What every physical therapy practice’s team should know about CPT modifier 59

Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes are a set of codes that are used to classify the type of service or procedure performed. They were created by the American Medical Association...

How do you know if you have knee scar tissue and what can you do about it?

Scar tissue is your body’s natural response to trauma, and it gradually forms after the healing of a wound. However, built-up scar tissue can significantly impact your daily life and...

what DPT means

What every patient needs to know about DPTs (including what DPT means)

Did you notice that some physical therapists have the letters DPT at the end of their name? What does that mean, anyway?  DPT stands for Doctor of Physical Therapy, an...

What is the most important KPI for physical therapy clinics?

A key performance indicator (KPI) is a means of measuring the success or overall performance of a business, its employees, or how goals are being achieved within the company. Key...

3 thoughtful gifts to buy the physical therapists who work in your clinic

Gift-giving can be a great way to boost morale around the office and create a sense of comradery, which can ultimately make the work atmosphere around your clinic more enjoyable....

3 physical therapy practice management tips to help you run a more efficient business

Running a physical therapy practice is no small feat. It requires attention on many fronts, and if you don’t know which areas to streamline, your business could suffer. That’s why...

What’s the best way to handle patient cancellations as a physical therapist?

You’ve recently logged a patient into your system for an appointment at your clinic. Then, you get a call from that patient a few days later and they ask if...

What to do when an old ankle injury flares up

Nearly 2 million people in the U.S. experience ankle injuries each year. They can occur for a variety of reasons including intense physical activity like sports games or even just...

Why can’t I put weight on my leg without pain? Here are 5 possible explanations

If you can’t put weight on your leg without severe pain, something’s likely wrong in your knee. In this article, we’ll describe a few possible culprits for your leg pain,...