19:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dr-lara-boyd-awarded-the-killam-research-prize-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Survey: Young adults with chronic pain more likely to use cannabis or CBD oil to manage the condition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Young adults, ages 18-34, are more likely to report experiencing chronic pain compared to older adults (65% vs. 52% ages 35+), with a large majority of them (73%) saying they are in pain every day, according to a new survey conducted online by The Harris Poll on behalf of the Samueli Foundation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/survey-young-adults-with-chronic-pain-more-likely-to-use-cannabis-or-cbd-oil-to-manage-the-condition/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Oct 2021 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/survey-young-adults-with-chronic-pain-more-likely-to-use-cannabis-or-cbd-oil-to-manage-the-condition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Physical therapy associated with lower odds of long-term opioid use after total knee replacement]]></title><description><![CDATA[The world's most common form of arthritis, knee osteoarthritis, causes sufferers pain and hurts their quality of life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physical-therapy-associated-with-lower-odds-of-long-term-opioid-use-after-total-knee-replacement/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Oct 2021 03:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physical-therapy-associated-with-lower-odds-of-long-term-opioid-use-after-total-knee-replacement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Simple blood test useful for excluding pulmonary embolism among hospitalized COVID-19 patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[A screening blood test originally validated in seriously ill patients without COVID-19 is still clinically useful for ruling out pulmonary embolism in patients hospitalized with the coronavirus, a University of South Florida Health (USF Health) Morsani College of Medicine research team reports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/simple-blood-test-useful-for-excluding-pulmonary-embolism-among-hospitalized-covid-19-patients/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Oct 2021 05:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/simple-blood-test-useful-for-excluding-pulmonary-embolism-among-hospitalized-covid-19-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Analysis: A procedure that cost $1,775 in New York was $350 in Maryland. Here’s why.]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the past 18 months, while I was undergoing intensive physical therapy and many neurological tests after a complicated head injury, my friends would point to a silver lining: "Now you'll be able to write about your own bills." After all, I'd spent the past decade as a journalist covering the often-bankrupting cost of U.S. medical care.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/analysis-a-procedure-that-cost-1775-in-new-york-was-350-in-maryland-heres-why/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2021 16:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/analysis-a-procedure-that-cost-1775-in-new-york-was-350-in-maryland-heres-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Physical Therapy red hot at UNBC – CKPG]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp;<br />
Last fall, UBC launched its inaugural master of Physical Therapy &ndash; North program in Prince George to help inspire more graduates to stay and practice in northern, rural, and remote communities across BC, as well as to increase access to physical therapy services for patients.&ldquo;The physical therapy community in the North have been asking for this program for years and it&rsquo;s really a credit to them and their persistence in asking for programs that we have this,&rdquo; explai]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physical-therapy-red-hot-at-unbc-ckpg/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Oct 2021 19:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physical-therapy-red-hot-at-unbc-ckpg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TEDDY study adds to a growing body of evidence that type 1 diabetes is not a single disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[New findings from the international The Environmental Determinants of Diabetes in the Young (TEDDY) study add to a growing body of evidence indicating that type 1 diabetes is not a single disease. The presentation and, perhaps, cause of autoimmune diabetes differs among genetically high-risk children, the research suggests.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/teddy-study-adds-to-a-growing-body-of-evidence-that-type-1-diabetes-is-not-a-single-disease/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Oct 2021 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/teddy-study-adds-to-a-growing-body-of-evidence-that-type-1-diabetes-is-not-a-single-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UBC expands physical therapy program in northern B.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last fall, UBC launched its inaugural Master of Physical Therapy &ndash; North (MPT-N) program in Prince George to help inspire more graduates to stay and practice in northern, rural and remote communities across British Columbia (B.C), as well as to increase access to physical therapy services for patients.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-expands-physical-therapy-program-in-northern-bc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Oct 2021 01:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-expands-physical-therapy-program-in-northern-bc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recruitment for the position of Assistant Professor of Teaching – Clinical]]></title><description><![CDATA[Faculty, clinical community, students and staff are invited to attend three sessions as part of the recruitment for the position of Assistant Professor of Teaching, Department of Physical Therapy to fill the role of Clinical Site Lead, Fraser Valley Cohort.Each session will include a 30&#8208;minute teaching session (topic to be decided by applicant) including a practical component, followed by a 30&#8208;minute presentation on their &ldquo;Vision for Clinical Education in the Masters of Physica]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/recruitment-for-the-position-of-assistant-professor-of-teaching-clinical/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2021 19:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/recruitment-for-the-position-of-assistant-professor-of-teaching-clinical/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recruitment for the position of Assistant Professor of Teaching – Academic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Faculty, clinical community, students and staff are invited to attend three sessions as part of the recruitment for the position of Assistant Professor of Teaching at the Department of Physical Therapy &ndash; this position will have responsibility for the academic delivery of the MPT Fraser Valley cohort.Each session will include a 20-minute teaching session followed by a 30-minute presentation on their &ldquo;Vision for the MPT-FV&rdquo;. Sessions will be delivered through Zoom.Wednesday, Octo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/recruitment-for-the-position-of-assistant-professor-of-teaching-academic/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2021 22:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/recruitment-for-the-position-of-assistant-professor-of-teaching-academic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plant-derived compound can be beneficial in protecting the brain against Alzheimer’s disease pathology]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fenchol, a natural compound abundant in some plants including basil, can help protect the brain against Alzheimer's disease pathology, a preclinical study led by University of South Florida Health (USF Health) researchers suggests.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/plant-derived-compound-can-be-beneficial-in-protecting-the-brain-against-alzheimers-disease-pathology/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Oct 2021 03:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/plant-derived-compound-can-be-beneficial-in-protecting-the-brain-against-alzheimers-disease-pathology/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NYU Langone Health broadens access to high-quality primary and specialty care]]></title><description><![CDATA[NYU Langone Health continues to broaden access to high-quality primary and specialty care with recent expansions in Long Island, Queens, Manhattan, and Brooklyn.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nyu-langone-health-broadens-access-to-high-quality-primary-and-specialty-care/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Oct 2021 02:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nyu-langone-health-broadens-access-to-high-quality-primary-and-specialty-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Annual Research Report | 2020 – 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 2020-2021, research activities were disrupted by the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our researchers were able to successfully pivot current research activities, including developing innovative ways to safely deliver virtual exercise programming to individuals with a variety of health conditions, as well as develop new lines of research.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/annual-research-report-2020-2021/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Sep 2021 00:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/annual-research-report-2020-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Invite for partners on TJAOM Toolkit Update]]></title><description><![CDATA[PT Knowledge Brokers Alison Hoens and Paul Blazey are welcoming BC PTs to join a new project updating the popular Total Joint Arthroplasty and Outcome Measures (TJAOM) Toolkit.<br />
Join the project by clicking here.Questions can be directed to alison.hoens@ubc.ca]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/invite-for-partners-on-tjaom-toolkit-update/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Sep 2021 23:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/invite-for-partners-on-tjaom-toolkit-update/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nemours receives NIH grant to foster COVID-19 vaccine uptake among children in Black and Latino communities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware, as part of a public-private partnership, have received a National Institutes of Health grant supplement through the Delaware Clinical and Translational Research ACCEL Program to develop and test an approach to foster uptake of the COVID-19 vaccine among children in Black and Latino communities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nemours-receives-nih-grant-to-foster-covid-19-vaccine-uptake-among-children-in-black-and-latino-communities/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Sep 2021 03:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nemours-receives-nih-grant-to-foster-covid-19-vaccine-uptake-among-children-in-black-and-latino-communities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers receive $3.7 million grant to diagnose and treat concussion-related eye disorder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly half of adolescents and young adults with lingering symptoms of concussion suffer from an eye coordination disorder that causes blurred and double vision, headaches and difficulties concentrating. There is no proven method for treating the condition when it occurs after a head injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-receive-37-million-grant-to-diagnose-and-treat-concussion-related-eye-disorder/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Sep 2021 04:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-receive-37-million-grant-to-diagnose-and-treat-concussion-related-eye-disorder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statement on the Clinical Component of the PCE – UBC Department of Physical Therapy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Department of Physical Therapy at UBC is very aware of the recent and ongoing issues related to the administration of the Clinical Component of the PCE, and the consequent stress and frustration that this has caused our recent graduates, as well as many others waiting to take the exam.<br />
Although CAPR (the Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators) operates at arms length to the universities, there has been significant and consistent communication between CCPUP (the Canadian Council of Phy]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/statement-on-the-clinical-component-of-the-pce-ubc-department-of-physical-therapy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Sep 2021 00:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/statement-on-the-clinical-component-of-the-pce-ubc-department-of-physical-therapy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Congratulations to the 2021 Top Doctoral Student and Rising Star Award recipients!]]></title><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s been a great week in the Department this week due to our trainees&rsquo; outstanding success in the VCHRI (Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute) &ldquo;Rising Star&rdquo; and Doctoral student Awards! 4 of the 7 rising star awards were won by trainees from our department. These awards recognize research excellence, service as role models, and other contributions to the VCH Research community. For our department trainees to have won such a high percentage of these awards is a hu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/congratulations-to-the-2021-top-doctoral-student-and-rising-star-award-recipients/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Sep 2021 23:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/congratulations-to-the-2021-top-doctoral-student-and-rising-star-award-recipients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clinical trial reveals optimal period for intensive rehabilitation of arm and hand use after stroke]]></title><description><![CDATA[A phase II, randomized clinical trial found that the optimal period for intensive rehabilitation of arm and hand use after a stroke should begin 60 to 90 days after the event.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/clinical-trial-reveals-optimal-period-for-intensive-rehabilitation-of-arm-and-hand-use-after-stroke/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Sep 2021 07:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/clinical-trial-reveals-optimal-period-for-intensive-rehabilitation-of-arm-and-hand-use-after-stroke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study reveals brain insult from hypertension among middle-aged adults]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hypertension that leads to vascular dementia in older adults begins to impact the brain by middle age, reports a large new Northwestern Medicine study published in PNAS, the first to show the process begins so early.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-reveals-brain-insult-from-hypertension-among-middle-aged-adults/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Sep 2021 02:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-reveals-brain-insult-from-hypertension-among-middle-aged-adults/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hyman Gee – Student Rehabilitation Outpatient Clinic – Fraser Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):<br />
Hyman Gee<br />
Student Rehabilitation Outpatient Clinic, Queen&rsquo;s Park Care Centre, Fraser Health<br />
Clinical Instructor<br />
Clinical Associate Professor, &nbsp;Department of Physical Therapy<br />
Where do you work?<br />
I work at Queen&rsquo;s Park Care Centre in New Westminster, specifically the outpatient rehabilitation services which includes the student-led clinic where I do my work.&nbsp; The student-led clinic offers clinical placements year-round for physiotherapy and occupational ther]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hyman-gee-student-rehabilitation-outpatient-clinic-fraser-health/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2021 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hyman-gee-student-rehabilitation-outpatient-clinic-fraser-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teresa Liu-Ambrose inducted as a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences]]></title><description><![CDATA[UBC faculty of medicine&rsquo;s Drs. Teresa Liu-Ambrose, Gina Ogilvie and Anita Palepu are among 74 new&nbsp;Fellows elected into the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences&nbsp;(CAHS) for 2021.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/teresa-liu-ambrose-inducted-as-a-fellow-of-the-canadian-academy-of-health-sciences/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2021 18:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/teresa-liu-ambrose-inducted-as-a-fellow-of-the-canadian-academy-of-health-sciences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ECMO life support is a last resort for covid, and in short supply in South]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hospital discharge day for Phoua Yang was more like a pep rally. On her way rolling out of TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee, she teared up as streamers and confetti rained down on her. Nurses chanted her name as they wheeled her out of the hospital for the first time since she arrived in February with covid-19, barely able to breathe.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ecmo-life-support-is-a-last-resort-for-covid-and-in-short-supply-in-south/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Sep 2021 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ecmo-life-support-is-a-last-resort-for-covid-and-in-short-supply-in-south/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kim Hall – CEO of Physio2U – In-Home Physiotherapy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;<br />
Kim Hall &ndash; Registered Physiotherapist<br />
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Where do you&nbsp;work?&nbsp;<br />
I am the CEO of Physio2U &ndash; in-home physiotherapy services&nbsp;<br />
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What is&nbsp;the most rewarding part of your job?&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
Being able to see people regain independence and restore their quality of life. Working in home care, I do one-hour one-on-one sessions, I can see people in their own environments and make sure they have a program to do in their environment. T]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kim-hall-ceo-of-physio2u-in-home-physiotherapy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 20:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kim-hall-ceo-of-physio2u-in-home-physiotherapy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amy Ellis – Clinical Supervisor Physiotherapy in Fraser Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):&nbsp;<br />
Mrs&nbsp;Amy Ellis&nbsp;<br />
Clinical Supervisor Physiotherapy, Critical Care and Medical Nephrology<br />
Where do you work?&nbsp;<br />
Surrey Memorial Hospital &ndash; Fraser Health<br />
Amy Ellis on LinkedIn<br />
What is the most rewarding part of your job?&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
Seeing patients return to their life and enjoying quality of life with their families post admission. I have the privilege of being able to work with people when they are at their most vulnerable. In critical care we often star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/amy-ellis-clinical-supervisor-physiotherapy-in-fraser-health/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 20:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/amy-ellis-clinical-supervisor-physiotherapy-in-fraser-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kendra Zadravec – MPT/PhD (Rehabilitation Sciences)]]></title><description><![CDATA[My lab does research to understand how exercise, physical activity, and physical therapy can improve cancer survivors&rsquo; quality of life and wellbeing. Growing up, several of my family and friends had cancer. Seeing how much their lives were affected made me want to pursue a career path to help those living with and beyond cancer. This goal, in tandem with my background as an athlete and undergraduate degree in kinesiology, drew me to the combined MPT/PhD program, which presents a great oppo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kendra-zadravec-mptphd-rehabilitation-sciences/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2021 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kendra-zadravec-mptphd-rehabilitation-sciences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aman Bassi – Master of Physical Therapy Program]]></title><description><![CDATA[I wanted a career that I felt gave me a reason to get up in the morning. I wanted a career that would challenge me to keep learning for life and keep up with the body of scientific knowledge that only grows every day. At its core, physiotherapy is all about helping people interact with the world again. Physiotherapists work in many different disciplines and this means that we have the freedom to choose where we practice. That&rsquo;s what drove me to apply to the program.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/aman-bassi-master-of-physical-therapy-program/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2021 18:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/aman-bassi-master-of-physical-therapy-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ali Afshar – Master of Physical Therapy – North]]></title><description><![CDATA[Growing up playing different sports and experiencing a number of sports injuries always motivated me to learn more about human anatomy and rehabilitation sciences. After experiencing two anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructions, other major injuries and having to go through the rehabilitation process myself, I know how vital physiotherapy is for the re-establishment of a patient&rsquo;s quality of life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ali-afshar-master-of-physical-therapy-north/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2021 18:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ali-afshar-master-of-physical-therapy-north/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New study could help orthopedic surgeons to better identify patients for foot surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City could help orthopedic surgeons better identify which patients will benefit most from surgery to correct debilitating age-related deterioration of their foot arches.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-study-could-help-orthopedic-surgeons-to-better-identify-patients-for-foot-surgery/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Sep 2021 02:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-study-could-help-orthopedic-surgeons-to-better-identify-patients-for-foot-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FDA approves drug-free stroke rehabilitation system to treat upper extremity motor deficits]]></title><description><![CDATA[The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved the MicroTransponder Vivistim Paired VNS System (Vivistim System), a first-of-its-kind, drug-free rehabilitation system intended to treat moderate to severe upper extremity motor deficits associated with chronic ischemic stroke&mdash;a stroke caused by a blockage of blood flow to the brain with long-lasting symptoms&mdash;using vagus nerve stimulation (VNS).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fda-approves-drug-free-stroke-rehabilitation-system-to-treat-upper-extremity-motor-deficits/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Aug 2021 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fda-approves-drug-free-stroke-rehabilitation-system-to-treat-upper-extremity-motor-deficits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jaw surgery takes a $27,119 bite out of one man’s budget]]></title><description><![CDATA[For years, Ely Bair dealt with migraine headaches, jaw pain and high blood pressure, until a dentist recommended surgery to realign his jaw to get to the root of his health problems.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jaw-surgery-takes-a-27119-bite-out-of-one-mans-budget/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Aug 2021 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jaw-surgery-takes-a-27119-bite-out-of-one-mans-budget/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UC San Diego Health performed region’s first double lung transplant for a COVID-19 patient]]></title><description><![CDATA[On a July afternoon, Federico Gomez Gil, 56, is dressed in a short-sleeved, collared shirt, sweatpants and a baseball cap. He sits in a chair in a hospital room, surrounded by his wife and two daughters. Given the past five months, this is the moment of a lifetime &mdash; a new lifetime.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uc-san-diego-health-performed-regions-first-double-lung-transplant-for-a-covid-19-patient/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2021 04:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uc-san-diego-health-performed-regions-first-double-lung-transplant-for-a-covid-19-patient/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New research aims to better understand motor problems in children with ASD]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anjana Bhat, associate professor in the University of Delaware's Department of Physical Therapy, has been awarded a research project (R01) grant through the National Institutes of Health for the next three years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-research-aims-to-better-understand-motor-problems-in-children-with-asd/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2021 01:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-research-aims-to-better-understand-motor-problems-in-children-with-asd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2020 Tokyo Olympic Games – MPT Features]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Tokyo Olympic Games have officially begun! We are very excited to have multiple individuals from the MPT Program represented this year:<br />
Samantha Smith, MPT&rsquo;18<br />
Olympian &ndash; Trampoline<br />
For me, competing at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics shows me exactly what I am capable of when I persevere. My original life plan involved competing in the 2016 Olympics before starting graduate school that fall.&nbsp; When I failed to qualify for the 2016 Olympics, I kept training during my degree, and now h]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/2020-tokyo-olympic-games-mpt-features/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2021 19:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/2020-tokyo-olympic-games-mpt-features/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Online, video-based exercise program can help postpartum women with diastasis rectus abdominis]]></title><description><![CDATA[A study at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) finds that an online, video-based core exercise program can help with a condition many women experience after childbirth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/online-video-based-exercise-program-can-help-postpartum-women-with-diastasis-rectus-abdominis/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2021 19:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/online-video-based-exercise-program-can-help-postpartum-women-with-diastasis-rectus-abdominis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jasmine Mander, MPT’20 – Tokyo Olympics Feature]]></title><description><![CDATA[This story was originally published on the Alumni Engagement website here.&nbsp;Jasmine&rsquo;s experience recovering from injuries as a UBC soccer varsity athlete inspired her to pursue a career in physical therapy. Now, she&rsquo;s able to combine her passion for sport and therapy at Canada Soccer, leading to the women&rsquo;s football gold medal at the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics.<br />
What drew you to pursuing a Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) degree at UBC?<br />
I pursued the program because I was po]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jasmine-mander-mpt20-tokyo-olympics-feature/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2021 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jasmine-mander-mpt20-tokyo-olympics-feature/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mallory White, MPT’14 – Tokyo Olympics Feature]]></title><description><![CDATA[This story was originally published on the Alumni Engagement website here.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
Supporting the health of athletes has been a passion for Mallory, starting with her time as a student trainer with UBC varsity athletes to being the lead therapist for the Canadian women&rsquo;s national soccer team. Learn about her experience at UBC and her journey to helping Canada get its first gold medal in women&rsquo;s football at the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics!<br />
What drew you to pursuing a Master of Physical]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mallory-white-mpt14-tokyo-olympics-feature/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2021 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mallory-white-mpt14-tokyo-olympics-feature/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Preclinical study validates crucial role of the spleen in cardiac repair]]></title><description><![CDATA[Although we can survive without a spleen, evidence continues to mount that this abdominal organ plays a more valuable role in our physiological defenses than previously suspected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/preclinical-study-validates-crucial-role-of-the-spleen-in-cardiac-repair/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2021 02:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/preclinical-study-validates-crucial-role-of-the-spleen-in-cardiac-repair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strategic Plan 2021-2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Department of Physical Therapy&rsquo;s current Strategic Plan is built upon a strong foundation of excellence and the four values of&nbsp;enhancing innovation, integrity, collaboration and excellence, outlined in the Department&rsquo;s original&nbsp;Strategic Plan document (2018 &ndash; 2023).<br />
These values align with the four key principles &ndash;&nbsp;excellence, equity, engagement and effectiveness&nbsp;&ndash; highlighted in the&nbsp;Faculty of Medicine&rsquo;s 2020 Strategic vision.<br />
&nb]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/strategic-plan-2021-2026/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2021 00:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/strategic-plan-2021-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Telehealth helped physical therapists to provide essential care for pediatric patients during pandemic]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a pediatric physical therapist in Clinton, Missouri, Jessica Luechtefeld was used to a hands-on coaching approach whenever meeting with her patients at their preschools, in their homes or at the Child's Play Therapy clinic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/telehealth-helped-physical-therapists-to-provide-essential-care-for-pediatric-patients-during-pandemic/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Aug 2021 22:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/telehealth-helped-physical-therapists-to-provide-essential-care-for-pediatric-patients-during-pandemic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mutated enzyme impairs communication between neurons and causes motor defects in SCA34 model]]></title><description><![CDATA[In one type of a rare, inherited genetic disorder that affects control of body movement, scientists have found a mutation in an enzyme that impairs communication between neurons and what should be the inherent ability to pick up our pace when we need to run, instead of walk, across the street.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mutated-enzyme-impairs-communication-between-neurons-and-causes-motor-defects-in-sca34-model/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Aug 2021 14:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mutated-enzyme-impairs-communication-between-neurons-and-causes-motor-defects-in-sca34-model/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Faculty of Medicine researchers receive John R. Evans Leaders Fund awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Jackie Whittaker has been awarded funding from the Canada Foundation for Innovation&rsquo;s (CFI) John R. Evans Leaders Fund (JELF) for her project on Musculoskeletal Health and Mobility Laboratory Infrastructure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/faculty-of-medicine-researchers-receive-john-r-evans-leaders-fund-awards/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Aug 2021 01:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/faculty-of-medicine-researchers-receive-john-r-evans-leaders-fund-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study identifies Foxo1 gene as a potential treatment target for hereditary lymphedema]]></title><description><![CDATA[A University of South Florida preclinical study unexpectedly identified the gene Foxo1 as a potential treatment target for hereditary lymphedema.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-identifies-foxo1-gene-as-a-potential-treatment-target-for-hereditary-lymphedema/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Aug 2021 01:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-identifies-foxo1-gene-as-a-potential-treatment-target-for-hereditary-lymphedema/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UBC PT Welcomes Angelina Woof – Associate Head of Clinical Education]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are very excited to have Angelina Woof join the Department of Physical Therapy as the new Associate Head of Clinical Education. Angelina joined the BC Centre for Ability in 2008 where she focused on early intervention and provided family-centred&nbsp;care in a community-based healthcare context,&nbsp;and became their leader of physiotherapy in April 2021.&nbsp;<br />
Angelina has previously worked with the Department of Physical Therapy as a Clinical Evaluator of Neuromuscular Disease at BC Childr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-pt-welcomes-angelina-woof-associate-head-of-clinical-education/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2021 19:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-pt-welcomes-angelina-woof-associate-head-of-clinical-education/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samantha Smith, MPT’18 – Tokyo Olympics Feature]]></title><description><![CDATA[This story was originally posted on the Alumni Engagement website here.Competing at the Olympics has been one of Samantha&rsquo;s goals for a very long time and her dream becomes a reality this year. Learn about how her UBC MPT degree set her up for success as she heads to the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics competing in trampoline gymnastics.<br />
