Owning and operating a profitable physical therapy practice requires a lot of planning and forethought, as well as creativity, when it comes to embracing newer technologies. While incorporating a therapy pool into an already-busy clinic can initially seem like a daunting addition, it can be incredibly beneficial in providing a steady return on investment if implemented properly. The key is putting enough time into determining how to use the latest aquatic therapy treatment options to your advantage.
Physical therapists who want to add aquatic therapy to their offerings can follow the tried-and-true path well-cleared by some of their colleagues. Here's what we've learned through our experiences of utilizing a specialized therapy pool over the past several years. (More)
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The Latest Physical Therapy Tools: Angry Birds Game and Chocolate!
The amount of robots able to play video games is on the rise. In addition to Clash of Clans and Threes, some robots are now able to play Angry Birds. However, there's another use for robots playing video games than just obtaining high scores. To help children with regaining muscle movement and rehabilitation, researchers at Georgia Tech have taught the DARwIn-OP humanoid robot how to play Angry Birds. (More)