TimFahrnerSPT

[TimFahrnerSPT @TimFahrnerSPT]

@apricespt2020 @DPTPathophy2018 Good article! Generating better core stability with breathing exercises can improve lung function and gas exchange. This may even help prevent falls of respiratory patients; their lack of ambulating endurance may be counteracted by increasing core strength

[TimFahrnerSPT @TimFahrnerSPT]

This article demonstrates the key role PT's have in respiratory health. What interventions can PT's use to improve the quality of life of respiratory patients? #pathnews #group7 @DPTPathophy2018 https://t.co/44yY8IZ7Ld

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Respiratory patients suffer from chronic fatigue due to lack of O2. Energy conservation techniques may help improve quality of life by reducing unnecessary exertion and preventing accumulation of PCO2 https://t.co/jWKwX337I2

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@amrsalehSPT @DPTPathophy2018 here is a good website for wound care treatment and SCI patients
https://t.co/5StZHD0Wvj

[TimFahrnerSPT @TimFahrnerSPT]

@amrsalehSPT @DPTPathophy2018 Pressure sores may develop in patients with SCI due to loss of sensation below level of injury. PT's can utilize proper wound care to effectively treat wounds by preventing chronic inflammation from damaging surrounding tissue, ensuring proper proliferation and epithelialization

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@DavisTuckerSPT @DPTPathophy2018 @NbaileySPT @kerseySPT @carmen_reichle Here is a website for some brief guidelines of low load cardio and water based activity https://t.co/jAcJfHZTzX

[TimFahrnerSPT @TimFahrnerSPT]

@DavisTuckerSPT @DPTPathophy2018 @NbaileySPT @kerseySPT @carmen_reichle Low load cardio and water based exercise is a staple for people with OA. Reduced weight bearing and increased muscular forces on the joint may help prevent further development of osteophytes while providing nutrients to the joint and remaining articular cartilage.

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@KPelfrey_SPT @DPTPathophy2018 Here is a great website that goes into detail on the stages of respiration for ALS patients https://t.co/dRzmcVfseM

[TimFahrnerSPT @TimFahrnerSPT]

@KPelfrey_SPT @DPTPathophy2018 Breathing exercise is a huge priority for ALS patients, as noted in the article. If we can encourage proper breathing techniques early, we can increase stimulation of neural pathways to the diaphragm and other accessory breathing muscles and possibly motor neuron death

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@TaylanJadeSPT A link to the website providing details
https://t.co/MiLuq08FYg

[TimFahrnerSPT @TimFahrnerSPT]

@TaylanJadeSPT Aquatic therapy is something we can look at to enhance QOL for these patients. Public pools may not be accessible to them, and adding activities in water provides enough resistance to see benefits in muscles and bones. It can be made fun and effective!

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@HunterGrubbs5 @DPTPathophy2018 A link to the website https://t.co/nmOqQstitd
It is very insightful, providing more information than just raw numbers

[TimFahrnerSPT @TimFahrnerSPT]

@HunterGrubbs5 @DPTPathophy2018 Quality of life is the most important section with advanced cancer, in my opinion. This website shares experiences from different PT's working with end of life cancer pt's. Understanding that the Pt. should control their goal can help increase that quality.

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@EmillerWSSU @DPTPathophy2018 https://t.co/60XzEfqqrQ
This article pertains more toward mental health professionals, but is very applicable to our field.

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@EmillerWSSU @DPTPathophy2018 I think building rapport with your patient can be overlooked. Providing genuine empathy and encouragement can go a long way with not only your goal in PT, but with depression. Active listening may stave off depression, which may be linked to Alzheimer's.

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@DPTPathophy2018 https://t.co/stDqf0CBX0
sorry i didnt add the website earlier!

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@DPTPathophy2018 The PD Clinic and Research Center focuses on the increased neurotransmitter activity with aerobic exercise. Maybe the dopamine release and neurotransmitter activity during vigorous exercise is enough stall PD progression. But how long can they sustain that level of activity for?