Who do you work for and what is your job title?&nbsp;<br />
I work as a physiotherapist. I work in private practice at a clinic called East Vancouver Sports and Reh]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/samantha-smith-mpt18-tokyo-olympics-feature/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jul 2021 00:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/samantha-smith-mpt18-tokyo-olympics-feature/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Novel robotic neck brace may help doctors to analyze neck mobility in cancer patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new robotic neck brace from researchers at Columbia Engineering and their colleagues at Columbia's Department of Otolaryngology may help doctors analyze the impact of cancer treatments on the neck mobility of patients and guide their recovery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/novel-robotic-neck-brace-may-help-doctors-to-analyze-neck-mobility-in-cancer-patients/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jul 2021 02:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/novel-robotic-neck-brace-may-help-doctors-to-analyze-neck-mobility-in-cancer-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UBC Department of Physical Therapy says farewell to Karen Sauve – Associate Head Clinical Education]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are&nbsp;both happy and sad&nbsp;to announce that&nbsp;Karen Sauve, Associate Head Clinical&nbsp;Education&nbsp;for the UBC Department of Physical Therapy&nbsp;will be leaving us this summer.&nbsp;Happy, because&nbsp;Karen&nbsp;is leaving us to start her PhD, but sad as she&nbsp;has been a valued colleague, mentor,&nbsp;and teacher&nbsp;in the&nbsp;Department&nbsp;and is&nbsp;deeply committed to the health, wellbeing, and education of our students.&nbsp;Her contributions while she was here&nb]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-department-of-physical-therapy-says-farewell-to-karen-sauve-associate-head-clinical-education/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jul 2021 23:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-department-of-physical-therapy-says-farewell-to-karen-sauve-associate-head-clinical-education/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USF receives $69.9 Million NIH funding to continue study on type 1 diabetes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Institutes of Health has awarded the University of South Florida total expected funds of $69.9 million over the next four years to continue the follow-up of study participants in The Environmental Determinants of Diabetes in The Young (TEDDY) consortium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/usf-receives-699-million-nih-funding-to-continue-study-on-type-1-diabetes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jul 2021 01:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/usf-receives-699-million-nih-funding-to-continue-study-on-type-1-diabetes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Career Opportunities – July 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are currently accepting applications for the following positions:Physical Therapy Programs Manager<br />
The Physical Therapy Programs Manager manages the fully distributed Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) and Northern Master of Physical Therapy (NMPT) Programs. As well as a number of continuing education and revenue-generating programs for the department, including the Internationally Educated Physiotherapist Exam Preparation Program (IEPEP), the Graduate Certificate in Orthopaedic Musculoskeletal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/career-opportunities-july-2021/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2021 22:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/career-opportunities-july-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ohio professor receives NIH grant to study age-related changes in motor neuron excitability]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brian Clark, Ph.D., professor of physiology and neuroscience in Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine's Department of Biomedical Sciences, received a five-year, nearly $3 million National Institutes of Health grant to conduct a series of animal and human studies to better understand the mechanisms and clinical relevance of age-related changes in motor neuron excitability.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ohio-professor-receives-nih-grant-to-study-age-related-changes-in-motor-neuron-excitability/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2021 01:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ohio-professor-receives-nih-grant-to-study-age-related-changes-in-motor-neuron-excitability/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call for Proposals for PT KB Led Projects 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp;Intent&nbsp;<br />
The purpose of this call is to invite proposals for projects facilitated by the Physical Therapy Knowledge Broker (PT KB).&nbsp;<br />
Background&nbsp;<br />
The PT KB position is jointly funded, at a 1.0 FTE, by the Department of Physical Therapy at The University of British Columbia, Physiotherapy Association of British Columbia and Arthritis Research Canada. The position is shared by Alison Hoens and Paul Blazey.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
To date, the PT KB has partnered in ~$17 million of funded re]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/call-for-proposals-for-pt-kb-led-projects-2021/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2021 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/call-for-proposals-for-pt-kb-led-projects-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Physical Therapy Knowledge Broker Position – Update June 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[I am pleased to announce some exciting changes to the Physical Therapy Knowledge Broker (PT KB) position.<br />
Effective July 1, 2021, the PT KB position will increase from 0.5 FTE to 1.0 FTE in recognition of the time required to address the scope and depth of the work.<br />
The funding for this position is provided by the UBC Department of Physical Therapy, the Physiotherapy Association of BC and a new partnership with Arthritis Research Canada (replacing the previous support provided by Vancouver Coast]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physical-therapy-knowledge-broker-position-update-june-2021/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2021 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physical-therapy-knowledge-broker-position-update-june-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Muscles lose their smallest, most basic building blocks after stroke]]></title><description><![CDATA[After suffering a stroke, patients often are unable to use the arm on their affected side. Sometimes, they end up holding it close to their body, with the elbow flexed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/muscles-lose-their-smallest-most-basic-building-blocks-after-stroke/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Jun 2021 04:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/muscles-lose-their-smallest-most-basic-building-blocks-after-stroke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Long covid has reignited polarisation in approaches to treat chronic fatigue syndrome]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many long covid patients are experiencing extreme fatigue, a situation which has reignited the polarization in approaches to treatment and rehabilitation of chronic fatigue syndrome, according to a special report today.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/long-covid-has-reignited-polarisation-in-approaches-to-treat-chronic-fatigue-syndrome/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2021 09:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/long-covid-has-reignited-polarisation-in-approaches-to-treat-chronic-fatigue-syndrome/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How the pandemic has impacted treatment for stroke patients – Global News]]></title><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s Stroke Awareness Month. And like many things the pandemic has impacted the care of stroke patients. Dr Janice Eng, Professor in the UBC Department of Physical Therapy, explains how she has adapted her innovative program for virtual care.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/how-the-pandemic-has-impacted-treatment-for-stroke-patients-global-news/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jun 2021 17:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/how-the-pandemic-has-impacted-treatment-for-stroke-patients-global-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Indigenous History Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[For National Indigenous History Month, X&#817;wi7x&#817;wa Library has compiled resources that explore various aspects of Indigenous life and culture.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/national-indigenous-history-month/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jun 2021 18:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/national-indigenous-history-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study on the Implementation of remote COPD biometric monitoring in pulmonary rehabilitation programs]]></title><description><![CDATA[People living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) find it difficult to learn chronic disease management skills such as knowing how and when to use their inhaled medication, how to get enough exercise, how to look after their sleep and other health habits, and when to ask for help. Health care professionals rely on their patient&rsquo;s self-report of current health status in order to best support their patient&rsquo;s self-management skills.<br />
However, self-report may not be accurate]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-on-the-implementation-of-remote-copd-biometric-monitoring-in-pulmonary-rehabilitation-programs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 2021 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-on-the-implementation-of-remote-copd-biometric-monitoring-in-pulmonary-rehabilitation-programs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Middle-aged men with cerebral palsy more likely to suffer fractures, study finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Michigan Medicine found a subset of middle-aged men with cerebral palsy are up to 5.6 times more likely to suffer fractures than men without the disorder.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/middle-aged-men-with-cerebral-palsy-more-likely-to-suffer-fractures-study-finds/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2021 02:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/middle-aged-men-with-cerebral-palsy-more-likely-to-suffer-fractures-study-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recruitment for the position of Assistant Professor of Teaching]]></title><description><![CDATA[Faculty, clinical community, students and staff are invited to attend two sessions as part of the recruitment for the position of Assistant Professor of Teaching, Department of Physical Therapy to fill the role as Associate Head, Clinical Education.<br />
Each session will include a 15-minute teaching session (topic to be decided by applicant) followed by a 20-minute presentation on their &ldquo;Vision for the UBC MPT Clinical Education program&rdquo;. Sessions will be delivered through Zoom.Thursday,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/recruitment-for-the-position-of-assistant-professor-of-teaching/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2021 00:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/recruitment-for-the-position-of-assistant-professor-of-teaching/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can a subscription model fix primary care in the US?]]></title><description><![CDATA[In April, San Francisco-based primary care company One Medical revealed an eye-popping compensation package for its chief executive and chairman, Amir Dan Rubin. His $199 million payday, particularly noteworthy at a company that has yet to turn a profit, made Rubin the second-highest-paid CEO in the United States last year &mdash; but only on paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/can-a-subscription-model-fix-primary-care-in-the-us/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jun 2021 12:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/can-a-subscription-model-fix-primary-care-in-the-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statement on the fatal attack on the Muslim family in London, Ontario]]></title><description><![CDATA[CBC News Article&nbsp;<br />
The&nbsp;UBC Department of Physical Therapy&nbsp;is&nbsp;devastated&nbsp;by the loss of Salman Afzaal, a physiotherapist, Madiha Salman, an engineer and PhD candidate at London&rsquo;s Western University, their daughter Yumna Afzaal and Salman&rsquo;s mother, Talat Afzaal.&nbsp;This is an enormous loss to the Muslim community and the physical therapy&nbsp;community&nbsp;across Canada and beyond.&nbsp;<br />
Salman was a physical therapist who worked in long-term care&nbsp;and wa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/statement-on-the-fatal-attack-on-the-muslim-family-in-london-ontario/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2021 20:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/statement-on-the-fatal-attack-on-the-muslim-family-in-london-ontario/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nintendo Wii therapy can help improve balance in children with cerebral palsy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Therapy based on the Nintendo&reg; Wii Balance Board can help improve balance in children with cerebral palsy, according to an analysis published in Developmental Medicine &amp; Child Neurology.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nintendo-wii-therapy-can-help-improve-balance-in-children-with-cerebral-palsy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2021 07:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nintendo-wii-therapy-can-help-improve-balance-in-children-with-cerebral-palsy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Measuring how patterns of gene expression change in children may help predict T1D progression]]></title><description><![CDATA[Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is an autoimmune disease in which a misdirected immune system gradually destroys healthy pancreatic islet &beta; cells, resulting in a lack of insulin.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/measuring-how-patterns-of-gene-expression-change-in-children-may-help-predict-t1d-progression/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2021 03:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/measuring-how-patterns-of-gene-expression-change-in-children-may-help-predict-t1d-progression/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Little-known illnesses turning up in Covid long-haulers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The day Dr. Elizabeth Dawson was diagnosed with covid-19 in October, she awoke feeling as if she had a bad hangover. Four months later she tested negative for the virus, but her symptoms have only worsened.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/little-known-illnesses-turning-up-in-covid-long-haulers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2021 14:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/little-known-illnesses-turning-up-in-covid-long-haulers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adults with cerebral palsy receive significantly less physical therapy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adults with cerebral palsy are more likely to experience the debilitating pains of musculoskeletal disorders, but they receive significantly less physical therapy for those ailments, according to a recent study.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/adults-with-cerebral-palsy-receive-significantly-less-physical-therapy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 May 2021 10:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/adults-with-cerebral-palsy-receive-significantly-less-physical-therapy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[As pandemic eases, many seniors have lost strength, may need rehabilitative services]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ronald Lindquist, 87, has been active all his life. So, he wasn't prepared for what happened when he stopped going out during the coronavirus pandemic and spent most of his time, inactive, at home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/as-pandemic-eases-many-seniors-have-lost-strength-may-need-rehabilitative-services/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 May 2021 14:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/as-pandemic-eases-many-seniors-have-lost-strength-may-need-rehabilitative-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UBC Master of Physical Therapy – Admissions Video]]></title><description><![CDATA[Are you interested in becoming a physical therapist?<br />
Physical therapists are primary care professionals who work in a variety of settings, such as rehabilitation centers, hospitals, community health centers, and private clinics in both rural and urban areas.<br />
The Master of Physical Therapy program at the University of British Columbia is the only entry-to-practice program in BC and now accepts 100 students over two sites.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-master-of-physical-therapy-admissions-video/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 May 2021 22:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-master-of-physical-therapy-admissions-video/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seniors enrolled in both Medicare and Medicaid can experience worse outcomes after ICU hospitalization]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seniors who are enrolled in both Medicare and Medicaid are at risk for experiencing greater worsening of functional status following ICU hospitalization, according to research presented at the ATS 2021 International Conference.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/seniors-enrolled-in-both-medicare-and-medicaid-can-experience-worse-outcomes-after-icu-hospitalization/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 May 2021 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/seniors-enrolled-in-both-medicare-and-medicaid-can-experience-worse-outcomes-after-icu-hospitalization/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cognitive, behavioral therapy may produce more significant outcomes for obese people]]></title><description><![CDATA[Quality of life relating to physical and mental health can be a key element in the treatment of obese adults.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-may-produce-more-significant-outcomes-for-obese-people/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2021 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-may-produce-more-significant-outcomes-for-obese-people/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Older heart failure patients significantly benefit from tailored cardiac rehab program]]></title><description><![CDATA[Older patients hospitalized with acute heart failure who participated in a novel 12-week physical rehabilitation (rehab) program tailored to address their specific physical impairments had significant gains not only in physical functioning but also quality of life and depression compared with those receiving usual care, regardless of their heart's ejection fraction, according to a new study presented at the American College of Cardiology's 70th Annual Scientific Session.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/older-heart-failure-patients-significantly-benefit-from-tailored-cardiac-rehab-program/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2021 06:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/older-heart-failure-patients-significantly-benefit-from-tailored-cardiac-rehab-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadian Physiotherapy Association’s Centenary Medals of Distinction]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to all of our faculty and alumni who have been awarded CPA centenary medals of distinction!<br />
The Canadian Physiotherapy Association&rsquo;s Centenary Medals of Distinction have&nbsp;been created to mark the Association&rsquo;s 100th Anniversary. The medal serves to recognize 100+ individuals who have impacted physiotherapy from 1920 to 2020. These medals will be presented and the recipients will be recognized at the CPA&rsquo;s Congress 2021.<br />
The awards will recognize leaders, rol]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/canadian-physiotherapy-associations-centenary-medals-of-distinction/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2021 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/canadian-physiotherapy-associations-centenary-medals-of-distinction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blocking fat-busting enzyme with a drug compromises cardiac repair during acute heart failure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blocking the fat-busting enzyme lipoxygenase with a synthetic inhibitor throws the immune system's innate inflammatory response out of whack, compromising cardiac repair during acute heart failure, USF Health researchers found.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/blocking-fat-busting-enzyme-with-a-drug-compromises-cardiac-repair-during-acute-heart-failure/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2021 02:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/blocking-fat-busting-enzyme-with-a-drug-compromises-cardiac-repair-during-acute-heart-failure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2021 PABC Annual Awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Each year, the Physiotherapy Association of British Columbia (PABC) recognizes members who make outstanding contributions to the profession.<br />
&ldquo;It was inspiring to see so many engaged members make the time on Saturday to attend our first-ever PABC Member Day. Of course, the sessions were virtual, but this did not stop us from thoughtfully catching up and connecting with one another. Thank you to our incredible speakers, moderators, attendees, and the PABC staff for organizing the day. A big]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/2021-pabc-annual-awards/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 May 2021 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/2021-pabc-annual-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neuroimaging technology used to study how brain stimulation works for treatment of depression]]></title><description><![CDATA[Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation, or rTMS, was FDA approved in 2008 as a safe and effective noninvasive treatment for severe depression resistant to antidepressant medications. A small coil positioned near the scalp generates repetitive, pulsed magnetic waves that pass through the skull and stimulate brain cells to relieve symptoms of depression.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/neuroimaging-technology-used-to-study-how-brain-stimulation-works-for-treatment-of-depression/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 May 2021 03:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/neuroimaging-technology-used-to-study-how-brain-stimulation-works-for-treatment-of-depression/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2021 Clinical Educator Awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[The UBC Department of Physical Therapy is thrilled to recognize outstanding Clinical Educators through the annual Clinical Educator Award. These awards are student nominated and highlight excellence in education, supervision, and mentorship of Master of Physical Therapy students.<br />
The 2021 Clinical Educator Recipients areDanny Phoenix, for his constant reliable mentorship.<br />
Michelle Jacobs, for her commitment to providing the best learning opportunities in a safe learning environment.<br />
Lauren Morri]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/2021-clinical-educator-awards/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2021 19:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/2021-clinical-educator-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vagus nerve stimulation paired with rehabilitation could improve hand and arm function after stroke]]></title><description><![CDATA[Results of a study co-authored by MGH Institute of Health Professions researcher Teresa Kimberley, PhD, PT, have the potential to be one of the most impressive advances in decades to help improve the lives of patients who have had a stroke with resulting arm weakness.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/vagus-nerve-stimulation-paired-with-rehabilitation-could-improve-hand-and-arm-function-after-stroke/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Apr 2021 07:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/vagus-nerve-stimulation-paired-with-rehabilitation-could-improve-hand-and-arm-function-after-stroke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cognitive outcomes in survivors of childhood cancers have been largely understudied]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a new study led by Yale Cancer Center, researchers report many survivors of childhood cancers receive systemic therapies associated with cognitive effects and chronic health conditions that may impact long-term cognitive outcomes with downstream effects on education, employment, and income.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cognitive-outcomes-in-survivors-of-childhood-cancers-have-been-largely-understudied/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Apr 2021 06:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cognitive-outcomes-in-survivors-of-childhood-cancers-have-been-largely-understudied/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study on exercise program for men with prostate cancer overcomes COVID-19 challenges]]></title><description><![CDATA[At the beginning of 2020, the research study on the SIRvivor BC Exercise Program for men with prostate cancer was just building momentum. After a successful pilot term, several community centres were eager to continue offering the exercise program for men in the local community.<br />
Then the COVID-19 pandemic reached British Columbia.<br />
The SIRvivor BC study is evaluating how best to offer the exercise program in community centres throughout B.C. It is led by UBC Department of Physical Therapy researc]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-on-exercise-program-for-men-with-prostate-cancer-overcomes-covid-19-challenges/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Apr 2021 18:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-on-exercise-program-for-men-with-prostate-cancer-overcomes-covid-19-challenges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[After accident, patient crashes into $700,000 bill for spine surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mark Gottlieb's life changed in an instant when another driver crashed into his car, damaging four vertebrae in his upper spine and smashing six teeth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/after-accident-patient-crashes-into-700000-bill-for-spine-surgery/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Apr 2021 15:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/after-accident-patient-crashes-into-700000-bill-for-spine-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study identifies higher mortality risk for women with back pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[New research from Boston Medical Center identifies elevated mortality risk for women with back pain when compared to women without back pain. Back pain was not associated with mortality among men indicating long-term consequences of back pain may differ by sex.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-identifies-higher-mortality-risk-for-women-with-back-pain/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Apr 2021 02:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-identifies-higher-mortality-risk-for-women-with-back-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nearly 20% of U.S. adults experience chronic pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chronic pain is among the most common chronic conditions in the United States, but estimates of its prevalence and impact vary widely.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nearly-20-of-us-adults-experience-chronic-pain/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Apr 2021 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nearly-20-of-us-adults-experience-chronic-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From rotten teeth to advanced cancer, patients feel the effects of treatment delays]]></title><description><![CDATA[With medical visits picking up again among patients vaccinated against Covid-19, health providers are starting to see the consequences of a year of pandemic-delayed preventive and emergency care as they find more advanced cancer and rotting and damaged teeth, among other ailments.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/from-rotten-teeth-to-advanced-cancer-patients-feel-the-effects-of-treatment-delays/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Apr 2021 14:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/from-rotten-teeth-to-advanced-cancer-patients-feel-the-effects-of-treatment-delays/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USF wins $44.4 million NIH grant to test whether computerized brain training can prevent dementia]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Institutes of Health has awarded the University of South Florida total expected funds of $44.4 million over the next five years to study whether computerized brain training exercises can reduce the risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI), and dementias like Alzheimer's disease, in older adults.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/usf-wins-444-million-nih-grant-to-test-whether-computerized-brain-training-can-prevent-dementia/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2021 00:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/usf-wins-444-million-nih-grant-to-test-whether-computerized-brain-training-can-prevent-dementia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Tamarah Nerreter: GCOMPT Graduate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):<br />
Tamarah Nerreter &ndash; MScPT CAFCI GCOMPT<br />
Orthopedics, Sports, Pelvic Health (Pediatric, Male and Female), Pre /Post Natal, Concussion, Vestibular Therapy, Acupuncture, Visceral Therapy<br />
Where do you work?:<br />
I&rsquo;m now an owner of my own company, a sole practitioner for now at BoDynamics Physiotherapy in Tsawwassen/South Delta (my home community) just outside of Vancouver, BC, Canada.&nbsp; I also work twice a week with the Sungod Physiotherapy team (Tsawwassen location). I]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/meet-tamarah-nerreter-gcompt-graduate/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Apr 2021 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/meet-tamarah-nerreter-gcompt-graduate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Role of academic medical centers as field hospitals during emergency situations]]></title><description><![CDATA[By April last year, up to 28 free-standing alternate care sites ranging in size from 50 to 3,000 beds were underway or finished in the U.S.--the Michigan Medicine Field Hospital among them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/role-of-academic-medical-centers-as-field-hospitals-during-emergency-situations/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Apr 2021 03:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/role-of-academic-medical-centers-as-field-hospitals-during-emergency-situations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LungFIT Pulmonary Rehabilitation Podcast – Dr Pat Camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[The LungFIT Pulmonary Rehabilitation podcast focuses on all things related to pulmonary rehabilitation (PR). PR is a multidisciplinary, evidence-based intervention for people with chronic lung disease. People who participate in PR report improved quality of life, reduced symptoms, and have better exercise tolerance. Many years of excellent research have provided PR with a solid evidence base, but often this evidence is not translated into clinical practice.<br />
