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How can a massage therapist help with persistent post-concussive symptoms?
Registered massage therapists (RMTs) trained in concussion management are often an important component of a person’s rehabilitation from persistent post-concussive symptoms. We are perfectly positioned as part of allied healthcare to be able to make a meaningful difference in people’s experience with persistent post-concussive symptoms.
July in Review
Hi All,
Here are some interesting articles and podcast episodes from the month gone by.
Enjoy!
A Referral Guide: Utilizing the Cranial Nerve Exam within the Context of Concussion Injury
A Cranial Nerve (CN) exam can be clinically valuable when assessing a concussion injury. This referral guide is intended to help practitioners make an appropriate and timely referral when combining a CN exam along with their assessment and client intake.
Communication and Support Systems for those that have Suffered Traumatic Brain Injury
When I first began my educational journey in the world of concussion, a consistent message that was taught was the importance of careful communication. A common message was that people needed to be educated on what happens in a concussion, in order to effectively recover from their injury. This included telling them that a concussion is a brain injury, along with an often lengthly physiological explanation in an attempt to contextualize their symptoms.
June in Review
Hi All,
Here are some interesting articles and podcast episodes from the month gone by.
Enjoy!
Are Your Biases Keeping You Small?
Have you ever been in a situation where you finally get the thing you’ve been asking for, and suddenly you’re filled with dread? I had spent so much time laser-focused on getting the job that I didn’t think of how I’d feel once I actually got it.
May in Review
Hi All,
Here are some interesting articles and podcast episodes from the month gone by.
Enjoy!
You’re Doing Your Best
Life can be hard sometimes. Everyone is going through something. I know at times I am quick to jump to conclusions, make decisions, and judge people without really knowing the full story. Compassion is a difficult skill to learn.
April in Review
Hi All,
Here are some interesting articles and podcast episodes from the month gone by.
Enjoy!
Five OSCE Prep Recommendations
The Objectively-Structured Clinical Exam (OSCE) is an overwhelming experience for many up-and-coming massage therapists. The recommendations here are meant to help candidates adequately prepare and study for the often-daunting board exam. As long as the strategies outlined here are practiced consistently, you should enter your exams feeling prepared and confident.
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