Kristin Smith

[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

@AndrewPhilatre nice comments! perfect, indeed
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[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

@iancahir yes to all those managements! I would also add #selfcare #learntopaceyourself #makeefficientbreaks #havefrequentsnacks #pt676

[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

@Scscarbo @KStuart_14 I always follow up a direct quote of the patient with a synthesis of how I interpret their feelings / progress. #pt676

[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

@KristinCunnin @KStuart_14 Getting feedback from the patients, esp with manual techniques, has been a great resource for learning! #pt676

[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

@asmigliani217 Exam routine: absolutely critical to success! Definitely made it easier for me #planahead #practicemakesperfect #pt676

[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

@taylorladams1 Skipping: I love it! Great to make something "fun" also "functional". Recognize patterns, make fun therapeutic! #pt676

[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

@mebradley92 The moment of silence is so important! Better to take a moment to integrate than rush on to the next thing. #pt676

[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

@iancahir Yes! Functional assessments are key to structuring plan of care. #makeitrelevant #pt676

[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

@RachK_M @lnburns1014 Concise yet specific was also a challenge for me! I feel I am better since starting but still can improve! #pt676

[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

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[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

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[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

@jlevine4 @IHP_PTClinEd Good point, jay. Nice to see everyone's ideas but a little hard to keep track of each of the threads. #pt676

[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

@KossakSasha I try to encourage the patient to focus on what they can do in this moment. and then try to make them laugh! #pt676

[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

@coconnor910 nice point! very good idea to try to have pt actively describe rather than passively receive info
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[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

I also continue to remind myself about checking in with pt goals as treatment progresses. pt may lose commitment if PT loses sight! #pt676

[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

@iancahir @nicolemcelhinne another option for multi-tasking with pt ed is during ice at the end of session or heat in the beginning! #pt676

[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

@Msmith_sPT that is such a good idea! I am always asking pts to describe the "pain" but sometimes they really struggle for words. #pt676

[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

Craig, I always like to review the HEP during the first follow up appointment. A great way to test retention and comprehension!
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[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

@margaret_alice_ that is a great idea! I have also been using the "what questions do you have for me?" strategy. go clin ed!
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[Kristin Smith @krimsmit]

Even though I have practiced using "patient friendly language" I still catch myself using technical terminology. always simplify! #pt676