There are some resources available to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/lungfit-pulmonary-rehabilitation-podcast-dr-pat-camp/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Mar 2021 23:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/lungfit-pulmonary-rehabilitation-podcast-dr-pat-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FDA authorizes marketing of new device for short-term treatment of gait deficit in MS patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized marketing of a new device indicated for use as a short-term treatment of gait deficit due to mild to moderate symptoms from multiple sclerosis (MS).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fda-authorizes-marketing-of-new-device-for-short-term-treatment-of-gait-deficit-in-ms-patients/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Mar 2021 18:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fda-authorizes-marketing-of-new-device-for-short-term-treatment-of-gait-deficit-in-ms-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pandemic fear is killing patients suffering from other serious diseases]]></title><description><![CDATA[During the COVID-19 pandemic, Joseph S. Alpert, MD, Editor-in-Chief of The American Journal of Medicine, published by Elsevier, has observed that although non-COVID inpatients suffered from the usual mix of conditions such as heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease exacerbations, the Internal Medicine inpatient population was distinctly different from what he had seen over the past decades.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pandemic-fear-is-killing-patients-suffering-from-other-serious-diseases/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2021 05:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pandemic-fear-is-killing-patients-suffering-from-other-serious-diseases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neuroplasticity: How to rewire your brain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Lara Boyd (Professor), was featured on the BBC providing an interview of brain plasticity and the pandemic. Watch the segment here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/neuroplasticity-how-to-rewire-your-brain/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Mar 2021 18:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/neuroplasticity-how-to-rewire-your-brain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hospital charges increasing more rapidly for hip fracture patients than surgeon reimbursements]]></title><description><![CDATA[In recent years, hospital charges and Medicare payments for patients with hip fractures have increased much more rapidly than charges and payments for orthopaedic surgeons, reports a study in the Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hospital-charges-increasing-more-rapidly-for-hip-fracture-patients-than-surgeon-reimbursements/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2021 21:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hospital-charges-increasing-more-rapidly-for-hip-fracture-patients-than-surgeon-reimbursements/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UofL and Medtronic collaborate to develop epidural stimulation software for spinal cord injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at the University of Louisville made news worldwide in 2018 when two people diagnosed with complete spinal cord injuries recovered the ability to walk thanks to experimental use of a therapy known as epidural stimulation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uofl-and-medtronic-collaborate-to-develop-epidural-stimulation-software-for-spinal-cord-injury/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Mar 2021 00:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uofl-and-medtronic-collaborate-to-develop-epidural-stimulation-software-for-spinal-cord-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study uncovers mechanism to help explain how maternal stress causes idiopathic preterm birth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Preterm birth is a leading cause of infant deaths and illness in the U.S. -- yet its underlying molecular causes remain largely unclear. About 40 to 50% of preterm births, defined as births before 37 weeks of pregnancy, are estimated to be "idiopathic," meaning they arise from unexplained or spontaneous labor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-uncovers-mechanism-to-help-explain-how-maternal-stress-causes-idiopathic-preterm-birth/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2021 00:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-uncovers-mechanism-to-help-explain-how-maternal-stress-causes-idiopathic-preterm-birth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Learning to live again: A Lazarus tale from the Covid front lines]]></title><description><![CDATA[The twinkle in his eyes, the delight in his smile, the joyous way he moved his disease-withered frame. They all proclaimed a single, resounding message: Grateful to be alive!]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/learning-to-live-again-a-lazarus-tale-from-the-covid-front-lines/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2021 14:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/learning-to-live-again-a-lazarus-tale-from-the-covid-front-lines/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A promising strategy to improve functional capacity of damaged muscle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Muscle is the largest organ that accounts for 40% of body mass and plays an essential role in maintaining our lives.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-promising-strategy-to-improve-functional-capacity-of-damaged-muscle/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2021 05:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-promising-strategy-to-improve-functional-capacity-of-damaged-muscle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Physical therapy improves patient outcomes post-cesarean section]]></title><description><![CDATA[Women who received physical therapy after undergoing a cesarean section had significantly improved outcomes compared to those who did not according to a new study from University of Missouri Health Care.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physical-therapy-improves-patient-outcomes-post-cesarean-section/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Feb 2021 03:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physical-therapy-improves-patient-outcomes-post-cesarean-section/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welcome to our NEW Clinical Sites – Feb 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[A big WELCOME and THANK YOU to all of the new clinical sites that have recently joined us!<br />
Krell Wellness Center (Prince George)<br />
Live Well Physiotherapy (Salmon Arm)<br />
Pitt Meadows Physiotherapy<br />
Physioworks (Vancouver)<br />
Myodetox (Fraser)<br />
Myodetox (Kits)<br />
Envision Physiotherapy (Vancouver)<br />
Easy Therapy (Coquitlam/Port Coquitlam)<br />
Morgan Crossing Sports Medicine Clinic (Surrey)<br />
Re:Function Health Group (Richmond/Surrey)<br />
Williams Lake Physiotherapy Clinic (new ownership)<br />
Motionworx Physiotherapy (Kelow]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/welcome-to-our-new-clinical-sites-feb-2021/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2021 21:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/welcome-to-our-new-clinical-sites-feb-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vanessa Wu – Meet the first MPT-North Cohort]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vanessa Wu<br />
Hometown: Richmond, BC<br />
What inspired you to pursue your program?<br />
The MPT program at UBC has been a dream of mine ever since volunteering and working in physical rehabilitation. I chose physiotherapy because it is an active, hands-on career where I can teach others, and learn something new every day. The most rewarding aspect of the profession I look forward to is building a rapport with a variety of people and teaching them how to take an active role in improving their health.<br />
How ha]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/vanessa-wu-meet-the-first-mpt-north-cohort/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2021 17:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/vanessa-wu-meet-the-first-mpt-north-cohort/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet the first MPT-North Cohort]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are now halfway through the first year of the first-ever MPT-North cohort! Here is what a few of the students had to say about their experience so far in the program.Skylar Brown<br />
Hometown: Ottawa, Quebec<br />
Growing up surrounded by sport led me to be exposed to all sorts of sport-related occupations &ndash; sports psychologists, physiotherapists, athletic therapists, and coaches. I set a goal in middle school to become a physical therapist. Though my mind changed many times along the way, I foun]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/meet-the-first-mpt-north-cohort/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2021 22:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/meet-the-first-mpt-north-cohort/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shaye Dezamit – Meet the first MPT-North Cohort]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shaye Dezamit<br />
Hometown: Burns Lake, British Columbia<br />
What inspired you to pursue your program?<br />
Growing up I had many meaningful experiences with Physiotherapists who helped me with my injuries and greatly improved my quality of life. Understanding the impact that I could have on a person living a better life, inspired me to want to help others.<br />
How has your experience in the MPT-North program been so far?<br />
It has been an amazing experience so far. Being from the North and gaining experience in t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/shaye-dezamit-meet-the-first-mpt-north-cohort/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2021 20:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/shaye-dezamit-meet-the-first-mpt-north-cohort/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jordan Olexyn – Meet the first MPT-North Cohort]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jordan Olexyn<br />
Hometown: Prince George, British Columbia<br />
What inspired you to pursue your program?<br />
I always knew I wanted to do something in the medical industry where I actually got to work with people, but I was afraid that if I became a GP then I wouldn&rsquo;t have any time for my family. When I was in my second last year of Secondary school, I sprained my ankle about a week before I was supposed to compete in a snowboarding event, and take part in a skills camp where I was being scouted to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jordan-olexyn-meet-the-first-mpt-north-cohort/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2021 20:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jordan-olexyn-meet-the-first-mpt-north-cohort/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Skylar Brown – Meet the first MPT-North Cohort]]></title><description><![CDATA[Skylar Brown<br />
Hometown: Ottawa, Quebec<br />
What inspired you to pursue your program?<br />
Growing up surrounded by sport led me to be exposed to all sorts of sport-related occupations &ndash; sports psychologists, physiotherapists, athletic therapists, and coaches. I set a goal in middle school to become a physical therapist. Though my mind changed many times along the way, I found myself back at square one, which is right where I belong. I strongly believe that movement is medicine, and in the power of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/skylar-brown-meet-the-first-mpt-north-cohort/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2021 19:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/skylar-brown-meet-the-first-mpt-north-cohort/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Skylar Bown – Meet the first MPT-North Cohort]]></title><description><![CDATA[Skylar Bown<br />
Hometown: Ottawa, Ontario<br />
What inspired you to pursue your program?<br />
Growing up surrounded by sport led me to be exposed to all sorts of sport-related occupations &ndash; sports psychologists, physiotherapists, athletic therapists, and coaches. I set a goal in middle school to become a physical therapist. Though my mind changed many times along the way, I found myself back at square one, which is right where I belong. I strongly believe that movement is medicine, and in the power of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/skylar-bown-meet-the-first-mpt-north-cohort/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2021 19:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/skylar-bown-meet-the-first-mpt-north-cohort/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study: Marching bands need access to athletic trainers just as players do]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly every fall, as football teams return to the field, tragic stories of players falling ill and even dying of heat trauma make the headlines. What many don't consider is that marching band members -- who don heavy uniforms and perform in the same sweltering temperatures -- may also be at risk.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-marching-bands-need-access-to-athletic-trainers-just-as-players-do/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2021 06:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-marching-bands-need-access-to-athletic-trainers-just-as-players-do/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cell-selective nanotherapy can help treat atherosclerotic plaques]]></title><description><![CDATA[Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), commonly known as angioplasty with a stent, opens clogged arteries and saves lives. Despite its benefit in treating atherosclerosis that causes coronary artery disease, this common minimally-invasive procedure still poses severe complications for some patients.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cell-selective-nanotherapy-can-help-treat-atherosclerotic-plaques/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2021 06:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cell-selective-nanotherapy-can-help-treat-atherosclerotic-plaques/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The acceleration behind telehealth services]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this interview, Chun-Kai Chang , the Business Development Manager of Telehealth at Advantech, talks to News-Medical about the acceleration behind telehealth services.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/the-acceleration-behind-telehealth-services/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2021 11:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/the-acceleration-behind-telehealth-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scientists find link between developmental coordination disorder risk and difficulties with time perception]]></title><description><![CDATA[Neuroscientists at McMaster University have found a link between children who are at risk for developmental coordination disorder (DCD), a common condition that can cause clumsiness, and difficulties with time perception such as interpreting changes in rhythmic beats.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/scientists-find-link-between-developmental-coordination-disorder-risk-and-difficulties-with-time-perception/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2021 03:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/scientists-find-link-between-developmental-coordination-disorder-risk-and-difficulties-with-time-perception/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers elucidate mechanism by which blood and lymph vessels remain separated]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers from Kumamoto University (Japan) have clarified the mechanism by which blood and lymph vessels remain segregated from one another after development.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-elucidate-mechanism-by-which-blood-and-lymph-vessels-remain-separated/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2021 03:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-elucidate-mechanism-by-which-blood-and-lymph-vessels-remain-separated/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neuromuscular training in cardiac rehabilitation improves quality of life in heart attack patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Neuromuscular training improves balance, stability, coordination and reaction speed, increasing patients&rsquo; ability to perform daily chores and allowing them to gain quality of life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/neuromuscular-training-in-cardiac-rehabilitation-improves-quality-of-life-in-heart-attack-patients/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2021 06:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/neuromuscular-training-in-cardiac-rehabilitation-improves-quality-of-life-in-heart-attack-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Preclinical study uncovers how Zika virus passes from mother to fetus during pregnancy]]></title><description><![CDATA[A preclinical study by a University of South Florida Health Morsani College of Medicine research team has discovered a new mechanism for how Zika virus can pass from mothers to their children during pregnancy - a process known as vertical transmission.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/preclinical-study-uncovers-how-zika-virus-passes-from-mother-to-fetus-during-pregnancy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2021 01:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/preclinical-study-uncovers-how-zika-virus-passes-from-mother-to-fetus-during-pregnancy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New WHO guidelines provide recommendations for managing chronic pain in children]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chronic pain or pain that persists or recurs for longer than three months in children is a significant public health problem and a leading cause of morbidity in children globally.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-who-guidelines-provide-recommendations-for-managing-chronic-pain-in-children/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2021 00:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-who-guidelines-provide-recommendations-for-managing-chronic-pain-in-children/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robotic exoskeleton gait training may aid early rehabilitation for stroke]]></title><description><![CDATA[A team of New Jersey researchers has demonstrated that high-dose therapy gait training using robotic exoskeletons may aid early rehabilitation for acute stroke.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/robotic-exoskeleton-gait-training-may-aid-early-rehabilitation-for-stroke/</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2021 01:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/robotic-exoskeleton-gait-training-may-aid-early-rehabilitation-for-stroke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thread-based sensors can measure head movements in real time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Engineers at Tufts University have created and demonstrated flexible thread-based sensors that can measure movement of the neck, providing data on the direction, angle of rotation and degree of displacement of the head.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/thread-based-sensors-can-measure-head-movements-in-real-time/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2021 14:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/thread-based-sensors-can-measure-head-movements-in-real-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Physical exercise helps improve mobility, increase quality of life of patients with chronic kidney disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[An improved physical condition with these exercises helps improve mobility in certain daily activities, increasing the quality of life of people with chronic kidney disease.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physical-exercise-helps-improve-mobility-increase-quality-of-life-of-patients-with-chronic-kidney-disease/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2021 19:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physical-exercise-helps-improve-mobility-increase-quality-of-life-of-patients-with-chronic-kidney-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IEPEP is now Physio Refresh!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Physio Refresh includes all of the&nbsp;award-winning&nbsp;IEPEP content, plus more than ten&nbsp;new interactive modules,&nbsp;more&nbsp;flexible programming&nbsp;options, a&nbsp;fully virtual&nbsp;learning format, and a more&nbsp;user-friendly&nbsp;course environment. The 2021 delivery has adapted to the need to practice&nbsp;and be assessed, in a virtual format.<br />
Physio Refresh encompasses both theoretical and practical components and includes practice examinations and workshops which focus o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/iepep-is-now-physio-refresh/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2021 00:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/iepep-is-now-physio-refresh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Janice Eng appointed to UBC’s highest faculty honour: University Killam Professor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr. Janice Eng, a professor in the faculty of medicine&rsquo;s department of physical therapy, has been awarded UBC&rsquo;s highest honour conferred on a faculty member.A&nbsp;University Killam Professorship&nbsp;recognizes exceptional teachers and researchers who are leaders in their fields, and who have received international recognition for their talents and achievements.<br />
Dr. Eng is a world leader in stroke recovery research, from basic neurobiology to novel clinical interventions and treatme]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/janice-eng-appointed-to-ubcs-highest-faculty-honour-university-killam-professor/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2021 22:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/janice-eng-appointed-to-ubcs-highest-faculty-honour-university-killam-professor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stimulation method helps some people with spinal cord injury to regain hand and arm mobility]]></title><description><![CDATA[Almost 18,000 Americans experience traumatic spinal cord injuries every year. Many of these people are unable to use their hands and arms and can't do everyday tasks such as eating, grooming or drinking water without help.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/stimulation-method-helps-some-people-with-spinal-cord-injury-to-regain-hand-and-arm-mobility/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2021 02:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/stimulation-method-helps-some-people-with-spinal-cord-injury-to-regain-hand-and-arm-mobility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Robbi Basran: GCOMPT Graduate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):<br />
Robbi Basran, Physiotherapist &ndash; MPT, BKin, FCAMPT, CAFCI, FDN (IMS), CSCS<br />
Where do you work?:<br />
Coast Performance Rehabilitation (Kitsilano)<br />
What is your favourite thing about your work?&nbsp;<br />
Helping people reach a certain goal whether it be completing a 10km run or simply getting back to an activity they love. Moving beyond being &ldquo;pain-free&rdquo; and trying to show people the value of a healthy lifestyle and taking care of their bodies for the future.<br />
What is one]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/meet-robbi-basran-gcompt-graduate/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2021 22:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/meet-robbi-basran-gcompt-graduate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USF researchers discover promising new compound to open constricted airways]]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite the progress made in managing asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), poorly controlled symptoms for both respiratory diseases can lead to severe shortness of breath, hospitalizations or even death.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/usf-researchers-discover-promising-new-compound-to-open-constricted-airways/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2021 00:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/usf-researchers-discover-promising-new-compound-to-open-constricted-airways/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[As the terror of COVID struck, health care workers struggled to survive. Thousands lost the fight.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Workers at Garfield Medical Center in suburban Los Angeles were on edge as the pandemic ramped up in March and April. Staffers in a 30-patient unit were rationing a single tub of sanitizing wipes all day. A May memo from the CEO said N95 masks could be cleaned up to 20 times before replacement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/as-the-terror-of-covid-struck-health-care-workers-struggled-to-survive-thousands-lost-the-fight/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Dec 2020 19:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/as-the-terror-of-covid-struck-health-care-workers-struggled-to-survive-thousands-lost-the-fight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study examines how obesity affected postpartum hemorrhage outcomes at a tertiary care center]]></title><description><![CDATA[Postpartum hemorrhage, or excessive bleeding after delivery, is still one of the leading causes of severe maternal injury and death in the United States. And the rise in obesity among pregnant women has been linked to increased rates of this potentially serious, largely preventable obstetric complication.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-examines-how-obesity-affected-postpartum-hemorrhage-outcomes-at-a-tertiary-care-center/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Dec 2020 06:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-examines-how-obesity-affected-postpartum-hemorrhage-outcomes-at-a-tertiary-care-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Year in Review 2020 – UBC Department of Physical Therapy]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp;It gives me great pleasure to write the introduction for this last weekly update of the year! I think many of us will be glad to see the end of 2020 and look forward to much better things in 2021; the vaccine is certainly a very nice Christmas present. As I look back on 2021, I am truly amazed at the resilience, commitment, and dedication of so many people who pulled together to keep our Department functional during these extraordinary times; from staff working on kitchen tables, to facult]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/year-in-review-2020-ubc-department-of-physical-therapy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2020 19:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/year-in-review-2020-ubc-department-of-physical-therapy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FDA grants marketing authorization for new ACL implant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration granted marketing authorization&mdash;under the De Novo premarket review pathway&mdash;for an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) implant, intended to serve as an alternative to ACL reconstruction to treat ACL tears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fda-grants-marketing-authorization-for-new-acl-implant/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2020 22:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fda-grants-marketing-authorization-for-new-acl-implant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coronavirus: How COVID-19 could damage the brain (Global News)]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Erica Taylor got&nbsp;COVID-19,&nbsp;her brain seemed to shut off completely.<br />
&ldquo;I couldn&rsquo;t think. Suddenly I couldn&rsquo;t hold onto any thoughts,&rdquo; she said, adding &ldquo;I didn&rsquo;t know who I was, where I was. I don&rsquo;t know how long I was like that.&rdquo;<br />
At the time, she was 31 years old and showing the usual first signs of infection, dry cough and nausea.<br />
What ended up happening was far from typical. She started suffering from debilitating neurological sympto]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/coronavirus-how-covid-19-could-damage-the-brain-global-news/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2020 22:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/coronavirus-how-covid-19-could-damage-the-brain-global-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vape flavorings can harm the heart]]></title><description><![CDATA[The appealing array of fruit and candy flavors that entice millions of young people take up vaping can harm their hearts, a preclinical study by University of South Florida Health (USF Health) researchers found.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/vape-flavorings-can-harm-the-heart/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Dec 2020 21:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/vape-flavorings-can-harm-the-heart/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MPT-North: Up by Its Own Bootstraps]]></title><description><![CDATA[To &ldquo;pull oneself up by one&rsquo;s bootstraps&rdquo; is an old idiomatic expression for an impossible or a difficult task. Today, computer booting, boot-up or bootstrapping, among other names, means &ldquo;to make use of existing resources or capabilities to raise (oneself) to a new situation or state; to modify or improve by making use of what is already present.&rdquo;<br />
With the Fall term of the MPT-N program successfully coming to an end next week, we would like to express our gratitude]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-north-up-by-its-own-bootstraps/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2020 18:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-north-up-by-its-own-bootstraps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Natalie Grant – GCOMPT Graduate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):<br />
Natalie Grant MScPT, BScKin, FCAMPT, CGIMS, CAFCI<br />
Where do you work?:<br />
I work clinically at Woodland Physiotherapy Clinic in Vancouver &ndash; this is a private clinic where I see primarily orthopaedic clients. I am also the Musculoskeletal Curriculum Coordinator and an Assistant Professor of Teaching in the Department of Physical Therapy at UBC.<br />
What is your favourite thing about your work?<br />
I like solving problems and knowing that I have made a positive difference in someone e]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/meet-natalie-grant-gcompt-graduate/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2020 17:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/meet-natalie-grant-gcompt-graduate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OU Health Sciences Center receives federal grant for opioid management in older adults]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chronic pain can be quite common among older adults as they face conditions such as arthritis and neuropathy. Treating pain in older adults requires special considerations, however, especially when it comes to opioids.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ou-health-sciences-center-receives-federal-grant-for-opioid-management-in-older-adults/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2020 01:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ou-health-sciences-center-receives-federal-grant-for-opioid-management-in-older-adults/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alumni Spotlight: Meet Ranko Vukovic – MPT Class of 2015]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the Founder and CEO of VanCity Physio, Ranko Vukovic has long been a proponent of TeleHealth as a vehicle for making healthcare and professional services more accessible in our communities. This year, his strategy gained widespread acceptance, with healthcare professionals scrambling to put in place their variations on his TelePhysio strategy in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.<br />
An alumnus of the Master of Physical Therapy program, Ranko is a registered physiotherapist (RPT) licensed with th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/alumni-spotlight-meet-ranko-vukovic-mpt-class-of-2015/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2020 18:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/alumni-spotlight-meet-ranko-vukovic-mpt-class-of-2015/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Experimental drug can reverse age-related memory decline in mice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just a few doses of an experimental drug can reverse age-related declines in memory and mental flexibility in mice, according to a new study by UC San Francisco scientists.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/experimental-drug-can-reverse-age-related-memory-decline-in-mice/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2020 00:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/experimental-drug-can-reverse-age-related-memory-decline-in-mice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fall Graduation 2020]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the UBC Department of Physical Therapy Class of 2020.This week was an important one for the Department with the graduation of the MPT class of 2020. Following a virtual UBC convocation on Wednesday, the Department held its reception for the graduates on Thursday. This year&rsquo;s ceremonies were unique in that they were held via Zoom. A big thank you to everyone who spoke at the ceremony, including:<br />
Sue Murphy, Department Head<br />
Department of Physical Therapy, University of Bri]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fall-graduation-2020/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2020 17:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fall-graduation-2020/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers receive $1.1 million NSF grant to improve in-home physical therapy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scientists at the VTC Smart Rehab Lab are developing breakthrough, affordable technology and methods to connect stroke survivors to physical therapy at home through tele-rehabilitation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-receive-11-million-nsf-grant-to-improve-in-home-physical-therapy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2020 02:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-receive-11-million-nsf-grant-to-improve-in-home-physical-therapy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study: Home health care provides support, improves recovery for COVID-19 patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Survivors of COVID-19 are a vulnerable population who often have health ramifications from their illness and hospital stay. Upon returning home from acute care, large proportions of survivors experience functional dependencies, pain, dyspnea, and exhaustion.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-home-health-care-provides-support-improves-recovery-for-covid-19-patients/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2020 06:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-home-health-care-provides-support-improves-recovery-for-covid-19-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Karissa Polsom – Fall Graduation 2020]]></title><description><![CDATA[Original article published by the Faculty of Medicine.Karissa Polsom<br />
Hometown: Prince George, B.C.<br />
Program: Master of Physical TherapyWhat attracted you to your field?<br />
I have always been an active person, and with that have struggled with varying pains and injuries over the years. It wasn&rsquo;t until I spent some time with a physiotherapist for chronic hip pain that I started to fully understand how interesting and rewarding the profession can be.<br />
I was fascinated by how much they knew about]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/karissa-polsom-fall-graduation-2020/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2020 19:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/karissa-polsom-fall-graduation-2020/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VCH News Release: New research from Dr. Teresa Liu-Ambrose shows a home-based exercise program for seniors can help prevent falls &amp; reduce injury:]]></title><description><![CDATA[A home-based exercise program reduces injury and falls by improving cognitive abilities, according to new research published in the Journal Gerontology: Medical Science&nbsp;in November 2020.<br />
