Bethany Hightower

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

@NAUPT582 "The relative effectiveness of various dosages of eccentric exercises for AT is still unclear" #PT582 #MF https://t.co/b0KvmLgmWS

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

"Current data support the use of eccentric strengthening, sclerotherapy, and nitric oxide patches" #MF #PT582 https://t.co/EHWD80wyTW

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

PA can help prevent chronic pain. fatigue, & osteoporosis in CP pts. As PTs, we should address this. #CC #PT582 https://t.co/YETBwzSitD

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

Predictors of exercise adherence allows healthcare providers 2 change patterns of PA in sedentary elderly #MD #PT582 https://t.co/vFQQDr8vxw

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

Exercise improves fitness, physical and cognitive function, and positive behavior in pts with dementia. #DG #PT582 https://t.co/9Ed8on9mrr

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

@DKaushagen But how does this relate to treating patients suffering from chronic pain? #PT582

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

@darandall1 How do we convince our chronic pain pts that movement is best? Most of them aren't going to want to move due to fear. #PT582

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

@steveshatz24 I don't believe we are but it's a good reference point in order to help educate us on what depression may look like #SS #PT582

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

A screening tool has been developed to assess for addiction in chronic pain pts. PTs can use this tool. https://t.co/HivzkM4qGE #JR #PT582

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

The DSM-5 is used to help diagnose mental disorders and was published by the American Psychiatric Association. #SS #PT582

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

@tina_stough Good point! If the exercises are too challenging or take too long our pts won't do then. #PT582

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

The classes at Carter have been crucial for these pts and doing similar things when we graduate will greatly help PD pts QOL. #PT582 #CS

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

Carter offers 5 classes/wk for PD. Helping out w/ the PWR flow class improves function & motivation due to fun, friendly environ. #PT582 #HC

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

Number of steps needed for neuroplasticity changes and ambulatory function has not been studied. https://t.co/3Ule7h5xcQ #PT582 #AE

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

@daniellegoettl1 Progression with hippotherapy pts can be approaching the horse, petting it, getting on it, then riding it. #PT582

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

Physiological factors lead 2 persistent pain&disability in LBP pts.Pt education is crucial for these pts #MB #PT582 https://t.co/a2M6zMvVqU

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

Similar to hippotherapy, pts are initially fearful. However education and gradual introduction helps decrease pt fears. #MM #PT582

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

We can make the correct decision based on our clinical decision making skills & collaboration w/ the pt as well as the physician. #PT582 #KM

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

Explaining the benefits of manipulation in a way the patient understands will improve patient adherence to treatment. #PT582 #AW

[Bethany Hightower @B_Hightower9]

Research shows that we can be less conservative in our approach @ times.However our doubts, pt fears & tolerance can affect this. #PT582 #AF