Recent content by CyPhi

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    Meniscus repair

    Freak things can always happen and every activity carries risk. Biggest concern up until the 14 week mark is trying to avoid a loaded rotational moment at the knee (twisting while leg is planted) - really not likely to happen but just limits some exercises you can do in PT. I’ve had one re-tear...
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    Meniscus repair

    Oof. Missed you mentioning it was a radial root. Sorry man. 6 weeks non-weight bearing no exceptions and less aggressive ROM. Meniscus has poor blood supply and perfusion hence the precautions. I’ve seen too many people disregard precautions and ruin the surgery. :-/ stinker is you can’t really...
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    Meniscus repair

    Hey there. Friendly neighborhood physical therapist here. I work in outpatient orthopedics and sports rehab and see a BUNCH of meniscus repairs. Sounds like not doing a meniscectomy so recovery will very based on the nature of the tear - peripheral/vertical vs. radial root. Different docs have...
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    Chiropractor Questions. MY BACK HURTS!

    Just your friendly neighborhood physical therapist here. Don't feel comfortable giving medical advice without a full physical exam, but get an appointment with a PT if you can. Iowa is a direct access state, meaning no doctor's referral is required. Obviously check with the clinic first as some...
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    [Commitment Watch] ‘22 In-State LB Will McLaughlin

    Random fun fact, but I was in 4-H with Will McLaughlin and his siblings (I was a lot older than them at the time). Older brother went to Iowa State and family is pretty pro-Cyclones. It'd be great to see him join the team.
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    Unpaid Internship Debate

    Speaking from the health-care side and current doctor of physical therapy student - in my opinion, it is bananas that health care clinicals are not paid at least minimum wage. We've had multiple 12-week rotations, carried a full caseload (10-15 patients per day), and are utilized as a free...
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    Poll: How Many Times Have You Been Tested For COVID?

    More than 15. I work as a PT in a skilled nursing facility where we're tested 3x a week (2 rapids and 1 lab test). Had an outbreak impacting 1/6 residents back in late November. It's been rough.
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    Youth knee issue

    It may be worth considering have your child go see a physical therapist. Iowa is direct access so no doctor's referral is needed. With no radiographic evidence of an issue, it sounds biomechanical/musculoskeletal in nature which is where a PTs expertise area lies. Without getting more history...
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    College GameDay Signs & Ideas

    Brought this to the game last year. Will do it again. God, I hate this kid.