&ldquo;There is a strong brain-body connection when it comes to falls, such that reduced cognitive function puts one at greater risk for falls. Evidence also suggests exercise reduces falls and is good for your brain,&rdquo; says study principal investigator, Dr. Teresa Liu-Ambrose.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/vch-news-release-new-research-from-dr-teresa-liu-ambrose-shows-a-home-based-exercise-program-for-seniors-can-help-prevent-falls-amp-reduce-injury/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2020 23:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/vch-news-release-new-research-from-dr-teresa-liu-ambrose-shows-a-home-based-exercise-program-for-seniors-can-help-prevent-falls-amp-reduce-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Longer period of morning stiffness reported in children from less affluent families]]></title><description><![CDATA[Children with arthritis affecting five or more joints, called polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis (polyarticular JIA), living in less affluent families were twice as likely to report more than an hour of morning joint stiffness, compared to their counterparts from more affluent families, according to a study by investigators at Hospital for Special Surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/longer-period-of-morning-stiffness-reported-in-children-from-less-affluent-families/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2020 00:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/longer-period-of-morning-stiffness-reported-in-children-from-less-affluent-families/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New strategy for designing COVID-19 antiviral drugs to inhibit key viral protein]]></title><description><![CDATA[SARS-CoV-2, the respiratory virus that causes COVID-19, attacks the body in multiple steps. Gaining entry into cells deep within the lungs and hijacking the human host cell's machinery to churn out copies of itself are two of the earliest steps -- both essential for viral infection.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-strategy-for-designing-covid-19-antiviral-drugs-to-inhibit-key-viral-protein/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2020 06:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-strategy-for-designing-covid-19-antiviral-drugs-to-inhibit-key-viral-protein/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NACEP Guidelines for Supervising PT Students using Telerehabilitation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most aspects of a clinical education experience remain the same regardless of whether the experience occurs in-person or using telerehabilitation, however, some aspects might differ. These guidelines aim to highlight these differences and intend to provide the Clinical Instructor and student with guidance for clinical education experiences that involve patient care using telerehabilitation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nacep-guidelines-for-supervising-pt-students-using-telerehabilitation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2020 22:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nacep-guidelines-for-supervising-pt-students-using-telerehabilitation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Module: Building Safe and Supportive Learning Environments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Students may come to you to discuss potential mistreatment concerns about their learning environment. This module will introduce the UBC Faculty of Medicine&rsquo;s student mistreatment policies and reporting process so that you can assist students requiring support. Resources are provided to build safe and supportive relationships with learners by fostering student resilience and well-being.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/module-building-safe-and-supportive-learning-environments/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2020 22:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/module-building-safe-and-supportive-learning-environments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Children with multiple islet autoantibodies are more likely to progress to type 1 diabetes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Children with multiple islet autoantibodies - biological markers of autoimmunity -- are more likely to progress to symptomatic type 1 diabetes (T1D) than those who remain positive for a single autoantibody.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/children-with-multiple-islet-autoantibodies-are-more-likely-to-progress-to-type-1-diabetes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2020 07:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/children-with-multiple-islet-autoantibodies-are-more-likely-to-progress-to-type-1-diabetes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Microsurgery improves outcomes in patients experiencing paralysis from Parsonage-Turner Syndrome]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orthopedic surgeons at Hospital for Special Surgery performed successful microsurgery to repair damaged nerves and restore muscle strength and movement to patients experiencing paralysis from Parsonage-Turner Syndrome, according to a study published online ahead of print in The Journal of Hand Surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/microsurgery-improves-outcomes-in-patients-experiencing-paralysis-from-parsonage-turner-syndrome/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2020 02:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/microsurgery-improves-outcomes-in-patients-experiencing-paralysis-from-parsonage-turner-syndrome/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UMass Lowell research projects receive nearly $12 million in federal funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[UMass Lowell research projects, ranging from developing new protective gear and sensors to ensure food and water are safe to advanced wireless communications, were recently awarded nearly $12 million in federal funding through the Fiscal Year 20 Defense Appropriations bill.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/umass-lowell-research-projects-receive-nearly-12-million-in-federal-funding/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2020 20:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/umass-lowell-research-projects-receive-nearly-12-million-in-federal-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Older COVID patients battle ‘brain fog,’ weakness and emotional turmoil]]></title><description><![CDATA[For months, as Marilyn Walters has struggled to recover from COVID-19, she has repeated this prayer day and night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/older-covid-patients-battle-brain-fog-weakness-and-emotional-turmoil/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2020 12:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/older-covid-patients-battle-brain-fog-weakness-and-emotional-turmoil/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Children diagnosed with ADHD, autism frequently visit hospitals and doctors during infancy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Children who are later diagnosed with autism and/or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder visit doctors and hospitals more often in their first year of life than non-affected children, suggesting a potential new way to identify the conditions early.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/children-diagnosed-with-adhd-autism-frequently-visit-hospitals-and-doctors-during-infancy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2020 16:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/children-diagnosed-with-adhd-autism-frequently-visit-hospitals-and-doctors-during-infancy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study: PoNS neurostimulation with intensive rehabilitation may stimulate neuroplasticity]]></title><description><![CDATA[A recently published scientific study led by the Centre for Neurology Studies at HealthTech Connex and a research team from Simon Fraser University (SFU), reports the latest breakthroughs from Project Iron Soldier.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-pons-neurostimulation-with-intensive-rehabilitation-may-stimulate-neuroplasticity/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2020 07:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-pons-neurostimulation-with-intensive-rehabilitation-may-stimulate-neuroplasticity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An Interview with David Anekwe – MPT-North Academic Site Lead]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Anekwe &ndash; MPT-N Academic Site LeadQ: Tell us about your PT background and how you came to practice in the North?<br />
A: I graduated from a five-year entry-level PT program at the University of Nigeria Nsukka as the best graduating student of the department and faculty for the 2000 graduating sect. After I graduated in 2000, I worked as a physiotherapist at the Nigerian Army Teaching Hospital for one year. Next, I took up the challenge of starting a new physiotherapy department in a terti]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/an-interview-with-david-anekwe-mpt-north-academic-site-lead/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2020 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/an-interview-with-david-anekwe-mpt-north-academic-site-lead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An Interview with David Anekwe – MPT-N Academic Site Lead]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Anekwe &ndash; MPT-N Academic Site LeadQ: Tell us about your PT background and how you came to practice in the North?<br />
A: I graduated from a five-year entry-level PT program at the University of Nigeria Nsukka as the best graduating student of the department and faculty for the 2000 graduating sect. After I graduated in 2000, I worked as a physiotherapist at the Nigerian Army Teaching Hospital for one year. Next, I took up the challenge of starting a new physiotherapy department in a terti]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/an-interview-with-david-anekwe-mpt-n-academic-site-lead/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2020 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/an-interview-with-david-anekwe-mpt-n-academic-site-lead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enzyme SSH1 impairs the disposal of damaged tau and neurotoxic mitochondria]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a healthy brain, the multistep waste clearance process known as autophagy routinely removes and degrades damaged cell components - including malformed proteins like tau and toxic mitochondria.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/enzyme-ssh1-impairs-the-disposal-of-damaged-tau-and-neurotoxic-mitochondria/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2020 04:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/enzyme-ssh1-impairs-the-disposal-of-damaged-tau-and-neurotoxic-mitochondria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New program results in shorter hospital stays, reduces post-surgery delirium in older adults]]></title><description><![CDATA[People age 65 years and older account for 40 percent of inpatient operations and one-third of outpatient procedures, and these older patients are more vulnerable to longer hospital stays and other complications after surgery than younger patients.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-program-results-in-shorter-hospital-stays-reduces-post-surgery-delirium-in-older-adults/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2020 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-program-results-in-shorter-hospital-stays-reduces-post-surgery-delirium-in-older-adults/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Research shows the validity, reliability of isokinetic strength testing of older adults with COPD and stroke]]></title><description><![CDATA[The use of isokinetic dynamometers with older adults extends far beyond orthopedics, but the reliability and responsiveness of isokinetic measures in conditions like COPD and stroke are still being evaluated, report experts in Isokinetics and Exercise Science.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/research-shows-the-validity-reliability-of-isokinetic-strength-testing-of-older-adults-with-copd-and-stroke/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2020 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/research-shows-the-validity-reliability-of-isokinetic-strength-testing-of-older-adults-with-copd-and-stroke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[COVID-19-related interruptions in rehabilitation care causes emotional distress in breast cancer survivors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beyond the tragic surges in hospitalizations and deaths, the first months of the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted healthcare for people with a wide range of medical conditions - including cancer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/covid-19-related-interruptions-in-rehabilitation-care-causes-emotional-distress-in-breast-cancer-survivors/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2020 07:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/covid-19-related-interruptions-in-rehabilitation-care-causes-emotional-distress-in-breast-cancer-survivors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study demonstrates a proof-of-concept stem cell treatment in Parkinson's disease mouse model]]></title><description><![CDATA[The mature brain is infamously bad at repairing itself following damage like that caused by trauma or strokes, or from degenerative diseases like Parkinson's. Stem cells, which are endlessly adaptable, have offered the promise of better neural repair.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-demonstrates-a-proof-of-concept-stem-cell-treatment-in-parkinsons-disease-mouse-model/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2020 04:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-demonstrates-a-proof-of-concept-stem-cell-treatment-in-parkinsons-disease-mouse-model/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3D-printed alternative performs as well as the standard nasal swabs for COVID-19 testing]]></title><description><![CDATA[As COVID-19 quickly spread worldwide this spring, shortages of supplies, including the nasopharyngeal (nasal) swabs used to collect viral samples, limited diagnostic testing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/3d-printed-alternative-performs-as-well-as-the-standard-nasal-swabs-for-covid-19-testing/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2020 03:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/3d-printed-alternative-performs-as-well-as-the-standard-nasal-swabs-for-covid-19-testing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers compare the effect of two anti-hypertensive drugs on post-exercise hypotension]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers in the University of S&atilde;o Paulo's School of Physical Education and Sports (EEFE-USP) in Brazil compared the effect of two widely used classes of anti-hypertensive drugs on post-exercise hypotension, an expected and beneficial fall in blood pressure after a session of aerobic exercise, especially in the late afternoon or early evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-compare-the-effect-of-two-anti-hypertensive-drugs-on-post-exercise-hypotension/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2020 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-compare-the-effect-of-two-anti-hypertensive-drugs-on-post-exercise-hypotension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HSS researchers use novel MRI technique to study Parsonage-Turner Syndrome]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have received a grant from the National Institutes of Health to use a novel MRI technique known as magnetic resonance neurography, or MRN, to study Parsonage-Turner Syndrome (PTS), a painful nerve disorder that leads to severe weakness.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hss-researchers-use-novel-mri-technique-to-study-parsonage-turner-syndrome/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2020 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hss-researchers-use-novel-mri-technique-to-study-parsonage-turner-syndrome/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study reports a drop in Medicare reimbursement rates for orthopedic trauma surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[The amount Medicare reimburses for orthopedic trauma surgery has fallen by nearly one-third over the past two decades, reports a study in the Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-reports-a-drop-in-medicare-reimbursement-rates-for-orthopedic-trauma-surgery/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2020 02:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-reports-a-drop-in-medicare-reimbursement-rates-for-orthopedic-trauma-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cancer rehabilitation researchers awarded $2.37M through inaugural cancer survivorship grants]]></title><description><![CDATA[UBC&rsquo;s Dr. Kristin Campbell is part of a team that has been awarded a $2.37 million grant from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research and the Canadian Cancer Society as part of the largest cancer survivorship research initiative in Canada.<br />
The project, entitled CanRehab and funded over five years, is focused on research that will lead to sustainable change to cancer supportive care in each community and will focus on exercise programs and educational workshops. The goal is to make cance]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cancer-rehabilitation-researchers-awarded-237m-through-inaugural-cancer-survivorship-grants/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2020 18:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cancer-rehabilitation-researchers-awarded-237m-through-inaugural-cancer-survivorship-grants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Physical exercise protocol can mitigate the severity of Parkinson's disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[Freezing of gait, one of the most incapacitating symptoms of Parkinson's disease, manifests as sudden, short episodes of an inability to move the feet forward despite the intention to walk.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physical-exercise-protocol-can-mitigate-the-severity-of-parkinsons-disease/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2020 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physical-exercise-protocol-can-mitigate-the-severity-of-parkinsons-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Making gyms safer: Why the virus is less likely to spread there than in a bar]]></title><description><![CDATA[After shutting down in the spring, America&rsquo;s empty gyms are beckoning a cautious public back for a workout. To reassure wary customers, owners have put in place &mdash; and now advertise &mdash; a variety of coronavirus control measures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/making-gyms-safer-why-the-virus-is-less-likely-to-spread-there-than-in-a-bar/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2020 15:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/making-gyms-safer-why-the-virus-is-less-likely-to-spread-there-than-in-a-bar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scholar Strike]]></title><description><![CDATA[In alignment with the University, the Physical Therapy department encourages diversity of our community, including staff, faculty and students. While we haven&rsquo;t cancelled classes as part of the Scholar Strike for Black Lives in Canada this week, we support anti-racism, inclusion, social accountability and integrity.For more information please click here to visit the UBC Equity and Inclusion Office&rsquo;s resource page on the Scholar Strike.Related links (UBC content)UBC Faculty Associatio]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/scholar-strike/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2020 22:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/scholar-strike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Research highlights the effects of confinement due to COVID-19 among pregnant women]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers of Medicine and Physical Therapy at the CEU Cardenal Herrera University of Valencia and of the Italian University of Catania, have published the results of the first study on the effects of confinement due to the COVID-19 pandemic among pregnant Spanish women.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/research-highlights-the-effects-of-confinement-due-to-covid-19-among-pregnant-women/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2020 15:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/research-highlights-the-effects-of-confinement-due-to-covid-19-among-pregnant-women/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rehabilitation speeds coronavirus recovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Now, a team of researchers at the University Clinic in Innsbruck in Austria has found that the long-term lung and heart damage in coronavirus disease (COVID-19) patients who recovered tend to improve over time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/rehabilitation-speeds-coronavirus-recovery/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2020 08:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/rehabilitation-speeds-coronavirus-recovery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrating One Year in Business – UBC Physical Therapy and Research Clinic]]></title><description><![CDATA[September 2020 marks the UBC Physical Therapy and Research Clinic&rsquo;s first anniversary!<br />
It is nice to look back from our grand opening to the end of the first year. Since we have opened, we have grown in staff, students, and partnerships. Here is the announcement post from the Faculty of Medicine a year ago announcing the opening of the PTRC.<br />
One year is a big milestone for any company, and we want to share a bit of perspective on what we&rsquo;ve done over the past twelve months.<br />
Students]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/celebrating-one-year-in-business-ubc-physical-therapy-and-research-clinic/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2020 17:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/celebrating-one-year-in-business-ubc-physical-therapy-and-research-clinic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UBC telerehab program brings care closer to home]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Faculty of Medicine&rsquo;s Program for Excellence in Telerehabilitation Education and Research (PETER) was launched in 2018 to educate and train clinical faculty and physical therapy students &mdash; as well as the Faculty&rsquo;s other rehabilitation programs including occupational therapy, midwifery, audiology and speech therapy &mdash; in virtual care to expand access to services in rural and remote areas across British Columbia (B.C.).<br />
Today, all physical therapy students complete the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-telerehab-program-brings-care-closer-to-home/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2020 01:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ubc-telerehab-program-brings-care-closer-to-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Kristie Mueller – GCOMPT Graduate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):<br />
Kristie Mueller MPT, B.Kin(hon), CAFCI, PT Sport Dip.<br />
Where do you work?:<br />
I work in the Dr Paul Schwann Center at the University of Regina. It is a private therapy clinic where I get to a variety of musculoskeletal issues, but most of my caseload involves the Sporting population, Concussion management and Vestibular Rehab.<br />
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What is your favourite thing about your work?<br />
What I enjoy the most about my work is interacting with my clients and watching them learn from our ses]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/meet-kristie-mueller-gcompt-graduate/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2020 19:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/meet-kristie-mueller-gcompt-graduate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kristie Mueller – GCOMPT Graduate – Student Profile]]></title><description><![CDATA[Name and Title(s):<br />
Kristie Mueller MPT, B.Kin(hon), CAFCI, PT Sport Dip.<br />
Where do you work?:<br />
I work in the Dr Paul Schwann Center at the University of Regina. It is a private therapy clinic where I get to a variety of musculoskeletal issues, but most of my caseload involves the Sporting population, Concussion management and Vestibular Rehab.<br />
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What is your favourite thing about your work?<br />
What I enjoy the most about my work is interacting with my clients and watching them learn from]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kristie-mueller-gcompt-graduate-student-profile/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2020 19:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kristie-mueller-gcompt-graduate-student-profile/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UC San Diego Health offers new treatment to provide relief for patients with chronic low back pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[UC San Diego Health is now offering a new minimally invasive approach to provide relief for patients suffering from chronic low back pain (CLBP).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uc-san-diego-health-offers-new-treatment-to-provide-relief-for-patients-with-chronic-low-back-pain/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2020 04:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uc-san-diego-health-offers-new-treatment-to-provide-relief-for-patients-with-chronic-low-back-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New studies identify contributors to higher risk of stress fractures in female runners]]></title><description><![CDATA[Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise, enjoyed by a broad range of age groups and skill levels. More women are running recreationally compared to men; specifically 54% of runners are female as indicated by a 2018 National Runner Survey.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-studies-identify-contributors-to-higher-risk-of-stress-fractures-in-female-runners/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 05:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-studies-identify-contributors-to-higher-risk-of-stress-fractures-in-female-runners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USF Health researchers develop new reporter mouse strain for identifying P2X2-expressing cells]]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite frequent news announcing "medical breakthroughs," advancements in biomedical and clinical science typically happen incrementally.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/usf-health-researchers-develop-new-reporter-mouse-strain-for-identifying-p2x2-expressing-cells/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2020 21:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/usf-health-researchers-develop-new-reporter-mouse-strain-for-identifying-p2x2-expressing-cells/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Avoiding care during the pandemic could mean life or death]]></title><description><![CDATA[These days, Los Angeles acting teacher Deryn Warren balances her pain with her fear. She's a bladder cancer patient who broke her wrist in November. She still needs physical therapy for her wrist, and she's months late for a cancer follow-up.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/avoiding-care-during-the-pandemic-could-mean-life-or-death/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2020 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/avoiding-care-during-the-pandemic-could-mean-life-or-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Congratulations to the 2020 Top Doctoral Student and Rising Star Award recipients!]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp;It&rsquo;s been a great week in the Department this week due to our trainees&rsquo; outstanding success in the VCHRI (Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute) &ldquo;Rising Star&rdquo; and Doctoral student Awards! 3 of the 5 rising star awards were won by trainees from our department, and Shannon Lim snagged the top graduating doctoral student award. These awards recognize research excellence, service as role models, and other contributions to the VCH research community. For our depart]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/congratulations-to-the-2020-top-doctoral-student-and-rising-star-award-recipients/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2020 19:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/congratulations-to-the-2020-top-doctoral-student-and-rising-star-award-recipients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MPT-North Newsletter | July 2020]]></title><description><![CDATA[MPT-North Newsletter | July 2020<br />
The Master of Physical Therapy &ndash; North program is delivered in partnership by the University of British Columbia and the University of Northern British Columbia.Head&rsquo;s Message<br />
Hi everyone,<br />
It gives me great pleasure to introduce the first of a series of MPT-North newsletters, designed to keep you &ldquo;in the know&rdquo; and give you an opportunity to provide feedback as we implement the UBC MPT-North program at UNBC. Despite the additional challenge]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-north-newsletter-july-2020/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2020 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-north-newsletter-july-2020/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Medicaid payment model in Oregon leads to fewer traditional primary care services]]></title><description><![CDATA[New research reveals a Medicaid payment model in Oregon leads to fewer traditional primary care services for patients, with the decrease focused entirely on imaging.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-medicaid-payment-model-in-oregon-leads-to-fewer-traditional-primary-care-services/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2020 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-medicaid-payment-model-in-oregon-leads-to-fewer-traditional-primary-care-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[COVID-19 – Physical Therapy Department – Sue Murphy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Written by Sue Murphy<br />
We are starting to receive questions about how COVID is affecting us at UBC so here is a quick update:<br />
Essentially &ldquo;anything that can be done remotely will be&rdquo; for the foreseeable future (at least until December and possibly longer). This includes research and educational activities, as well as administration. In practical terms, this means that the only research being carried out on campus is either related to COVID-19, or involves procedures that cannot be don]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/covid-19-physical-therapy-department-sue-murphy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2020 00:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/covid-19-physical-therapy-department-sue-murphy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Building A Home For MPT North Students At UNBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp;<br />
There might not be a ground-breaking ceremony per se but the hammering and sawing at UNBC have been very exciting as renovations are underway to make space for the MPT North and MOT North programs! Both programs will be located on the ground floor of the UBC Teaching and Learning Centre (building 10) in the west wing.<br />
This space was previously occupied by Continuing Studies, the Access Resource Centre (ARC), the Psychology Clinic and the Community Development Institute (CDI). These progr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/building-a-home-for-mpt-north-students-at-unbc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2020 00:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/building-a-home-for-mpt-north-students-at-unbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Student Placements: An Interview with Regan Daoust – Physical Therapist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Q: Tell us about your PT background and how you came to practice in the north.<br />
A: I was raised in Prince George, B.C., and stayed here to complete my undergrad degree at UNBC before taking off to complete my Master&rsquo;s in Physical Therapy at UBC. During the MPT program, I tried to get as many placements in Prince George or in the northern region as possible to gain a better understanding of my community and how I can learn and adapt to our strengths and challenges. My husband and I have esta]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/student-placements-an-interview-with-regan-daoust-physical-therapist/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2020 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/student-placements-an-interview-with-regan-daoust-physical-therapist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Student Placements: An Interview with Regan Daoust]]></title><description><![CDATA[Q: Tell us about your PT background and how you came to practice in the north?<br />
A: I was raised in Prince George, BC, and stayed here to complete my undergrad degree at UNBC before taking off to complete my Master&rsquo;s in Physical Therapy at UBC. During the MPT program, I tried to get as many placements in Prince George or in the northern region as possible to gain a better understanding of my community and how I can learn and adapt to our strengths and challenges. My husband and I have establ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/student-placements-an-interview-with-regan-daoust/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2020 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/student-placements-an-interview-with-regan-daoust/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northern Student Placements – Regan Daoust]]></title><description><![CDATA[Q: Tell us about your PT background and how you came to practice in the north?<br />
A: I was raised in Prince George, BC, and stayed here to complete my undergrad degree at UNBC before taking off to complete my Master&rsquo;s in Physical Therapy at UBC. During the MPT program, I tried to get as many placements in Prince George or in the northern region as possible to gain a better understanding of my community and how I can learn and adapt to our strengths and challenges. My husband and I have establ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/northern-student-placements-regan-daoust/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2020 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/northern-student-placements-regan-daoust/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[History of MPT-North]]></title><description><![CDATA[Written by Robin Roots<br />
You might be wondering how the MPT-North came about, well, pull up a chair, therein lies a story. British Columbia (BC) has the greatest number of Physiotherapists (PTs) per population of any province in Canada, however, it is clear that supply does meet demand as evidenced by the number of vacant PT positions across the province and long waitlists for physiotherapy. The shortage is compounded by a maldistribution of PTs with less than 7% of PTs working in northern and rur]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/history-of-mpt-north/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2020 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/history-of-mpt-north/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[History of MPT-N]]></title><description><![CDATA[Written by Robin Roots<br />
