Injury Spotlight: Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
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Tarsal tunnel syndrome is a condition in which the tibial nerve is compressed as it travels through the tarsal tunnel (along the inner leg behind the medial malleolus).
Read MoreFree Online Courses for Massage Therapists
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One common thing that I hear from massage therapists, is that they want to update their knowledge but taking time off work and traveling to a course can be expensive. There are a selection of online courses from Ed-X & Coursera that can help massage therapists develop theoretical and practical business skills.
Read MoreWhen to trust (and not to trust) peer reviewed science
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"The words “published in a peer reviewed journal” are sometimes considered as the gold standard in science. But any professional scientist will tell you that the fact an article has undergone peer review is a long way from an ironclad guarantee of quality."
Read MoreCertificate of Online & Open Learning
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You may have seen posts about #COOL18 and wondered what this odd hashtag meant. #COOL18 is used on social media by educators who are working on a Certificate of Online & Open Learning (COOL).
Read MoreWhat should my heart rate be and what affects it?
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"Myriad factors affect our heart rate, including our age, medical conditions, medications, diet, and fitness level. Today, we’re even more aware of our heart rate, thanks to devices such as smartwatches that can measure every beat during rest and exercise. So, what is normal?"
Read MorePhysical therapy could lower need for opioids
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"Physical therapists help people walk again after a stroke and recover after injury or surgery, but did you know they also prevent exposure to opioids? This is timely, given we are in a public health emergency related to an opioid crisis."
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