Two AMAZING things are happening at this moment: 1) This is officially my first blog as a Licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy (!) 2) I am blogging from 10,000 feet in the air [which is about 19 miles (which only 43 miles from space)….future = now] This past weekend I traveled to Seattle, WA to teach an … Continue reading
Cancer is one of the world’s leading causes of death and morbidity, The American Cancer society reports that more than 36 million people worldwide die of non-communicable diseases every year, with nearly 8 million of them from cancer. We often attribute the prevalence of this disease as a product of modern living, a combination of … Continue reading
Before I get to today’s blog, I just wanted to say how excited and honored I am to be nominated for best student physical therapy blog on Therapydia! How cool is this? I found out yesterday from a fellow PT all the way in California who tweeted at me when she saw my blog for … Continue reading
The human heart is an incredible organ. The average human heart beats about 72 times a minute, approximately 2.5 BILLION times in an average 66 year lifespan, and pumps approximately 4.7 – 5.7 liters of blood per minute. Ready to rock out to Nick, Howie-D, and the Boys? Turn it up, you know you want … Continue reading
Did you know in the nervous system there are different kinds of neurons that carry impulses through you body? Let’s break it down to just the two main kinds: Efferent – or MOTOR neurons that carry impulses away from the central nervous system (CNS) to effecters such as muscles or glands. Afferent – or SENSORY … Continue reading
Quick! Can you name the muscles that depress the scapula?! Thats right and how about for scapular elevation? Motion of the scapula (shoulder blade) is so important for functional use of the arm which is why these guys are so important. Indeed without proper motion of your scapula you wouldn’t be able to lift up … Continue reading
A Cup A Day 