You might be wondering how the MPT-North came about, well, pull up a chair, therein lies a story. British Columbia (BC) has the greatest number of Physiotherapists (PTs) per population of any province in Canada, however, it is clear that supply does meet demand as evidenced by the number of vacant PT positions across the province and long waitlists for physiotherapy. The shortage is compounded by a maldistribution of PTs with less than 7% of PTs working in northern and rur]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/history-of-mpt-n/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2020 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/history-of-mpt-n/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fearing the deadly combo of COVID-19 and cancer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three Tuesdays each month, Katherine O'Brien straps on her face mask and journeys about half an hour by Metra rail to Northwestern University's Lurie Cancer Center.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fearing-the-deadly-combo-of-covid-19-and-cancer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2020 12:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fearing-the-deadly-combo-of-covid-19-and-cancer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three Minute Thesis (3MT)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competitions are held in over 350 universities across 59 countries worldwide. PhD Candidate, Riley Louie, (Exoskeleton for Post-stroke Recovery of Ambulation &ndash; ExSTRA trial) was the winner of the 2020 UBC 3MT, which required three rounds of judging. PhD Candidate Shannon Lim (Brain Activation during Simple and Complex Walking Post-Stroke) was selected for the People&rsquo;s Choice Award. Both are supervised by Professor Janice Eng. You can view their presentations]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/three-minute-thesis-3mt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2020 23:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/three-minute-thesis-3mt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WorksafeBC Recognizes Greatness in Two Rehabilitation Science Graduate Students]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two of Dr Alex Scott&rsquo;s graduate students in Rehabilitation Sciences, Elizabeth Mojaeva (MSc) and Kohle Merry (PhD), were awarded scholarships from WorksafeBC. Elizabeth&rsquo;s project is &ldquo;The effect of rigid tape on wrist postures during tree planting tasks&rdquo; and Kohle&rsquo;s is &ldquo;Development of a Home-Based Physical Therapy Intervention for Individuals with Achilles Tendinopathy.&rdquo;<br />
Congratulations to both of our students on this outstanding achievement!<br />
Elizabeth Mo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/worksafebc-recognizes-greatness-in-two-rehabilitation-science-graduate-students/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2020 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/worksafebc-recognizes-greatness-in-two-rehabilitation-science-graduate-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study shows social robot offers new strategies for pain management]]></title><description><![CDATA[Could furry social robots help bolster moods and reduce pain when human to human contact isn't an option, for example, during a pandemic?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-shows-social-robot-offers-new-strategies-for-pain-management/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2020 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-shows-social-robot-offers-new-strategies-for-pain-management/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pandemic forced insurers to pay for in-home treatments. Will they disappear?]]></title><description><![CDATA[After seven days as an inpatient for complications related to heart problems, Glenn Shanoski was initially hesitant when doctors suggested in early April that he could cut his hospital stay short and recover at home &mdash; with high-tech 24-hour monitoring and daily visits from medical teams.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pandemic-forced-insurers-to-pay-for-in-home-treatments-will-they-disappear/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2020 14:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pandemic-forced-insurers-to-pay-for-in-home-treatments-will-they-disappear/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neuroscientist discovers neuronal pulses in the human brain that activate after an injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[A neuroscientist's neon pink arm cast led him and fellow researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis to discover previously undetected neuronal pulses in the human brain that activate after an immobilizing illness or injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/neuroscientist-discovers-neuronal-pulses-in-the-human-brain-that-activate-after-an-injury/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2020 09:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/neuroscientist-discovers-neuronal-pulses-in-the-human-brain-that-activate-after-an-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New nonsurgical treatment reduces pain, improves function in patients with "frozen shoulder"]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new nonsurgical treatment decreases errant blood flow in the shoulder to quickly reduce pain and improve function in patients with adhesive capsulitis, also known as "frozen shoulder,"]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-nonsurgical-treatment-reduces-pain-improves-function-in-patients-with-frozen-shoulder/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2020 09:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-nonsurgical-treatment-reduces-pain-improves-function-in-patients-with-frozen-shoulder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Telemedicine helps patients with chronic pain receive support during lockdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[The covid-19 pandemic has exacerbated conditions for people living with chronic pain around the world and its long-term consequences are likely to be substantial, according to a new paper from researchers at the University of Bath's Centre for Pain Research.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/telemedicine-helps-patients-with-chronic-pain-receive-support-during-lockdown/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2020 05:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/telemedicine-helps-patients-with-chronic-pain-receive-support-during-lockdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clinical Education Amidst Clinical Challenges]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a clinical educator, you might be wondering whether it is a good time to be taking a student when you are learning and adapting to new approaches and protocols in your own practice. These FAQs offer some ideas to make clinical placements meaningful and manageable during these unique and turbulent times.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/clinical-education-amidst-clinical-challenges/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2020 23:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/clinical-education-amidst-clinical-challenges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Majority of hospitalized patients with advanced cancer have functional impairment]]></title><description><![CDATA[New research from Mass General Cancer Center, published in the June 2020 issue of JNCCN--Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, found 40.2% of hospitalized patients with advanced, incurable cancer were functionally impaired at the time of admission, meaning they needed assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) like walking, bathing, getting dressed, or other routine tasks. Patients with functional impairment also had higher rates of pain, depression, and anxiety, and were]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/majority-of-hospitalized-patients-with-advanced-cancer-have-functional-impairment/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2020 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/majority-of-hospitalized-patients-with-advanced-cancer-have-functional-impairment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patients with ARDS, COVID-19 experience severe financial toxicity]]></title><description><![CDATA[It begins with shortness of breath. And for approximately one-third of patients, acute respiratory distress syndrome, or ARDS, ends in death. For those who survive, their lives are often turned upside-down.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/patients-with-ards-covid-19-experience-severe-financial-toxicity/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2020 01:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/patients-with-ards-covid-19-experience-severe-financial-toxicity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New framework for assessing and managing people with serious spinal pathologies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rehabilitation clinicians and other health care professionals now have a framework for assessing and managing people who may have serious spinal pathologies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-framework-for-assessing-and-managing-people-with-serious-spinal-pathologies/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2020 16:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-framework-for-assessing-and-managing-people-with-serious-spinal-pathologies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CORONAVIUS (COVID-19) UPDATES]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Department of Physical Therapy recognizes the stress and uncertainty caused by COVID-19. We are doing everything we can to develop solutions that will help minimize the impact on our curriculum and admissions process.<br />
We will be in touch with all our students as soon as we have more detailed information regarding the Fall term. In the meantime, please refer here for up-to-date information on UBC&rsquo;s response to COVID-19. Thank you for your understanding and patience.<br />
Contact Admissions:m]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/coronavius-covid-19-updates/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2020 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/coronavius-covid-19-updates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adding eccentric exercises could improve outcomes for people with ACL injuries]]></title><description><![CDATA[People with anterior cruciate ligament injuries can lose up to 40% of the muscle strength in the affected leg--with muscle atrophy remaining a big problem even after ACL reconstruction and physical therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/adding-eccentric-exercises-could-improve-outcomes-for-people-with-acl-injuries/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2020 01:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/adding-eccentric-exercises-could-improve-outcomes-for-people-with-acl-injuries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soft robotic exosuit improves biomechanical gait functions in stroke patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stroke is the leading cause of serious long-term disability in the US with approximately 17 million individuals experiencing it each year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/soft-robotic-exosuit-improves-biomechanical-gait-functions-in-stroke-patients/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2020 01:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/soft-robotic-exosuit-improves-biomechanical-gait-functions-in-stroke-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gene therapy helps build muscle mass and reduces severity of osteoarthritis in mice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exercise and physical therapy often are recommended to help people who have arthritis. Both can strengthen muscle -; a benefit that also can reduce joint pain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/gene-therapy-helps-build-muscle-mass-and-reduces-severity-of-osteoarthritis-in-mice/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2020 05:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/gene-therapy-helps-build-muscle-mass-and-reduces-severity-of-osteoarthritis-in-mice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New preclinical study shows promise for treating necrotizing enterocolitis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), a rare inflammatory bowel disease, primarily affects premature infants and is a leading cause of death in the smallest and sickest of these patients.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-preclinical-study-shows-promise-for-treating-necrotizing-enterocolitis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2020 08:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-preclinical-study-shows-promise-for-treating-necrotizing-enterocolitis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study: Individuals at high risk of knee arthritis can indulge in vigorous exercise]]></title><description><![CDATA[People at high risk for knee osteoarthritis may be nervous and reluctant to participate in strenuous physical activities such as jogging, cycling, singles tennis and skiing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-individuals-at-high-risk-of-knee-arthritis-can-indulge-in-vigorous-exercise/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2020 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-individuals-at-high-risk-of-knee-arthritis-can-indulge-in-vigorous-exercise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bioactive lipids are key for diagnosis and treatment of cardiac repair after heart attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[Black men and women have higher incidences than whites of developing advanced heart failure following a heart attack.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/bioactive-lipids-are-key-for-diagnosis-and-treatment-of-cardiac-repair-after-heart-attack/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2020 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/bioactive-lipids-are-key-for-diagnosis-and-treatment-of-cardiac-repair-after-heart-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rapid responses to Covid-19 by research faculty members]]></title><description><![CDATA[Covid-19 has dramatically affected society, requiring changes in every aspect of how we work, learn and play. Faculty members of the Department have risen to challenges in research by adapting ongoing studies, starting new initiatives to make sure that patients receive rehabilitation services, providing information to manage chronic health conditions, assisting with diagnoses, and treating secondary health issues caused by the Corona virus.<br />
Physical distancing mandates have led to widespread res]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/rapid-responses-to-covid-19-by-research-faculty-members/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2020 22:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/rapid-responses-to-covid-19-by-research-faculty-members/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UV experts publish therapeutic exercise programs for people with physical ailments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Experts from the Faculty of Physical Therapy of Valencia University (UV) are warning that the physical exercise programs that have flooded the internet since the confinement due to the COVID-19 crisis can worsen the symptoms of people with physical ailments and lead to catastrophisation and pain chronification.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uv-experts-publish-therapeutic-exercise-programs-for-people-with-physical-ailments/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2020 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uv-experts-publish-therapeutic-exercise-programs-for-people-with-physical-ailments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What does recovery from COVID-19 look like? It depends. A pulmonologist explains.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reports of recovery from serious illness caused by the coronavirus have been trickling in from around the world.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-does-recovery-from-covid-19-look-like-it-depends-a-pulmonologist-explains/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2020 12:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-does-recovery-from-covid-19-look-like-it-depends-a-pulmonologist-explains/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Studies shed light on the link between obesity and use of prescription opioids]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two new studies from the Boston University School of Public Health shed light on the relationship between obesity and the use of prescription opioids in the United States.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/studies-shed-light-on-the-link-between-obesity-and-use-of-prescription-opioids/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2020 00:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/studies-shed-light-on-the-link-between-obesity-and-use-of-prescription-opioids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Temple researchers reverse muscle fibrosis associated with overuse injury in animals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Overuse injuries - think muscle strains, tennis elbow, and rotator cuff tears - are a considerable problem in the United States, especially among young athletes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/temple-researchers-reverse-muscle-fibrosis-associated-with-overuse-injury-in-animals/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2020 04:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/temple-researchers-reverse-muscle-fibrosis-associated-with-overuse-injury-in-animals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Physiotherapy Management for COVID-19 in the Acute Hospital Setting: Recommendations to guide clinical practice]]></title><description><![CDATA[This document outlines recommendations for physiotherapy management for COVID-19 in the acute hospital setting. It includes recommendations for physiotherapy workforce planning and preparation, a screening tool for determining the requirement of physiotherapy, recommendations for the selection of physiotherapy treatments and personal protective equipment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physiotherapy-management-for-covid-19-in-the-acute-hospital-setting-recommendations-to-guide-clinical-practice/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2020 23:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physiotherapy-management-for-covid-19-in-the-acute-hospital-setting-recommendations-to-guide-clinical-practice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coronavirus threatens the lives of rural hospitals already stretched to breaking point]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rural hospitals may not be able to keep their doors open as the coronavirus pandemic saps their cash, their CEOs warn, just as communities most need them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/coronavirus-threatens-the-lives-of-rural-hospitals-already-stretched-to-breaking-point/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2020 19:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/coronavirus-threatens-the-lives-of-rural-hospitals-already-stretched-to-breaking-point/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Technology effectively detects harsh side effect of breast cancer treatment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some 20 percent of breast cancer survivors will suffer from lymphedema, a potentially severe side effect of treatment that makes arms swell with lymph. The disease is often overlooked, but commercially available app-based technology now makes early detection easier, allowing for proactive treatment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/technology-effectively-detects-harsh-side-effect-of-breast-cancer-treatment/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2020 17:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/technology-effectively-detects-harsh-side-effect-of-breast-cancer-treatment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BIN1 deficit leads to impaired spatial learning and memory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bridging integrator 1, known as BIN1, is the second most common risk factor for late-onset Alzheimer's disease, according to genome-wide studies of genetic variants. Yet, scientists know little about what this protein does in the brain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/bin1-deficit-leads-to-impaired-spatial-learning-and-memory/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2020 23:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/bin1-deficit-leads-to-impaired-spatial-learning-and-memory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Virtual reality could aid in early detection of MS balance problems]]></title><description><![CDATA[People with multiple sclerosis (MS) often have a greatly increased risk of falling and injuring themselves even when they feel they're able to walk normally.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/virtual-reality-could-aid-in-early-detection-of-ms-balance-problems/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2020 17:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/virtual-reality-could-aid-in-early-detection-of-ms-balance-problems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Music appears to decrease delirium in critically ill patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is common for critically ill patients on life support to develop delirium, a form of acute brain failure for which no effective treatment is known.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/music-appears-to-decrease-delirium-in-critically-ill-patients/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2020 19:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/music-appears-to-decrease-delirium-in-critically-ill-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newly developed mobile app helps reduce pain in osteoarthritis patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[By performing a few simple physical exercises daily, and receiving information about their disease regularly, 500 osteoarthritis patients were able to on average halve their pain in 6 months - and improve their physical function.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/newly-developed-mobile-app-helps-reduce-pain-in-osteoarthritis-patients/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2020 20:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/newly-developed-mobile-app-helps-reduce-pain-in-osteoarthritis-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two cutting-edge programs in neuroplasticity come together for a synergistic impact in brain health]]></title><description><![CDATA[Abilities Neurological Rehabilitation is excited to announce a new, collaborative treatment program to help individuals in the Fraser Valley who are living with chronic physical and cognitive symptoms following brain injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/two-cutting-edge-programs-in-neuroplasticity-come-together-for-a-synergistic-impact-in-brain-health/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2020 03:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/two-cutting-edge-programs-in-neuroplasticity-come-together-for-a-synergistic-impact-in-brain-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Large non-protein coding gene regulates process vital to placental implantation in early pregnancy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Abnormal formation and growth of the placenta is considered an underlying cause of various pregnancy complications such as miscarriages, preeclampsia and fetal growth restriction.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/large-non-protein-coding-gene-regulates-process-vital-to-placental-implantation-in-early-pregnancy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2020 05:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/large-non-protein-coding-gene-regulates-process-vital-to-placental-implantation-in-early-pregnancy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Geriatric-specific characteristics linked to hospital readmission risk of elderly surgical patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers have examined new geriatric-specific characteristics that appear to raise the risk of elderly surgical patients having an unplanned hospital readmission within a month of initially leaving the hospital.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/geriatric-specific-characteristics-linked-to-hospital-readmission-risk-of-elderly-surgical-patients/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2020 23:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/geriatric-specific-characteristics-linked-to-hospital-readmission-risk-of-elderly-surgical-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Research suggests new approach to block tau pathology in FTLD, Alzheimer's]]></title><description><![CDATA[The protein &beta;-arrestin-2 increases the accumulation of neurotoxic tau tangles, a cause several forms of dementia, by interfering with removal of excess tau from the brain, a new study by the University of South Florida Health Morsani College of Medicine found.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/research-suggests-new-approach-to-block-tau-pathology-in-ftld-alzheimers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2020 00:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/research-suggests-new-approach-to-block-tau-pathology-in-ftld-alzheimers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New ligament repair procedure shows promise to relieve wrist pain, restore function]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the past three decades, hand surgeon Scott Wolfe has been conducting research to find a better way to repair a common wrist injury that results in pain, disability and progressive arthritis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-ligament-repair-procedure-shows-promise-to-relieve-wrist-pain-restore-function/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Feb 2020 23:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-ligament-repair-procedure-shows-promise-to-relieve-wrist-pain-restore-function/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No quick fix: Missouri finds managing pain without opioids isn’t fast or easy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Missouri began offering chiropractic care, acupuncture, physical therapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy for Medicaid patients in April, the latest state to try an alternative to opioids for those battling chronic pain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/no-quick-fix-missouri-finds-managing-pain-without-opioids-isnt-fast-or-easy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2020 12:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/no-quick-fix-missouri-finds-managing-pain-without-opioids-isnt-fast-or-easy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Graduate Certificate in Orthopaedic and Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy (GCOMPT)]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp;Instructors:&nbsp;Carol Kennedy, Kate Kennedy, May Nolan, Neil Pearson, Lenerdene Levesque, Mario Zerjav, Alex Scott, Jasdeep Dhir, Erin Macri, Chuck Ratzlaff, Geoff Schneider, Deb Treloar and Travis Wolsey.&nbsp;Click here&nbsp;&nbsp;for all their bios!<br />
Date:&nbsp;Tuesday, September 1, 2020 &ndash; Wednesday, August 31, 2022<br />
Location:&nbsp;A mixture of online and in-person. The in-person sessions will be held at the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of British Columbia in V]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/graduate-certificate-in-orthopaedic-and-musculoskeletal-physical-therapy-gcompt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2020 20:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/graduate-certificate-in-orthopaedic-and-musculoskeletal-physical-therapy-gcompt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What to do if your home health care agency ditches you]]></title><description><![CDATA[Craig Holly was determined to fight when the home health agency caring for his wife decided to cut off services Jan. 18.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-to-do-if-your-home-health-care-agency-ditches-you/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2020 12:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-to-do-if-your-home-health-care-agency-ditches-you/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why home health care is suddenly harder to come by for Medicare patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[The decision came out of the blue. "Your husband isn't going to get any better, so we can't continue services," an occupational therapist told Deloise "Del" Holloway in early November. "Medicare isn't going to pay for it."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/why-home-health-care-is-suddenly-harder-to-come-by-for-medicare-patients/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2020 13:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/why-home-health-care-is-suddenly-harder-to-come-by-for-medicare-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parkinson's Foundation announces first-ever Physical Therapy Faculty Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Parkinson's Foundation announced that it has awarded its first-ever Parkinson's Foundation Physical Therapy Faculty Award to three physical therapists, totaling $30,000.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/parkinsons-foundation-announces-first-ever-physical-therapy-faculty-award/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2020 17:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/parkinsons-foundation-announces-first-ever-physical-therapy-faculty-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Treatment for low back pain in older adults does not match guidelines]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many Medicare patients with new episodes of low back pain receive care inconsistent with current guidelines - including high use of opioids and advanced imaging tests, reports a study in the February issue of Medical Care.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/treatment-for-low-back-pain-in-older-adults-does-not-match-guidelines/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2020 19:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/treatment-for-low-back-pain-in-older-adults-does-not-match-guidelines/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Virtual PT after knee replacement provides good outcomes with lower costs]]></title><description><![CDATA[A virtual system for in-home physical therapy (PT) provides good outcomes for patients undergoing rehabilitation following total knee arthroplasty (TKA) - with lower costs than traditional in-person PT, reports a study in the January 15, 2020 issue of The Journal of Bone &amp; Joint Surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/virtual-pt-after-knee-replacement-provides-good-outcomes-with-lower-costs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2020 22:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/virtual-pt-after-knee-replacement-provides-good-outcomes-with-lower-costs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A key-hole procedure to treat foot and ankle disorder decreases pain, improves patient outcomes]]></title><description><![CDATA[A minimally invasive procedure to treat a common foot and ankle disorder can reduce pain, recovery time, and postsurgery complications while improving functional outcomes, according to a report published in the journal Foot and Ankle Surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-key-hole-procedure-to-treat-foot-and-ankle-disorder-decreases-pain-improves-patient-outcomes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2020 15:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-key-hole-procedure-to-treat-foot-and-ankle-disorder-decreases-pain-improves-patient-outcomes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family doctors in rural America tackle crisis of addiction and pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr. Angela Gatzke-Plamann didn&rsquo;t fully grasp her community&rsquo;s opioid crisis until one desperate patient called on a Friday afternoon in 2016.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/family-doctors-in-rural-america-tackle-crisis-of-addiction-and-pain/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2020 12:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/family-doctors-in-rural-america-tackle-crisis-of-addiction-and-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Judo holds promise for reducing sedentary behavior among children with autism]]></title><description><![CDATA[Judo may be just the right sport to increase the physical activity level among children with autism spectrum disorder and holds promise for reducing sedentary behavior, which is linked to obesity and diabetes, according to a new study from the University of Central Florida.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/judo-holds-promise-for-reducing-sedentary-behavior-among-children-with-autism/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2020 19:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/judo-holds-promise-for-reducing-sedentary-behavior-among-children-with-autism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What to know about wrist tendonitis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wrist tendonitis is the inflammation of a tendon within the wrist. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of wrist tendonitis here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-to-know-about-wrist-tendonitis/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jan 2020 02:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-to-know-about-wrist-tendonitis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Individualized pelvic physical therapy decreases incontinence, pain in post-prostatectomy patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[For decades, therapy to strengthen pelvic muscles has been the standard treatment for men dealing with urinary incontinence after prostate surgery. But a new study from UT Southwestern's Departments of Urology and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation suggests that may not be the best approach.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/individualized-pelvic-physical-therapy-decreases-incontinence-pain-in-post-prostatectomy-patients/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Dec 2019 19:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/individualized-pelvic-physical-therapy-decreases-incontinence-pain-in-post-prostatectomy-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Government-funded day care helps keep seniors out of nursing homes and hospitals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two mornings a week, a van arrives at the Escondido, Calif., home of Mario Perez and takes him to a new senior center in this northern San Diego County town, where he eats a hot lunch, plays cards and gets physical therapy to help restore the balance he lost after breaking both legs in a fall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/government-funded-day-care-helps-keep-seniors-out-of-nursing-homes-and-hospitals/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2019 11:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/government-funded-day-care-helps-keep-seniors-out-of-nursing-homes-and-hospitals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northern Physiotherapy Bursary]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp;<br />
