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Diagnostic imaging pros & cons – be careful what you ask for
There are many reasons to request a diagnostic image such as a radiograph (X-ray), MRI, sonogram (ultrasound), and CT scan. They are to diagnosis a pathology/trauma; determine treatment options; screen…
Read MoreNew developments in joint replacement surgery & rehabilitation
The use of joint replacement surgery for hip and knee pain has evolved greatly since I started my Physical Therapy career many years ago. Joint replacement is occurring in younger…
Read MoreWhat do you do when Dr. Google isn’t cutting it?
Searching for information online for personal health and medical issues has become commonplace. Estimates are more than 1/3 of persons in the U.S. use the internet for information on their…
Read MoreAs a patient, how do I get my healthcare provider more engaged in my care plan?
The goal of any relationship between a healthcare provider and patient is that both parties feel they are invested in favorable health outcomes. How they get there is the question.…
Read MoreHealthcare Whisperer versus Con Artist
The popular idiom of a “whisperer” is used to describe an individual who has special skills to interact with humans or animals to alter behavior and achieve outcomes that others…
Read MoreOrthopedic post-surgical protocols & Physical Therapy
If you have the misfortune of needing to have an elective orthopedic surgery, you will likely be referred to Physical Therapy following the surgery. You will likely follow a post…
Read MoreSecond Opinion Physical Therapist
Getting and providing second opinions regarding medical care is a common practice. Getting and providing second opinions from a physical therapist is a less common practice, but why? Decisions regarding…
Read MoreConflict Between Evidence Based Medicine – Patient Centered Based Medicine Why it is important
Evidence based medicine is the integration of best research evidence, with clinical expertise, and patient values. Evidence based medicine, a process of turning clinical problems into questions and then systematically…
Read MoreFrequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions Do you take insurance? Damien Howell Physical Therapy does not take health insurance payments. The practice is a cash based Physical Therapy practice. The services are considered…
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