by Summit | Apr 17, 2025 | All Blogs, Non-CE Courses, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Professional Development
Written by the Summit Professional Education Team, experts in continuing education for healthcare and allied professionals In an era defined by rising healthcare costs, insurance restrictions, and growing patient dissatisfaction, the question of how to manage pain...
by Summit | Apr 14, 2025 | All Blogs, Non-CE Courses, Occupational Therapy, Pediatrics, Physical Therapy, Professional Development
Written by the Paula Simpson OTR/L, MHA, ASDCS In a world that often prioritizes structure, speed, and measurable outcomes, we sometimes forget the power of sensory experiences, imaginative play, and unfiltered creativity. These elements are often seen as simple...
by Summit | Nov 18, 2024 | All Blogs, Body Regions, Geriatrics, Occupational Therapy, Orthopedics, Physical Therapy
Written By: Lynda Jennings, OTR, RAC-CT, CDP Aging In Place Is Not For The Faint Of Heart For older adults wishing to remain in their own homes, evaluating factors that contribute to a safe and comfortable living environment is crucial. According to the U.S. Census...
by Summit | Nov 4, 2024 | All Blogs, Body Regions, Occupational Therapy, Orthopedics, Physical Therapy
Written By: Vern Swanson, DPT, PT, Ph.D., NCS Tackling Phantom Limb Pain: Eight Strategies Worth Considering Phantom limb pain (PLP) can be a perplexing and frustrating experience for those who have lost a limb. It often feels like a cruel joke played by the nervous...
by Summit | Oct 14, 2024 | All Blogs, Geriatrics, Neurology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy
Written By: Catherine Valentino OTD, MAAL, MHSc, BS, OTR/L FMT October is Lewy Body Dementia Awareness Month. As with every individual battling dementia, it is a deeply personal journey that impacts our patients, their families, and us as therapists. The Lewy Body...
by Summit | Oct 7, 2024 | All Blogs, Body Regions, Occupational Therapy, Orthopedics, Physical Therapy
Written By: Anju Dheer, PT, DPT, OCS, MTC As a new graduate, the diagnosis of spondylolisthesis in my patients filled me with anxiety. It wasn’t extensively covered in school, with professors often dismissing it as an uncommon diagnosis—just something to be...