DONATE<br />
&nbsp;<br />
About the Award<br />
People across Northern BC have long been advocating for a physiotherapy program in the North to address the need for equitable access to physiotherapy services in northern and rural communities.<br />
This bursary is being established at UNBC to financially support a student enrolled in the new full physiotherapy program in Prince George.<br />
Recipients will have demonstrate financial need and satisfactory academic standing. 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Children's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/includehealth-and-cincinnati-childrens-join-hands-to-commercialize-movement-correction-technology/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Dec 2019 01:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/includehealth-and-cincinnati-childrens-join-hands-to-commercialize-movement-correction-technology/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pilot study shows strong results for genicular artery embolization to treat OA-related knee pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study published in Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology details the first study of its kind in the U.S. to examine the use of genicular artery embolization (GAE) for extended treatment of knee pain caused by osteoarthritis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pilot-study-shows-strong-results-for-genicular-artery-embolization-to-treat-oa-related-knee-pain/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2019 00:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pilot-study-shows-strong-results-for-genicular-artery-embolization-to-treat-oa-related-knee-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New study aims to improve walking in children with cerebral palsy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Noelle Moreau, Ph.D., PT, Associate Professor of Physical Therapy at LSU Health New Orleans School of Allied Health Professions, and Kristie Bjornson, PT, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Seattle Children's Research Institute, are the co-principal investigators of a $2.7 million grant to study an innovative training method to improve walking in children with cerebral palsy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-study-aims-to-improve-walking-in-children-with-cerebral-palsy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2019 00:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-study-aims-to-improve-walking-in-children-with-cerebral-palsy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health risks associated with NSAIDs as a factor for increased opioid prescribing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patients with chronic pain caught between cardiovascular concerns about non-opioid analgesics and addiction risks of opioids, likely causing significant unmet need for pain relief.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/health-risks-associated-with-nsaids-as-a-factor-for-increased-opioid-prescribing/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2019 23:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/health-risks-associated-with-nsaids-as-a-factor-for-increased-opioid-prescribing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jefferson hotspotting program uses team-based model to addresses hospital 'super utilizers']]></title><description><![CDATA[The United States faces a crisis in providing complex care for high-need, high-cost individuals--people who often suffer economic, mental and physical challenges.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jefferson-hotspotting-program-uses-team-based-model-to-addresses-hospital-super-utilizers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2019 18:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jefferson-hotspotting-program-uses-team-based-model-to-addresses-hospital-super-utilizers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Facial injuries related to cell phones have risen steeply]]></title><description><![CDATA[National emergency room data analysis has shown that number of injuries related to cell phones has risen in the last 20 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/facial-injuries-related-to-cell-phones-have-risen-steeply/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2019 15:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/facial-injuries-related-to-cell-phones-have-risen-steeply/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magnetic nano-sized disks could restore function for Lou Gehrig’s disease patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[For decades the renowned English physicist Stephen Hawking lived with a motor neuron disease until his death last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/magnetic-nano-sized-disks-could-restore-function-for-lou-gehrigs-disease-patients/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Dec 2019 20:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/magnetic-nano-sized-disks-could-restore-function-for-lou-gehrigs-disease-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spinal implants could one day restore the ability to stand, walk in patients with paralysis]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Vivian Mushahwar first applied to grad school, she wrote about her idea to fix paralysis by rewiring the spinal cord.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/spinal-implants-could-one-day-restore-the-ability-to-stand-walk-in-patients-with-paralysis/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2019 18:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/spinal-implants-could-one-day-restore-the-ability-to-stand-walk-in-patients-with-paralysis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tips for healing a sprained ankle fast]]></title><description><![CDATA[An ankle sprain is an injury to ligaments in the ankle. Read on to learn about first aid and long-term methods of supporting recovery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/tips-for-healing-a-sprained-ankle-fast/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Nov 2019 21:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/tips-for-healing-a-sprained-ankle-fast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patients' own stem cells offer a step toward improving motor, sensory function after spinal cord injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stem cells derived from a patient's own fat offer a step toward improving -; not just stabilizing - motor and sensory function of people with spinal cord injuries, according to early research from Mayo Clinic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/patients-own-stem-cells-offer-a-step-toward-improving-motor-sensory-function-after-spinal-cord-injury/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Nov 2019 04:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/patients-own-stem-cells-offer-a-step-toward-improving-motor-sensory-function-after-spinal-cord-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Loyola launches study to determine factors impacting young women's pelvic health]]></title><description><![CDATA[A multidisciplinary team at Loyola Medicine is launching a clinical research study to determine the most prevalent factors impacting young women's pelvic health.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/loyola-launches-study-to-determine-factors-impacting-young-womens-pelvic-health/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Nov 2019 00:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/loyola-launches-study-to-determine-factors-impacting-young-womens-pelvic-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Inspired Academic: a writing retreat for female academics]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp;<br />
Write and recharge<br />
&nbsp;<br />
The Department of Physical Therapy at the University of British Columbia is pleased to offer &ldquo;The Inspired Academic&rdquo; &ndash; an intensive writing retreat for female academics, in an stimulating environment. Dr. Pat Camp is a UBC Associate Professor with a track record in research productivity and mentorship, and has led numerous workshops and retreats on academic writing in Canada and the U.S.A. Retreat participants will learn strategies to overcome]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/the-inspired-academic-a-writing-retreat-for-female-academics/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2019 00:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/the-inspired-academic-a-writing-retreat-for-female-academics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UIC receives $1.8 million CDC grant for new breast cancer survivorship research]]></title><description><![CDATA[With $1.8 million in funding from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the University of Illinois at Chicago will help young breast cancer survivors navigate post-treatment care and survival.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uic-receives-18-million-cdc-grant-for-new-breast-cancer-survivorship-research/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2019 19:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uic-receives-18-million-cdc-grant-for-new-breast-cancer-survivorship-research/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kessler Foundation to study use of minimally invasive treatment for meniscal tears]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kessler Foundation received a $590,000 award from The Geneva Foundation for a three-year study of the use of a an experimental minimally invasive treatment for meniscal tears--the injection of autologous micro-fragmented adipose tissue into the knee joint.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kessler-foundation-to-study-use-of-minimally-invasive-treatment-for-meniscal-tears/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2019 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kessler-foundation-to-study-use-of-minimally-invasive-treatment-for-meniscal-tears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yoga and physical therapy effective in treating co-occurring sleep disturbance, back pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yoga and physical therapy (PT) are effective approaches to treating co-occurring sleep disturbance and back pain while reducing the need for medication, according to a new study from Boston Medical Center.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/yoga-and-physical-therapy-effective-in-treating-co-occurring-sleep-disturbance-back-pain/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2019 19:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/yoga-and-physical-therapy-effective-in-treating-co-occurring-sleep-disturbance-back-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman with severe spinal cord injury recovers after treatment at Danbury Hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[A freak accident left Katherine (Kathy) Wenning unable to move her upper body. She knew she needed medical attention, but she was at her country getaway in Washington, Connecticut - two hours by car from her home in Manhattan and the New York medical system she trusted.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/woman-with-severe-spinal-cord-injury-recovers-after-treatment-at-danbury-hospital/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2019 04:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/woman-with-severe-spinal-cord-injury-recovers-after-treatment-at-danbury-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Effective non-surgical treatment options for urinary incontinence]]></title><description><![CDATA[A common myth about urinary incontinence (the loss of bladder control or urinary leakage) in women is that surgery is your only option.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/effective-non-surgical-treatment-options-for-urinary-incontinence/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Nov 2019 16:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/effective-non-surgical-treatment-options-for-urinary-incontinence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study assesses how geriatric assessment can influence cancer care for vulnerable older people]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Wilmot Cancer Institute-led study in JAMA Oncology shows that when physicians fully appreciate the concerns of older adults with cancer, such as function and forgetfulness, it elevates patient care and satisfaction.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-assesses-how-geriatric-assessment-can-influence-cancer-care-for-vulnerable-older-people/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2019 21:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-assesses-how-geriatric-assessment-can-influence-cancer-care-for-vulnerable-older-people/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A rare diagnosis leads to successful treatment for patient with unusual vascular condition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drew, a 65-year-old man from Connecticut, was living an adventurous life until he started to experience unusual muscle weakness in his legs and unexplained fatigued. What he thought was possibly Lyme disease, or symptoms of normal aging, turned out to be much more serious.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-rare-diagnosis-leads-to-successful-treatment-for-patient-with-unusual-vascular-condition/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2019 18:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-rare-diagnosis-leads-to-successful-treatment-for-patient-with-unusual-vascular-condition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK military researcher studies ways to prevent chronic pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Josh Van Wyngaarden grew up in a military family, traveling all over the world during his father's 22 years in the Air Force.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uk-military-researcher-studies-ways-to-prevent-chronic-pain/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2019 13:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uk-military-researcher-studies-ways-to-prevent-chronic-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Picky eaters and problem feeders benefit from the first Pediatric Feeding Group]]></title><description><![CDATA[Local children are learning how to enjoy eating during the first Pediatric Feeding Group at the Wichita State University Speech-Language-Hearing (SLH) Clinic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/picky-eaters-and-problem-feeders-benefit-from-the-first-pediatric-feeding-group/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Nov 2019 08:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/picky-eaters-and-problem-feeders-benefit-from-the-first-pediatric-feeding-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Traumatic brain injury patient lives to tell the tale]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Kaczmarczyk's wife, Noelle, and their son, Dylan, were at home when they heard a thud. They went to investigate the sound and found the alarming cause. John, 58, was unconscious on the floor at the bottom of a flight of stairs with shattered glass around him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/traumatic-brain-injury-patient-lives-to-tell-the-tale/</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2019 20:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/traumatic-brain-injury-patient-lives-to-tell-the-tale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Optometrists reduce opioid prescription without increasing pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Optometrists at the University of Michigan have introduced a new approach to prescribing opioids in an effort to help curb the nation&rsquo;s opioid epidemic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/optometrists-reduce-opioid-prescription-without-increasing-pain/</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2019 18:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/optometrists-reduce-opioid-prescription-without-increasing-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Master of Physical Therapy North]]></title><description><![CDATA[More information available here<br />
Please note: our Northern Distributed Program is still pending final approval by UBC and UNBC in the fall of 2019. Successful applicants will be admitted to this program version once approved.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/master-of-physical-therapy-north/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2019 19:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/master-of-physical-therapy-north/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New pilot project helps older adults stay active with Amazon Alexa's technology]]></title><description><![CDATA[EngAGE is a new pilot project helping adults 65 and older stay active with a little assistance from Amazon's voice-controlled speaker Alexa.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-pilot-project-helps-older-adults-stay-active-with-amazon-alexas-technology/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2019 06:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-pilot-project-helps-older-adults-stay-active-with-amazon-alexas-technology/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AAOMPT opposes use of 'degenerative disc disease' as diagnostic term for neck, back pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[The American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists has released a position statement opposing "degenerative disc disease" as a diagnostic term for the cause of neck and back pain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/aaompt-opposes-use-of-degenerative-disc-disease-as-diagnostic-term-for-neck-back-pain/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2019 19:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/aaompt-opposes-use-of-degenerative-disc-disease-as-diagnostic-term-for-neck-back-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northwestern Medicine launches program to help women understand risk factors for osteoporosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Loss of bone density is common as women age, particularly around menopause when women lose more bone than they make. When bone density becomes so low that fracture is likely, the condition is called osteoporosis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/northwestern-medicine-launches-program-to-help-women-understand-risk-factors-for-osteoporosis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Oct 2019 23:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/northwestern-medicine-launches-program-to-help-women-understand-risk-factors-for-osteoporosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Support coaches for smoother transitions to home care and postoperative recovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[With healthcare being an ever-changing landscape, bundled payments are becoming a more popular option for hospitals since it allows physicians to allocate a set amount of money to cover a patient's stay from their hospital admission all the way up to 90 days after their procedure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/support-coaches-for-smoother-transitions-to-home-care-and-postoperative-recovery/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2019 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/support-coaches-for-smoother-transitions-to-home-care-and-postoperative-recovery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Systematic review: Medical marijuana shows early promise to lessen opioid use]]></title><description><![CDATA[Medical marijuana shows early promise to lessen opioid use and potential abuse, suggests a systematic review of published studies being presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY 2019 annual meeting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/systematic-review-medical-marijuana-shows-early-promise-to-lessen-opioid-use/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Oct 2019 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/systematic-review-medical-marijuana-shows-early-promise-to-lessen-opioid-use/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Physical Therapy Program Expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bringing education closer to home for northern and rural students because we know that when students live and train in the North, they are more likely to stay and work in the North]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physical-therapy-program-expansion/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2019 19:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/physical-therapy-program-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daunting Injury Provides Motivation to Help Others]]></title><description><![CDATA[Katie Attard, MSc student in Dr. Lara Boyd&rsquo;s Brain Behaviour Lab, started her training last September and is on track to finish her degree this summer. Her research currently focuses on the use of unilateral resistance exercise and its effect on neural and spinal plasticity. She hopes her research will benefit individuals who have suffered from a stroke and require unique exercise interventions to improve motor recovery.At just one year old, my parents enrolled me into gymnastics. I quickl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/daunting-injury-provides-motivation-to-help-others/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2019 19:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/daunting-injury-provides-motivation-to-help-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lifting the Bar on Strength Training Behaviour Change]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp;<br />
Jasmin Ma is currently a post-doctoral fellow with Dr. Linda Li in the department of Physical Therapy/Arthritis Research Canada. Her research is focused on supporting strength training behaviour change and developing methods for tailored physical activity interventions among people with rheumatoid arthritis and other chronic diseases and disabilities.If you know me well (or have just met me for that matter) you&rsquo;ve likely heard me talk about &ldquo;getting your DPA (daily physical ac]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/lifting-the-bar-on-strength-training-behaviour-change/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2019 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/lifting-the-bar-on-strength-training-behaviour-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Warm Welcome to the North!]]></title><description><![CDATA[By: Eric BennettEric is the PT Student Society (PTSS) President, a member of the Northern and Rural Cohort and a second year MPT student.<br />
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The 2018-2020 NRC Cohort taking their annual photo in the UNBC plinth lab.<br />
This past July saw 20 students of the current MPT2 cohort head up to Prince George, British Columbia for a four week academic block. Students part of the Northern Rural Cohort (NRC) stayed in dorms provided at the University of Northern British Columbia and received the wa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-warm-welcome-to-the-north/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2019 19:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-warm-welcome-to-the-north/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Postdoctoral fellow, Sue Peters is examining balance one step at a time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sue Peters received her PhD in the Rehabilitation Sciences program at the University of British Columbia. Her PhD training took place in the Brain Behaviour Lab.Currently, Dr. Peters is a postdoctoral fellow in the Rehabilitation Research Program at GF Strong.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/postdoctoral-fellow-sue-peters-is-examining-balance-one-step-at-a-time/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2019 19:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/postdoctoral-fellow-sue-peters-is-examining-balance-one-step-at-a-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Up and Running,&nbsp;UBC Physical Therapy &amp; Research Clinic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our students provide treatment under faculty supervision to support an affordable model of care.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/up-and-runningnbspubc-physical-therapy-amp-research-clinic/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2019 19:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/up-and-runningnbspubc-physical-therapy-amp-research-clinic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FAME for Neurofitness at now at the Physical Therapy and Research Clinic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fitness and Mobility Exercise (FAME) developed by Dr. Janice Eng fills a known gap in services for people with neurological conditions such as Parkinson&rsquo;s disease, multiple sclerosis or stroke.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fame-for-neurofitness-at-now-at-the-physical-therapy-and-research-clinic/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2019 19:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fame-for-neurofitness-at-now-at-the-physical-therapy-and-research-clinic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Home Exercise to Reduce Falls in Seniors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr. Teresa Liu-Ambrose is studying whether a home exercise program is a practical and cost-effective intervention that can improve outcomes in older people who have had a significant fall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/home-exercise-to-reduce-falls-in-seniors/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2019 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/home-exercise-to-reduce-falls-in-seniors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The return of Alison Hoens in the position of Knowledge Broker]]></title><description><![CDATA[After two wonderful years on secondment to the BC SUPPORT Unit (https://bcsupportunit.ca/), I am excited to return to the Physical Therapy Knowledge Broker (PT KB) position to reignite existing relationships and projects and to establish new ones.<br />
Given that there has been an absence of a Knowledge Broker for the last 2 years, it may be helpful to provide a brief refresher on the PT KB position, roles / activities:5 FTE, funded equally by The UBC Department of Physical Therapy, PABC and the Vanc]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/the-return-of-alison-hoens-in-the-position-of-knowledge-broker/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2019 19:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/the-return-of-alison-hoens-in-the-position-of-knowledge-broker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Faculty and Staff Updates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andrea Hardaker is job-sharing the Administration Manager role in the department, as well as acting the department&rsquo;s project lead on the MPT Expansion. Andrea joined the department in July 2018 on a temporary basis and moved to her current role in February 2019. Andrea has had a number of other roles at UBC and has previously worked at CHES, the Allard School of Law and Classical, Near-Eastern &amp; Religious Studies. Before starting at UBC, Andrea worked for a whale-watching company on Gr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/faculty-and-staff-updates/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2019 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/faculty-and-staff-updates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Fear of falling’: How hospitals do even more harm by keeping patients in bed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dorothy Twigg was living on her own, cooking and walking without help until a dizzy spell landed her in the emergency room. She spent three days confined to a hospital bed, allowed to get up only to use a bedside commode.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fear-of-falling-how-hospitals-do-even-more-harm-by-keeping-patients-in-bed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2019 14:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/fear-of-falling-how-hospitals-do-even-more-harm-by-keeping-patients-in-bed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New guidance from oncology experts recommends tailored exercise prescriptions]]></title><description><![CDATA[New guidance from exercise oncology experts recommend systematic use of an "exercise prescription" by health care workers and fitness professionals in designing and delivering exercise programs that aim to lower the risk of developing certain cancers and best meet the needs, preferences and abilities of people with cancer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-guidance-from-oncology-experts-recommends-tailored-exercise-prescriptions/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2019 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-guidance-from-oncology-experts-recommends-tailored-exercise-prescriptions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hyperbaric oxygen therapy can relieve symptoms and side-effects of radiotherapy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hyperbaric oxygen therapy can relieve self-reported symptoms and side-effects of radiotherapy against cancer in the pelvic region, a study shows. After 30-40 sessions in a hyperbaric chamber, many patients experienced reductions in bleeding, urinary incontinence, and pain alike.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy-can-relieve-symptoms-and-side-effects-of-radiotherapy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2019 21:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy-can-relieve-symptoms-and-side-effects-of-radiotherapy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New recommendations outline specific 'exercise prescriptions' for cancer survivors]]></title><description><![CDATA[A recent review of research, conducted by an international group of experts led by the University of British Columbia, has resulted in the development of new exercise guidelines for cancer survivors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-recommendations-outline-specific-exercise-prescriptions-for-cancer-survivors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2019 21:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-recommendations-outline-specific-exercise-prescriptions-for-cancer-survivors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers outline new exercise recommendations for people living with and beyond cancer]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's well known that exercise is good for preventing and treating many forms of heart disease, but less commonly known are the benefits of physical activity for people living with and beyond cancer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-outline-new-exercise-recommendations-for-people-living-with-and-beyond-cancer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2019 16:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-outline-new-exercise-recommendations-for-people-living-with-and-beyond-cancer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BU researcher receives NIH grant for clinical research in rheumatology]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Felson, MD, MPH, professor of medicine and epidemiology at Boston University Schools of Medicine and Public Health, was awarded a National Institute of Health P30 Center Grant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/bu-researcher-receives-nih-grant-for-clinical-research-in-rheumatology/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2019 00:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/bu-researcher-receives-nih-grant-for-clinical-research-in-rheumatology/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caution urged in reducing opioids for pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[After years and decades in which healthcare providers were freely prescribing opiates for all sorts of painful conditions, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published guidelines to help bring down opioid prescription rates and with them, addiction and overdose-related death rates. Though these were not binding, they urged physicians to be cautious in dealing with opioids when prescribing for pain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/caution-urged-in-reducing-opioids-for-pain/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Oct 2019 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/caution-urged-in-reducing-opioids-for-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exercise especially important for older people with heart disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[A study on the effect of exercise on older adults in physical rehabilitation shows that those with the greatest impairment at baseline benefited the most.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/exercise-especially-important-for-older-people-with-heart-disease/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Oct 2019 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/exercise-especially-important-for-older-people-with-heart-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is plantar fasciitis?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plantar fasciitis is a common condition that causes pain in the heel. Learn more about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of plantar fasciitis here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-is-plantar-fasciitis/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2019 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-is-plantar-fasciitis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New study examines care for patients with knee osteoarthritis in the U.S.]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study published in Arthritis Care &amp; Research provides an overview of U.S. physicians' recommendations for physical therapy, lifestyle counseling, pain medications for treating knee osteoarthritis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-study-examines-care-for-patients-with-knee-osteoarthritis-in-the-us/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2019 13:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-study-examines-care-for-patients-with-knee-osteoarthritis-in-the-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Interprofessional education aims to foster learning, collaboration among healthcare students]]></title><description><![CDATA[A virtual world may be a feasible learning platform for bringing together students from different healthcare professions and enhancing their understanding of collaborative patient care and knowledge of other health professions, according to a pilot study led by researchers from Tufts University School of Medicine and published online in the Journal of Interprofessional Care.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/interprofessional-education-aims-to-foster-learning-collaboration-among-healthcare-students/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2019 22:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/interprofessional-education-aims-to-foster-learning-collaboration-among-healthcare-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New $6.3 million DARPA grant to help researchers develop "intelligent spinal interface"]]></title><description><![CDATA[Supported with a new grant of $6.3 million from the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, a team led by Brown University researchers will develop and test an "intelligent spinal interface" aimed at helping to restore limb movement and bladder control for people who have suffered spinal cord injuries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-63-million-darpa-grant-to-help-researchers-develop-intelligent-spinal-interface/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2019 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-63-million-darpa-grant-to-help-researchers-develop-intelligent-spinal-interface/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newly discovered molecular process could speed up recovery from nerve injuries]]></title><description><![CDATA[Twenty million Americans suffer from peripheral nerve injuries, which can be caused by traumas such as combat wounds and motorcycle crashes as well as medical disorders including diabetes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/newly-discovered-molecular-process-could-speed-up-recovery-from-nerve-injuries/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2019 09:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/newly-discovered-molecular-process-could-speed-up-recovery-from-nerve-injuries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USF awarded $2.2 million to study neuromuscular effects of chemotherapy in breast cancer survivors]]></title><description><![CDATA[A University of South Florida College of Nursing researcher has been awarded a $2.2 million grant from the National Institutes of Health's National Cancer Institute to study whether a home-based exercise regimen to help improve gait and balance and strengthen muscles can lessen adverse neuromuscular effects many breast cancer survivors face after chemotherapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/usf-awarded-22-million-to-study-neuromuscular-effects-of-chemotherapy-in-breast-cancer-survivors/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2019 08:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/usf-awarded-22-million-to-study-neuromuscular-effects-of-chemotherapy-in-breast-cancer-survivors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2019 MPT Program Info Session]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
