Therapeutic Resources Blog
Apathy could signal brain shrinkage in old age
May 8, 2014
A new study suggests that as people age, they should be aware of symptoms of apathy, which may indicate a decrease in brain volume and possible brain disease. Read More »
Are we ready for a prenatal screening test for autism?
May 6, 2014
A blood test for diagnosing autism is becoming a realistic possibility, but the ethical implications are profound. Read More »
Law clears way for regulation of dry needling in physical therapy in Arizona
May 5, 2014
A new law clears the way for dry needling, the use of thin needles to stimulate tight muscles, to be regulated as part of accepted physical therapy practice in Arizona. Read More »
Helmets Do Little to Help Moderate Infant Skull Flattening, Study Finds
May 2, 2014
Pediatricians have long urged parents to put newborns to sleep on their backs to help prevent sudden infant death syndrome. While the practice undoubtedly has saved lives, it also has increased the numbers of babies with flattened skulls. Read More »