Top contributors for October: Simisola Ajeyalemi Please join me in appreciating the efforts of Simisola Ajeyalemi, also known as Simmy, who is part of our content team. Simmy is a long time volunteer for Physiopedia and is always available to lend a hand. She makes a committed contribution to Physiopedia content and is an excellent mentor for new volunteers as…
“Be thankful today and think about how rich you are. Your family is priceless. Your health is wealth. Your time is gold. "~ Unknown The other day I read a science fiction story by Ray Bradbury called "The Pedestrian". It's about Leopard Mead, a television-centric citizen who likes to go for a walk at night. The routine finally brings him…
“Recovery from PTSD is fragile and strong at the same time. It's a wonderful mixture to be constantly dismantled and put together. I am a painting that is almost finished, beautiful but not quite complete. "~ Kate J. Tate I have never considered myself a trauma survivor. I didn't think I'd have something as severe as PTSD. I have reserved…
"If we are too involved in the hustle and bustle of the world, we lose touch with one another – and with ourselves." ~ Jack Kornfield The quality of our relationships has a massive influence on our happiness and well-being. Maintaining our relationships takes time, attention and effort. But it is all too easy to get distracted and complacent and…
There is a certain security gap associated with telling us something about yourself. I don't mean to brag about your accomplishments or to list your accomplishments. And I don't mean to touch so long that all eyes glaze over. I am talking about those stories from your childhood that give us a better understanding of who you are today. The…
Since you are a little Buddha reader, I know that you are someone who understands the importance of cultivating wisdom and compassion. And I can imagine that you would also be interested in learning how you can help create a more peaceful world with less suffering for all. The Dalai Lama has spent his life guiding others like a beacon…
“We can say what we have to say. We can speak our minds gently but confidently. We don't have to be judgmental, tactless, accusatory, or cruel when we express our thoughts. "~ Melody Beattie When I first learned something about the concept of borders, I imagined how liberating it would feel to finally be able to say an empowered “no”…
Since the onset of COVID-19, I've found through working with clients on telemedicine that people's trust in social media as a means of connecting with others has increased. While this engagement can be useful and necessary during the pandemic, it does not provide an opportunity for us to connect on a more meaningful level. Even more worrying is how this…
The international framework for the examination of the neck region for possible vascular pathologies of the neck before manual therapy has been updated. We have summarized the most important clinical take-homes for you. The framework is intended to provide guidelines for the assessment of the C-spine for possible vascular pathologies of the neck prior to the planned mobilization, manipulation and…
Understanding that your role is more important than your job title is a surefire way to make career decisions. Job titles often have a tribal aspect that entails unofficial hierarchies and unnecessary conflicts between clinicians. It can create confusion for people choosing a career path, but also for patients. How can clinicians decide what a job title means in their…