REGISTER HERE<br />
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Have you ever thought about a career in physical therapy? Come join us on November 13 to learn more about UBC&rsquo;s Master of Physical Therapy program and how you go about pursuing a career in physical therapy. The information session will be followed by a Q&amp;A. The program&rsquo;s Admissions Manager, Associate Head, and an MPT student will be in attendance. Please RSVP as space is limited.&nbsp;<br />
If you can&rsquo;t make it to our Vancouver info session, you]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/2019-mpt-program-info-session/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2019 02:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/2019-mpt-program-info-session/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AANA wins prestigious award for 'I AM ME Campaign']]></title><description><![CDATA[The American Association of Nurse Anesthetists was recently named a winner of Ragan's Health Care PR and Marketing Awards in the Social Media Campaign category for its I AM ME Campaign.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/aana-wins-prestigious-award-for-i-am-me-campaign/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2019 00:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/aana-wins-prestigious-award-for-i-am-me-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Access to physical therapy for low back pain may reduce opioid prescriptions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patients who first saw a physical therapist or chiropractor for low back pain, rather than a primary care physician, were much less likely to be prescribed opioids.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/access-to-physical-therapy-for-low-back-pain-may-reduce-opioid-prescriptions/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2019 03:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/access-to-physical-therapy-for-low-back-pain-may-reduce-opioid-prescriptions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study evaluates differences in protein intake and health indicators among racial/ethnic older adults]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the population of older adults in the United States continues to grow and becomes more diverse, health concerns increase in parallel.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-evaluates-differences-in-protein-intake-and-health-indicators-among-racialethnic-older-adults/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Sep 2019 00:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-evaluates-differences-in-protein-intake-and-health-indicators-among-racialethnic-older-adults/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walking patterns may help differentiate types of dementia]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study suggests that people with Lewy body dementia and Alzheimer's have distinct walking patterns that may match cognitive and disease changes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/walking-patterns-may-help-differentiate-types-of-dementia/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2019 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/walking-patterns-may-help-differentiate-types-of-dementia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Advancements in pain management are giving new options to patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hardly a day goes by without the public being warned about the dangers of opioids. But still, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, more than 130 people die every day of opioid overdose and the problem is getting worse.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/advancements-in-pain-management-are-giving-new-options-to-patients/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Sep 2019 21:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/advancements-in-pain-management-are-giving-new-options-to-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What to know about leg cramps at night]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leg cramps at night, or nocturnal leg cramps, are often linked with overuse or underuse of the muscles, but medical conditions may also be the cause. Learn about causes and treatments here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-to-know-about-leg-cramps-at-night/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Sep 2019 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-to-know-about-leg-cramps-at-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers explore how talk therapy can help cystic fibrosis patients with mental health problems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drexel University researchers are exploring how Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, a type of talk therapy, delivered via telemedicine, may alleviate the anxiety and depression common among cystic fibrosis patients.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-explore-how-talk-therapy-can-help-cystic-fibrosis-patients-with-mental-health-problems/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Sep 2019 20:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-explore-how-talk-therapy-can-help-cystic-fibrosis-patients-with-mental-health-problems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A young woman, a wheelchair and the fight to take her place at Stanford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sylvia Colt-Lacayo is 18, fresh-faced and hopeful, as she beams confidence from her power wheelchair. Her long dark hair is soft and carefully tended, and her wide brown eyes are bright.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-young-woman-a-wheelchair-and-the-fight-to-take-her-place-at-stanford/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2019 13:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/a-young-woman-a-wheelchair-and-the-fight-to-take-her-place-at-stanford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New cellular processes controlling the formation of lymphatic valves found]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lymphedema, resulting from a damaged lymphatic system, can be a debilitating disease in which excess protein-rich fluid (lymph) collects in soft tissues and causes swelling -- most often in the arms or legs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-cellular-processes-controlling-the-formation-of-lymphatic-valves-found/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2019 08:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-cellular-processes-controlling-the-formation-of-lymphatic-valves-found/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Survey reveals escalating interest to use marijuana or cannabinoids for managing pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Millennials lead the escalating interest in marijuana and cannabinoid compounds for managing pain &ndash; with older generations not far behind &ndash; and yet most are unaware of potential risks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/survey-reveals-escalating-interest-to-use-marijuana-or-cannabinoids-for-managing-pain/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Aug 2019 04:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/survey-reveals-escalating-interest-to-use-marijuana-or-cannabinoids-for-managing-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breast cancer patients with mental health conditions have higher opioid use, reduced survival]]></title><description><![CDATA[Elderly women battling breast cancer who have anxiety, depression or other mental health conditions are more likely to use opioids and more likely to die, a new study led by the University of Virginia School of Medicine has found.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/breast-cancer-patients-with-mental-health-conditions-have-higher-opioid-use-reduced-survival/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Aug 2019 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/breast-cancer-patients-with-mental-health-conditions-have-higher-opioid-use-reduced-survival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Doctors fight legislation prompted by sex abuse scandals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daniella Mohazab didn't know what to expect from her first pelvic exam in 2016. The University of Southern California sophomore, then 19, was startled when her doctor examined her vagina for several minutes without gloves, but assumed it was standard procedure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/doctors-fight-legislation-prompted-by-sex-abuse-scandals/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Aug 2019 13:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/doctors-fight-legislation-prompted-by-sex-abuse-scandals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Regular physical activity associated with decreased risk of postoperative delirium]]></title><description><![CDATA[After having surgery, many older adults develop delirium, the medical term for sudden and severe confusion. In fact, between 10 and 67 percent of older adults experience delirium after surgery for non-heart-related issues, while 5 to 61 percent experience delirium after orthopedic surgery (surgery dealing with the bones and muscles).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/regular-physical-activity-associated-with-decreased-risk-of-postoperative-delirium/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Aug 2019 05:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/regular-physical-activity-associated-with-decreased-risk-of-postoperative-delirium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aerobic exercise programs may benefit stroke survivors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stroke survivors who completed group-based aerobic exercise programs similar in design and duration to cardiac rehabilitation programs significantly improved their aerobic endurance and walking ability, according to new research in Journal of the American Heart Association, the Open Access Journal of the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/aerobic-exercise-programs-may-benefit-stroke-survivors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Aug 2019 14:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/aerobic-exercise-programs-may-benefit-stroke-survivors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Collaborative care reduces health care costs and improves patient outcomes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lowering costs and improving patient outcomes are common goals for most health care providers. A new study from Creighton University School of Medicine and Center for Interprofessional Practice, Education and Research, published Aug. 12 in the Annals of Family Medicine, yielded a reduction in health care costs in an especially vulnerable group: high risk patients.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/collaborative-care-reduces-health-care-costs-and-improves-patient-outcomes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Aug 2019 08:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/collaborative-care-reduces-health-care-costs-and-improves-patient-outcomes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BIDMC podiatrist offers advice on most common foot injuries]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the summer is in full swing, you may be spending more time outside being active. John Giurini, DPM, Chief of Podiatric Surgery at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC), encourages you to pay special attention to your feet.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/bidmc-podiatrist-offers-advice-on-most-common-foot-injuries/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Aug 2019 14:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/bidmc-podiatrist-offers-advice-on-most-common-foot-injuries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UW Medicine achieves milestone of 1,000 lung transplants]]></title><description><![CDATA[UW Medicine's lung-transplant team, the only such providers in the Pacific Northwest, performed their 1,000th transplant on July 7, 2019. Ten other U.S. programs have reached such a milestone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uw-medicine-achieves-milestone-of-1000-lung-transplants/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Aug 2019 07:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/uw-medicine-achieves-milestone-of-1000-lung-transplants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Causes and treatments for pain in the arch of the foot]]></title><description><![CDATA[The arch of the foot plays a vital role in supporting movements such as walking. In this article, learn about what causes pain in the arch, as well as about the possible treatments.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/causes-and-treatments-for-pain-in-the-arch-of-the-foot/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Aug 2019 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/causes-and-treatments-for-pain-in-the-arch-of-the-foot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Superstar athletes popularize unproven stem cell procedures]]></title><description><![CDATA[Baseball superstar Max Scherzer &mdash; whose back injury has prevented him from pitching for the Washington Nationals since he last playedon July 25 &mdash; is the latest in a long list of professional athletes to embrace unproven stem cell injections in an attempt to accelerate their recovery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/superstar-athletes-popularize-unproven-stem-cell-procedures/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Aug 2019 12:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/superstar-athletes-popularize-unproven-stem-cell-procedures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Regenstrief/VA scientist to co-lead $21 million study on chronic low back pain management]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matthew J. Bair, M.D., M.S., a research scientist with the Regenstrief Institute and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, will co-lead a $21 million national study to find the best approach to manage chronic low back pain. The Department of Veterans Affairs is funding the 20-site trial.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/regenstriefva-scientist-to-co-lead-21-million-study-on-chronic-low-back-pain-management/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Aug 2019 21:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/regenstriefva-scientist-to-co-lead-21-million-study-on-chronic-low-back-pain-management/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rutgers Health treats children with multiple sclerosis at the dedicated pediatric MS program]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alexander Wallerson was 12 years old when he saw a popular movie with his mother. Now 26, he remembers that specific day vividly. It was the first time he experienced the signs of multiple sclerosis (MS)."I walked like I was drunk," says Wallerson, who lives in New Brunswick. "I was limping but not in pain."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/rutgers-health-treats-children-with-multiple-sclerosis-at-the-dedicated-pediatric-ms-program/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jul 2019 05:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/rutgers-health-treats-children-with-multiple-sclerosis-at-the-dedicated-pediatric-ms-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johns Hopkins co-leads study on 'poliolike' condition affecting children]]></title><description><![CDATA[Johns Hopkins Medicine and University of Alabama at Birmingham researchers will lead a multicenter, multinational study of acute flaccid myelitis, the &ldquo;poliolike&rdquo; condition affecting children that causes loss of muscle control.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/johns-hopkins-co-leads-study-on-poliolike-condition-affecting-children/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jul 2019 13:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/johns-hopkins-co-leads-study-on-poliolike-condition-affecting-children/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robotic technology for spinal fusion at Norwalk Hospital helps great grandmother stay active]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lifelong Norwalk, Connecticut resident, Pat Bifano, age 75, loves to spend time with her family, including her husband Al of 56 years, four children, 12 grandchildren, and great granddaughter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/robotic-technology-for-spinal-fusion-at-norwalk-hospital-helps-great-grandmother-stay-active/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jul 2019 09:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/robotic-technology-for-spinal-fusion-at-norwalk-hospital-helps-great-grandmother-stay-active/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Retiring abroad? Prepare to possibly mix and match health insurance]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Karen Schirack, 67, slipped on her way into her house in January and broke her left femur in multiple places, she had a decision to make. Should she get surgery to repair the fractured thigh bone and replace her hip near Ajijic, Mexico, where she has lived for 20 years, or be airlifted back to her home state of Ohio for surgery and rehab?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/retiring-abroad-prepare-to-possibly-mix-and-match-health-insurance/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jul 2019 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/retiring-abroad-prepare-to-possibly-mix-and-match-health-insurance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What to know about walking for weight loss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walking can help people lose weight. Setting a faster pace, using an incline, and walking multiple times per day can all help increase the amount of calories a person burns. Learn more here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-to-know-about-walking-for-weight-loss/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jul 2019 04:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-to-know-about-walking-for-weight-loss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to strengthen your knee]]></title><description><![CDATA[People can do many exercises to strengthen their knees, which can relieve pain and reduce the risk of injury. These exercises include leg lifts, hamstring curls, and wall squats. Learn more about how to strengthen the knee here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/how-to-strengthen-your-knee/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/how-to-strengthen-your-knee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Estrogen is essential to maintain muscle stem cell health, research shows]]></title><description><![CDATA[New University of Minnesota Medical School research is the first to show that estrogen is essential to maintaining muscle stem cell health.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/estrogen-is-essential-to-maintain-muscle-stem-cell-health-research-shows/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jul 2019 21:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/estrogen-is-essential-to-maintain-muscle-stem-cell-health-research-shows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study reveals long-term benefits of stress urinary incontinence surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the most commonly performed surgeries to treat stress urinary incontinence in women may have better long-term results than another common surgical technique, according to a study led by Mayo Clinic researchers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-reveals-long-term-benefits-of-stress-urinary-incontinence-surgery/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2019 19:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-reveals-long-term-benefits-of-stress-urinary-incontinence-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Puzzling paralysis affecting healthy children warns CDC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has warned that a series of rare and difficult to treat cases of paralysis are being seen in otherwise healthy children since 2018. This outbreak is 2018 may soon make a comeback in 2020 the organization warns doctors and paediatricians. The report was published in the CDC&rsquo;s Vital Signs this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/puzzling-paralysis-affecting-healthy-children-warns-cdc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jul 2019 08:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/puzzling-paralysis-affecting-healthy-children-warns-cdc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Athletic training method reduces head injuries in high school football]]></title><description><![CDATA[An athletic training method shown to reduce head injuries in high school football will be rolled out in Hawaii next week through an $800,000 grant to the UMass Lowell researcher who designed the system.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/athletic-training-method-reduces-head-injuries-in-high-school-football/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jul 2019 06:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/athletic-training-method-reduces-head-injuries-in-high-school-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mice study could lead to potential treatment for vestibular disorders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at the Stanford University School of Medicine have found a way to regenerate hair cells in the inner ears of mice, allowing the animals to recover vestibular function. It's the first time such recovery has been observed in mature mammals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mice-study-could-lead-to-potential-treatment-for-vestibular-disorders/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jul 2019 06:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mice-study-could-lead-to-potential-treatment-for-vestibular-disorders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nerve transfer surgery restores upper limb function in people with tetraplegia]]></title><description><![CDATA[13 young adults with tetraplegia are able to feed themselves, hold a drink, brush their teeth, and write as a result of a novel surgical technique which connects functioning nerves with injured nerves to restore power in paralyzed muscles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nerve-transfer-surgery-restores-upper-limb-function-in-people-with-tetraplegia/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jul 2019 08:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/nerve-transfer-surgery-restores-upper-limb-function-in-people-with-tetraplegia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More seniors are dying in falls. Doctors could do more to reduce the risk.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Older adults worried about falling typically receive general advice: Take an exercise class. Get your vision checked. Stop taking medications for sleep. Install grab bars in the bathroom.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/more-seniors-are-dying-in-falls-doctors-could-do-more-to-reduce-the-risk/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Jun 2019 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/more-seniors-are-dying-in-falls-doctors-could-do-more-to-reduce-the-risk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV watching proves more of heart health threat than a desk job among African Americans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Binge watching TV may be a greater risk factor for heart disease and premature death among African Americans than sitting at a desk job, according to new research in Journal of the American Heart Association, the Open Access Journal of the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/tv-watching-proves-more-of-heart-health-threat-than-a-desk-job-among-african-americans/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Jun 2019 14:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/tv-watching-proves-more-of-heart-health-threat-than-a-desk-job-among-african-americans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Regular physical activity can be effective in reducing pain from arthritis]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 50 million U.S. adults have arthritis. Many experience severe joint pain and, likely because of their pain, don't do much exercising if at all.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/regular-physical-activity-can-be-effective-in-reducing-pain-from-arthritis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Jun 2019 08:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/regular-physical-activity-can-be-effective-in-reducing-pain-from-arthritis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inhaling irritant that mimics air pollution changes defensive heart-lung reflex for hypertension]]></title><description><![CDATA[Air pollution significantly increases the risk for premature deaths, particularly in people with underlying cardiovascular disease, clinical and epidemiological studies have determined.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/inhaling-irritant-that-mimics-air-pollutionchanges-defensive-heart-lung-reflex-for-hypertension/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2019 10:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/inhaling-irritant-that-mimics-air-pollutionchanges-defensive-heart-lung-reflex-for-hypertension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cedars-Sinai expert urges physicians and patients to manage pain without addictive pills]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the opioid epidemic continues to claim lives and shatter families across the nation, a Cedars-Sinai expert is urging physicians and patients to try managing pain without the addictive pills.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cedars-sinai-expert-urges-physicians-and-patients-to-manage-pain-without-addictive-pills/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Jun 2019 04:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/cedars-sinai-expert-urges-physicians-and-patients-to-manage-pain-without-addictive-pills/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Low vitamin K may reduce mobility in older adults]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers found that older adults with vitamin K deficiency were more likely to develop mobility disability, such as difficulty walking and using stairs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/low-vitamin-k-may-reduce-mobility-in-older-adults/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Jun 2019 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/low-vitamin-k-may-reduce-mobility-in-older-adults/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New intervention shows promise for relief of shoulder pain in wheelchair users with spinal cord injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[A New Jersey team of researchers has reported the successful, long-term relief of chronic refractory shoulder pain in a wheelchair user with spinal cord injury following a single injection of autologous, micro-fragmented adipose tissue into the affected shoulder joint.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-intervention-shows-promise-for-relief-of-shoulder-pain-in-wheelchair-users-with-spinal-cord-injury/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Jun 2019 01:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-intervention-shows-promise-for-relief-of-shoulder-pain-in-wheelchair-users-with-spinal-cord-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early life adversity and high levels of FKBP5 protein amplify anxiety-like behavior]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers continue to dig for molecular clues to better understand how gene-environment interactions influence neuropsychiatric disease risk and resilience.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/early-life-adversity-and-high-levels-of-fkbp5-protein-amplify-anxiety-like-behavior/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Jun 2019 01:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/early-life-adversity-and-high-levels-of-fkbp5-protein-amplify-anxiety-like-behavior/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Causes of lower back pain when standing or walking]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lower back pain, when standing or walking, can often be a symptom of muscle fatigue or poor posture. However, persistent or recurring pain may be a sign of an underlying condition, such as spinal stenosis, degenerative disk disease, or hyperlordosis. Learn more about the causes and treatment here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/causes-of-lower-back-pain-when-standing-or-walking/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Jun 2019 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/causes-of-lower-back-pain-when-standing-or-walking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kessler Foundation receives $1 million gift to study groundbreaking treatments for spinal cord injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tim Reynolds, co-founder of the Wall Street firm Jane Street Capital, and his wife, Caroline, made a $1 million gift to Kessler Foundation to launch groundbreaking research at the Foundation's new Center for Spinal Stimulation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kessler-foundation-receives-1-million-gift-to-study-groundbreaking-treatments-for-spinal-cord-injury/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Jun 2019 09:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/kessler-foundation-receives-1-million-gift-to-study-groundbreaking-treatments-for-spinal-cord-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[7 stretches and exercises for scoliosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scoliosis is a condition in which the spine curves to either side. Exercise and stretches are a vital part of treatment and can help relieve pain. Learn about the best stretches and exercises for scoliosis here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/7-stretches-and-exercises-for-scoliosis/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Jun 2019 03:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/7-stretches-and-exercises-for-scoliosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stretches for tight hips: Tips and how to do them]]></title><description><![CDATA[People who sit for long periods or have injuries often have tight hips. In this article, learn about the best hip stretches and how to do them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/stretches-for-tight-hips-tips-and-how-to-do-them/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Jun 2019 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/stretches-for-tight-hips-tips-and-how-to-do-them/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Home-based exercise program reduces subsequent falls in high-risk seniors]]></title><description><![CDATA[An in-home exercise program reduced subsequent falls in high-risk seniors by 36 per cent, according the results of a 12-month clinical trial published today in the Journal of the American Medical Association.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/home-based-exercise-program-reduces-subsequent-falls-in-high-risk-seniors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Jun 2019 05:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/home-based-exercise-program-reduces-subsequent-falls-in-high-risk-seniors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exercises for easing and preventing upper back pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Poor posture or tense or tired muscles can often lead to upper back pain or discomfort. Gently stretching the back and shoulders can help both relieve and prevent upper back pain. Here, we describe nine exercises for upper back pain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/exercises-for-easing-and-preventing-upper-back-pain/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2019 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/exercises-for-easing-and-preventing-upper-back-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Analysis: Why Alexa’s bedside manner is bad for health care]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amazon has opened a new health care frontier: Now Alexa can be used to transmit patient data. Using this new feature &mdash; which Amazon labeled as a "skill" &mdash; a company named Livongo will allow diabetes patients &mdash; which it calls "members" &mdash; to use the device to "query their last blood sugar reading, blood sugar measurement trends, and receive insights and Health Nudges that are personalized to them."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/analysis-why-alexas-bedside-manner-is-bad-for-health-care/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2019 13:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/analysis-why-alexas-bedside-manner-is-bad-for-health-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tips to improve posture]]></title><description><![CDATA[People can improve their posture by practicing certain exercises and making some lifestyle changes, such as maintaining a healthful weight. Learn more about how to improve posture here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/tips-to-improve-posture/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Jun 2019 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/tips-to-improve-posture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dyson-Hudson receives grant to study effectiveness of new treatment for shoulder pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trevor Dyson-Hudson, MD, director of the Center for Spinal Cord Injury Research at Kessler Foundation, was awarded a $549,000 grant by the New Jersey Commission on Spinal Cord Research.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dyson-hudson-receives-grant-to-study-effectiveness-of-new-treatment-for-shoulder-pain/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 May 2019 08:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dyson-hudson-receives-grant-to-study-effectiveness-of-new-treatment-for-shoulder-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samara Polytech scientists develop simulators for the lower jaw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, according to various estimates, up to 60 percent of the world's population suffers from TMJ pathologies. Unfortunately, there is still no effective solution to this problem. There are simple models of simulators for the lower jaw, but their use is fraught with some difficulties.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/samara-polytech-scientists-develop-simulators-for-the-lower-jaw/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 May 2019 02:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/samara-polytech-scientists-develop-simulators-for-the-lower-jaw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MPT Expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[For More Information: Visit the Faculty of Medicine Website]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-expansion/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2019 23:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mpt-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ayurvedic treatment for rheumatoid arthritis: What to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ayurvedic treatment comes from traditional Indian medicine. Some people believe that it can help treat inflammatory conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis. Learn more about Ayurveda here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ayurvedic-treatment-for-rheumatoid-arthritis-what-to-know/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2019 03:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ayurvedic-treatment-for-rheumatoid-arthritis-what-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What can cause shoulder pain?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The shoulder is a complex and flexible joint, making it vulnerable to damage. Common causes of shoulder pain include injuries, general wear and tear, and inflammatory conditions. A person can often treat mild shoulder pain at home, but those with severe pain or serious injuries should see a doctor. Learn more here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-can-cause-shoulder-pain/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2019 23:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-can-cause-shoulder-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The UBC Physical Therapy and Research Clinic: Update]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are working full steam ahead on the development and opening of the new student-led clinic in the Department of Physical Therapy: The UBC Physical Therapy and Research Clinic. Renovations began in May with anticipation of clinic opening in July.<br />
