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Utilizing Nutrition as Part of Patient Care & Recovery

Free tips to helping your patients safely use fasting methods in nutrition plans

Cindi Lockhart, RDN, LD, IFNCP

Nutrition is a vital tool in the recovery process as well as a significant factor in quality of life. Cindi Lockhart, RDN, LD, IFNCP, provides you with tips on how to safely and optimally fast.

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6 Simple Rules to Live By for Brain-Gut Connection

Fight systemic inflammation with these simple rules from Dr. Kristina Campione

Kristina Campione, DC, MS

Dr. Kristina Campione, DC, MS, shares six simple rules to live by that you can share with your clients to implement an anti-inflamatory diet.

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Dual Task Training in Stroke Rehabilitation

Video demonstration from Mike Studer, PT, MHS, NCS, CEEAA, CWT, CSST, FAPTA

Mike Studer, PT, MHS, NCS, CEEAA, CWT, CSST, FAPTA

Unfulfilled rehabilitation potential is one of the greatest losses a stroke patient may face. Learn from Mike Studer, PT, MHS, NCS, CEEAA, CWT, CSST, FAPTA, the importance of dual task training in moving your stroke rehab forward!

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An Evidence-Based Toolkit for Helping COVID-19 Long Haulers

Expert advice for rehab professionals

Karen Pryor, Ph.D., PT, DPT, Shelly Denes, PT, CFPS, C/NDT

Long COVID-19 impacts nearly every system of the body... But it doesn't have to steal your patients' independence and quality of life! Discover the proven strategies you need to assess and treat COVID Long Haulers.

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Coping with ADHD & Heightened Emotions

Free printable exercise to use with adolescent & adult clients

Melissa Springstead Cahill, Psy.D.

People with ADHD feel both positive and negative emotions more intensely and frequently, and often for longer periods of time. With this exercise, clients can learn to respond to emotions mindfully, allowing them to better handle difficult situations.

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Evaluating Complex Feeding Issues

Downloadable resource with the critical questions you need to ask

Jessica Hunt, OTR/L

After 17 years of treating patients and helping their families, Jessica Hunt, OTR/L, has developed a list of the critical questions you need to ask in order to better understand complex feeding or swallowing issues. Access this free resource and discover the information you need to customize your treatment plan.

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The Minimalist Running Movement: What To Tell Your Patients

Expert guidance on the barefoot running controversy

Jon Mulholland, DC, CCSP, CSCS

Proponents of minimalist running say that running without shoes, or in minimally padded footwear, is safer and more effective, while critics point out that barefoot running often leads to an increase in injuries. But what's the truth? Jon Mulholland, DC, CCSP, CSCS, explains what you need to know.

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Diagnosing Cervicogenic Headache

Free practical & printable tool with the must-have info

Jerry Hesch, DPT, MHS, PT

Patients with neck pain present with a wide range of symptoms, making diagnosis a tricky puzzle to decipher. Get the essential information about one of the most challenging conditions with a free handout from Jerry Hesch, DPT, MHS, PT.

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Diet Wars: Overview of the Paleo Diet

Expert advice from a board-certified integrative and functional nutrition practitioner

Cindi Lockhart, RDN, LD, IFNCP

It’s not just nutritionists who get nutrition questions… In this quick video from Cindi Lockhart, RDN, LD, IFNCP, learn the origins, core foods, and efficacy of the paleo diet - all in under 5 minutes!

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Unlock the Secret to Fall Prevention!

Free resources from an injury prevention expert

Shelly Denes, PT, CFPS, C/NDT

Fall prevention starts with proper screening. Discover the three essential questions to ask your patients, as well as how to take preventative steps to make falls less likely.

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