This fee-for-service Clinic will be owned and operated by the Department of Physical Therapy within the Faculty of Medicine to:<br />
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Provide an enriched clinical placement opportunity as part of the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/the-ubc-physical-therapy-and-research-clinic-update/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2019 19:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/the-ubc-physical-therapy-and-research-clinic-update/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jesse Charlton, MPT/PhD Student, Studying Osteoarthritis in the Real World]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jesse Charlton is currently an MPT/PhD student in the Graduate Programs in Rehabilitation Sciences. His research investigates how people with knee osteoarthritis learn walking pattern modifications, and how the modifications are performed in the real-world. Since 2014, Jesse has worked in the Motion Analysis and Biofeedback Laboratory, with Dr. Michael Hunt.Walking modification for knee osteoarthritis: wearable sensors, biomechanics, and motor learning.<br />
I first gained exposure to biomechanical r]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jesse-charlton-mptphd-student-studying-osteoarthritis-in-the-real-world/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2019 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/jesse-charlton-mptphd-student-studying-osteoarthritis-in-the-real-world/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Restoring Breath to the Breathless]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michelle Schaeffer is currently a Post-doctoral fellow in the Cardiopulmonary Exercise Physiology Lab. Her research is focused on the mechanisms of dyspnea and exercise intolerance in patients with interstitial lung disease and the use of hyperoxia as in intervention during an exercise rehabilitation program.Exercise is a huge part of my life, and I feel fortunate to have built my lifestyle and professional career around something that I am so passionate about. While competing on the varsity row]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/restoring-breath-to-the-breathless/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2019 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/restoring-breath-to-the-breathless/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Klari Varallyai, Inaugural Recipient of the Lifetime Contribution to Clinical Practice Award.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Klari Varallyai, has spent her entire professional career contributing to clinical practice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/klari-varallyai-inaugural-recipient-of-the-lifetime-contribution-to-clinical-practice-award/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2019 18:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/klari-varallyai-inaugural-recipient-of-the-lifetime-contribution-to-clinical-practice-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrating the Tenth Anniversary of a Student-Led Clinic within Fraser Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[Students with Hyman Gee (Right)Happy Anniversary Student Run Outpatient Clinic and clinic supervisor, Hyman Gee!<br />
Time and time again, students comment &ldquo;my placement at Queen&rsquo;s Park Student-Led Clinic stands out&rdquo;.<br />
The Student Rehabilitation Outpatient Clinic (SROC) originated at Royal Columbian Hospital (RCH) in 2009. Funding cuts led to the closure of the outpatient program at RCH; though, some innovative thinking and advocacy fueled a proposal to re-instate the program with a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/celebrating-the-tenth-anniversary-of-a-student-led-clinic-within-fraser-health/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2019 18:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/celebrating-the-tenth-anniversary-of-a-student-led-clinic-within-fraser-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of a Student-Led Clinic within Fraser Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[Students with Hyman Gee (Right)Happy Anniversary Student Run Outpatient Clinic and clinic supervisor, Hyman Gee!<br />
Time and time again, students comment &ldquo;My placement at Queen&rsquo;s Park Student-Led Clinic stands out.&rdquo;<br />
The Student Rehabilitation Outpatient Clinic (SROC) originated at Royal Columbian Hospital (RCH) in 2009. Funding cuts led to the closure of the outpatient program at RCH, however, some innovative thinking and advocacy fueled a proposal to re-instate the program with]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/celebrating-the-10th-anniversary-of-a-student-led-clinic-within-fraser-health/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2019 18:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/celebrating-the-10th-anniversary-of-a-student-led-clinic-within-fraser-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belated Welcome to Marie Cummings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marie handles the details of financial processing, financial record keeping, and record retrieval for the Department. Marie also assists staff with diverse work projects, as required.<br />
Marie joined the Department in May 2018 as finance clerk before taking a leave of absence to care for her elderly mother who now lives with her. Prior to working full time in the PT Department, Marie also worked at BC Studies as a Sales and Marketing Assistant. Pre-UBC, Marie worked in hotels (Audit), a petroleum s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/belated-welcome-to-marie-cummings/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2019 18:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/belated-welcome-to-marie-cummings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Incoming Assistant Professor, Jackie Whittaker]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr. Whittaker will join the Department in July 2019 expanding our musculoskeletal expertise.I undertook my clinical training as a physiotherapist at the University of Alberta, graduating in 1993. Between 1993 and 2015 I worked clinically, primarily in musculoskeletal private practice, in both the provinces of Alberta and British Columbia. During that time I received certifications in manual and manipulative therapy (FCAMPT), acupuncture (CAFCI), dry needling (CGIMS), ultrasound imaging and was r]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/meet-incoming-assistant-professor-jackie-whittaker/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2019 18:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/meet-incoming-assistant-professor-jackie-whittaker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roly Fletcher Taking Lead in Pain Science Curriculum]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp;Meet Roly Fletcher. We are pleased he will join the Department on July 1 and take on a leading role in the pain science curriculum<br />
I have my BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy from the University of Hertfordshire. I also have a certificate in Sport and Exercise Science from the University of Coventry, a Diploma in Sports Therapy from the University of Hertfordshire and a MSc (Dist.) in the Clinical Management of Pain from the University of Edinburgh.<br />
Prior to my academic studies, I trained in per]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/roly-fletcher-taking-lead-in-pain-science-curriculum/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2019 18:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/roly-fletcher-taking-lead-in-pain-science-curriculum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Janet Lundie to Take Lead on Professionalism Curriculum]]></title><description><![CDATA[Janet Lundie takes on the role of instructor. We are pleased she will join the Department on August 1 and lead the professionalism curriculum<br />
I am delighted to join the Department of Physical Therapy at UBC as the new Instructor &ndash; Professionalism.<br />
I graduated from the University of Manitoba BMR-PT program in 1982 and have loved working as a physiotherapist ever since. I have spent my whole career in the Lower Mainland and my area of clinical interest is older adult rehabilitation, team-ba]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/janet-lundie-to-take-lead-on-professionalism-curriculum/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2019 18:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/janet-lundie-to-take-lead-on-professionalism-curriculum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Faculty Service, an Under Recognized but Important Job.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Life as a faculty member is extremely varied; they not only teach and perform research but also serve in numerous ways. The Department is proud of the many hours our academic faculty members devote to service every year. Faculty members translate research knowledge by providing educational talks to various public groups, create resources for students and patient groups, advise governing bodies, mentor colleagues, review grant applications and publications and much, much more. Most serve on, or c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/faculty-service-an-under-recognized-but-important-job/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2019 18:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/faculty-service-an-under-recognized-but-important-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Sham’ sharing ministries test faith of patients and insurance regulators]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sheri Lewis, 59, of Seattle, needed a hip transplant. Bradley Fuller, 63, of nearby Kirkland, needed chemotherapy and radiation when the pain in his jaw turned out to be throat cancer. And Kim Bruzas, 55, of Waitsburg, hundreds of miles away, needed emergency care to stop sudden &mdash;and severe &mdash; rectal bleeding.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/sham-sharing-ministries-test-faith-of-patients-and-insurance-regulators/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2019 14:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/sham-sharing-ministries-test-faith-of-patients-and-insurance-regulators/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers develop standard measurement tool to evaluate pediatric facial palsy]]></title><description><![CDATA[An international team of researchers, including a psychologist at Oregon State University, has developed a standardized measurement for pediatric facial palsy that will improve the care for current and future patients with the condition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-develop-standard-measurement-tool-to-evaluate-pediatric-facial-palsy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2019 04:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-develop-standard-measurement-tool-to-evaluate-pediatric-facial-palsy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers study the impact of and treatment for aggrecan deficiency]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Sunday, April 28, a team of researchers received the 2019 Human Growth Award at the Pediatric Endocrine Society's Annual Meeting for their abstract, entitled "Clinical Characterization and Trial of Growth Hormone in Patients with Aggrecan Deficiency: 6 Month Data," and presented this at the PES Presidential Poster Session.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-study-the-impact-of-and-treatment-for-aggrecan-deficiency/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2019 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-study-the-impact-of-and-treatment-for-aggrecan-deficiency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ACR and Arthritis Foundation release two guidelines on juvenile idiopathic arthritis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, the American College of Rheumatology, in partnership with the Arthritis Foundation, released two guidelines on juvenile idiopathic arthritis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/acr-and-arthritis-foundation-release-two-guidelines-on-juvenile-idiopathic-arthritis/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2019 09:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/acr-and-arthritis-foundation-release-two-guidelines-on-juvenile-idiopathic-arthritis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study finds different amounts of physical therapy for stroke patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Medicare-covered stroke patients receive vastly different amounts of physical and occupational therapy during hospital stays despite evidence that such care is strongly associated with positive health outcomes, a new study by Brown University researchers found.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-finds-different-amounts-of-physical-therapy-for-stroke-patients/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2019 08:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-finds-different-amounts-of-physical-therapy-for-stroke-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daily life disability before hip replacement may predict poor post-operative outcomes]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new Johns Hopkins Medicine study looking at medical records of more than 43,000 U.S. adults with hip-joint damaging osteoarthritis suggests that those who cannot perform daily activities independently before total hip replacement surgery are more likely to have poorer outcomes after surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/daily-life-disability-before-hip-replacement-may-predict-poor-post-operative-outcomes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2019 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/daily-life-disability-before-hip-replacement-may-predict-poor-post-operative-outcomes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maximal running shoes may raise injury risk even after transition period]]></title><description><![CDATA[A six-week transition period did not help wearers adjust to "maximal" running shoes, indicating that increased impact forces and loading rates caused by the shoe design do not change over time, a new study from Oregon State University - Cascades has found.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/maximal-running-shoes-may-raise-injury-risk-even-after-transition-period/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2019 23:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/maximal-running-shoes-may-raise-injury-risk-even-after-transition-period/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Torn rotator cuff: Everything you need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[A torn rotator cuff can cause significant pain and limit the movement of the shoulder and arm. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/torn-rotator-cuff-everything-you-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2019 02:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/torn-rotator-cuff-everything-you-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What can cause pain in the palm of the hand?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pain in the palm of the hand is often the result of a minor injury, and a person can safely treat it at home. However, more serious causes of hand pain can include bone fractures, wound infections, and conditions that affect the nerves, blood vessels, or tissues inside the hands. Learn more here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-can-cause-pain-in-the-palm-of-the-hand/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2019 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-can-cause-pain-in-the-palm-of-the-hand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What to know about hamstring tendonitis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hamstring tendonitis is a swollen or injured hamstring tendon. Symptoms include pain in or near to the knee joint. The type of treatment will depend on the severity of the tendonitis, but certain exercises may help. Learn more about hamstring tendonitis here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-to-know-about-hamstring-tendonitis/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Apr 2019 02:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-to-know-about-hamstring-tendonitis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Researchers create smart fabric that aids in athletic coaching and physical therapy]]></title><description><![CDATA[A computer science research team at Dartmouth College has produced a smart fabric that can help athletes and physical therapy patients correct arm angles to optimize performance, reduce injury and accelerate recovery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-create-smart-fabric-that-aids-in-athletic-coaching-and-physical-therapy/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2019 10:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/researchers-create-smart-fabric-that-aids-in-athletic-coaching-and-physical-therapy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New clinical pathway reduces rate of debilitating complications for frail elderly trauma patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[A standardized interdisciplinary clinical pathway to identify and manage frailty in older patients has reduced the rate of one of the most debilitating complications for older patients--delirium--and kept patients from returning to the hospital within 30 days of treatment for traumatic injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-clinical-pathway-reduces-rate-of-debilitating-complications-for-frail-elderly-trauma-patients/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Apr 2019 21:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-clinical-pathway-reduces-rate-of-debilitating-complications-for-frail-elderly-trauma-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Letter from the Editor: Looking to the future]]></title><description><![CDATA[This month, MNT attended the Future Healthcare 2019 Conference and Exhibition. Managing Editor Honor Whiteman discusses some exciting new technologies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/letter-from-the-editor-looking-to-the-future/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2019 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/letter-from-the-editor-looking-to-the-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Children’s ball pits full of pathogenic microbes]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study has found that the ball pits used by children in physical therapy clinics may be colonized with various microorganisms, some of which are pathogenic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/childrens-ball-pits-full-of-pathogenic-microbes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Mar 2019 17:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/childrens-ball-pits-full-of-pathogenic-microbes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ball pits used in children's physical therapy may contribute to germ transmission]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beware the ball pit. Ball pits used in children's physical therapy - similar to those made popular by restaurants catering to families - may contribute to germ transmission between patients, according to new research published in the American Journal of Infection Control, the journal of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology, published by Elsevier.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ball-pits-used-in-childrens-physical-therapy-may-contribute-to-germ-transmission/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2019 06:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/ball-pits-used-in-childrens-physical-therapy-may-contribute-to-germ-transmission/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What are speech disorders?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Speech disorders affect a person's ability to produce sounds that create words, and they can make verbal communication more difficult. Types of speech disorder include stuttering, apraxia, and dysarthria. Learn more about speech disorders here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-are-speech-disorders/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2019 21:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-are-speech-disorders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What to know about a bulging disc in the neck]]></title><description><![CDATA[Potential causes of a bulging disc in the neck include being overweight and being inactive. Exercising may help. Learn more about bulging discs in the neck, including why they develop and how to soothe them, here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-to-know-about-a-bulging-disc-in-the-neck/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2019 19:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-to-know-about-a-bulging-disc-in-the-neck/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Preventing falls through free community-based screenings for older adults]]></title><description><![CDATA[Accidental falls are the leading cause of morbidity and mortality among older adults in the United States. While a number of measures can be taken to prevent dangerous and costly spills, a report from the University of Vermont shows that free community-based screenings are effective in influencing older adults to take preventative measures against falls.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/preventing-falls-through-free-community-based-screenings-for-older-adults/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2019 16:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/preventing-falls-through-free-community-based-screenings-for-older-adults/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New video game-led training device helps stroke survivors regain arm mobility]]></title><description><![CDATA[Severely impaired stroke survivors are regaining function in their arms after sometimes decades of immobility, thanks to a new video game-led training device invented by Northwestern Medicine scientists.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-video-game-led-training-device-helps-stroke-survivors-regain-arm-mobility/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2019 07:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/new-video-game-led-training-device-helps-stroke-survivors-regain-arm-mobility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What to know about MCL tears]]></title><description><![CDATA[The medial collateral ligament, or MCL, of the knee can tear due to injury and cause pain. Treatment depends on the severity of the injury. Learn more about MCL tears here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-to-know-about-mcl-tears/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2019 07:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-to-know-about-mcl-tears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dementia caregivers design robots for alleviating stress and increasing joyful moments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Building robots that can help people with dementia has been a longtime goal for roboticists. Yet until now, no one has sought to survey informal caregivers, such as family members, about what characteristics and roles these robots should have.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dementia-caregivers-design-robots-for-alleviating-stress-and-increasing-joyful-moments/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2019 17:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/dementia-caregivers-design-robots-for-alleviating-stress-and-increasing-joyful-moments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US opioid prescriptions drop by a half but it’s not all good news]]></title><description><![CDATA[The number of opioid prescriptions issued each month in the US dropped to less than a half. However, experts remain concerned about the number of high-risk prescriptions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/us-opioid-prescriptions-drop-by-a-half-but-its-not-all-good-news/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Mar 2019 17:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/us-opioid-prescriptions-drop-by-a-half-but-its-not-all-good-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hand pressure points: Everything you need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are several pressure points on the hands that reflexologists believe are linked to other parts of the body. Learn more about them here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hand-pressure-points-everything-you-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2019 22:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/hand-pressure-points-everything-you-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 10 stretches for shoulder tightness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shoulder stretches can relieve tension and tightness in the upper back, neck, and shoulders. In this article, we discuss how to perform 10 shoulder stretches, their benefits, and how to prevent shoulder tightness.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/top-10-stretches-for-shoulder-tightness/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Mar 2019 23:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/top-10-stretches-for-shoulder-tightness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study yields patient-driven recommendations to reduce breast cancer-related financial burden]]></title><description><![CDATA[A qualitative study led by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health yielded nine patient-driven recommendations across circumstances that include changes to insurance, supportive services and financial assistance to reduce long-term, breast cancer-related economic burden.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-yields-patient-driven-recommendations-to-reduce-breast-cancer-related-financial-burden/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Mar 2019 08:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/study-yields-patient-driven-recommendations-to-reduce-breast-cancer-related-financial-burden/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What to know about muscle strain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anyone can get a muscle strain. In this article, we look at how to identify a muscle strain and how to treat it at home. We also discuss when to see a doctor and muscle strain recovery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-to-know-about-muscle-strain/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2019 19:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/what-to-know-about-muscle-strain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mediterranean diet can improve athletes' endurance exercise performance within days]]></title><description><![CDATA[Researchers at Saint Louis University have found that eating a Mediterranean diet can improve athletes' endurance exercise performance after just four days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mediterranean-diet-can-improve-athletes-endurance-exercise-performance-within-days/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2019 14:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/mediterranean-diet-can-improve-athletes-endurance-exercise-performance-within-days/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Age is the strong predictor of regaining independence after surgery for hip fracture]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most middle-aged and older adults recover their ability to live independently within a year after surgery for hip fracture, reports a study in the Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma. The journal is published in the Lippincott portfolio by Wolters Kluwer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/age-is-the-strong-predictor-of-regaining-independence-after-surgery-for-hip-fracture/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 2019 06:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/age-is-the-strong-predictor-of-regaining-independence-after-surgery-for-hip-fracture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Expert review identifies barriers to care for women with endometriosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Women face a multitude of barriers to receiving quality care for endometriosis, a chronic, often painful disease that affects approximately 10% of reproductive-age women, an estimated 200 million women and teens worldwide.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/expert-review-identifies-barriers-to-care-for-women-with-endometriosis/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 2019 06:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/expert-review-identifies-barriers-to-care-for-women-with-endometriosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exploring the factors around experience and management of pain in workplaces]]></title><description><![CDATA[Workers suffering from chronic pain takes an immense toll on both employees and employers. Whether the pain that individuals experience is physical or psychological, constant or intermittent, or caused by work conditions or brought to the job, its effect on their productivity and wellbeing is a huge problem.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/exploring-the-factors-around-experience-and-management-of-pain-in-workplaces/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 2019 22:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/exploring-the-factors-around-experience-and-management-of-pain-in-workplaces/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pulled muscle in chest: Symptoms and treatment]]></title><description><![CDATA[A pulled muscle in the chest can result in mild discomfort or cause severe symptoms. Learn about the causes and treatment of a pulled chest muscle, as well as other possible causes of similar chest pain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pulled-muscle-in-chest-symptoms-and-treatment/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 2019 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/pulled-muscle-in-chest-symptoms-and-treatment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Surgery and other treatments offer viable options for adult scoliosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[For years, spine surgeons have debated the best methods for treating scoliosis in adults. Spinal curvature often results in more back pain, leg pain and other symptoms for adults than teens because adults also can have degeneration in the discs between vertebrae, and spinal stenosis -- a narrowing of the opening for the spinal nerves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/surgery-and-other-treatments-offer-viable-options-for-adult-scoliosis/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2019 05:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/physical_therapy/surgery-and-other-treatments-offer-viable-options-for-adult-scoliosis/</guid></item></channel></rss>