neurological disorders

Starting Salary for a Physical Therapist Assistant in New Jersey?

Question by : Starting Salary for a Physical Therapist Assistant in New Jersey? What is the Starting Salary for a Physical Therapist Assistant in New Jersey? I am thinking about becoming a Physical Therapist Assistant after high school, and was wondering if it was worth it. So far the job description seems like a good fit for me, as I like to workout meaning I’m in shape and love the gym, and and love helping others as well, just want to know if you can live decent with the salary. I was also thinking that after getting a degree and being certified, i would become certified as a massage therapist as well, to be able to massage patients that need it. Also I heard it is possible you earn more as a physical therapist assistant if you know how to give massages. Read more... ...

Are There Any Good Online Occupational Therapy Schools?

Question by Steven E: Are there any good online Occupational Therapy schools? I am a junior exercise science major at a highly accredited undergraduate school, and I am starting to look for graduate schools. I want to be an occupational therapist, so, naturally, I am looking for a good OT school. At the moment, I am hoping to find an online school I can take classes at to earn my masters. Does anybody have any references or ideas for online Occupational Therapy masters? I hear it doesn’t matter as much as to where you got your masters, as long as you become board certified, so I don’t care as much as to where. I just know I want to take my classes online. Read more... ...

Lower Back Pain: Causes, Relief and Treatment

...  Back Pain: Causes, Relief and Treatment … whack so easily: It supports most of the body's weight. People who are between ages 30 to 50 tend to be likelier to suffer from back pain, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, possibly because they spend large … Read more on LiveScience.com Forensic examination of the new GP contract Recently, the Irish Pharmacy Union has jumped on this bandwagon and has developed a very successful public relations exercise to promote an enhanced role for its members in the provision of healthcare, which has not been exposed to any critical … Read more on Irish Medical Times Read ...

Christian Colleges That Offer Occupational Therapy?

Question by Holly: christian colleges that offer Occupational Therapy? As I did some research for Occupational Therapy at a Christian college, I only found pre-occupational therapy. Are there any schools that just offer the Occupational Therapy five year plan? Also, for the pre-occupational therapy does that mean I would have my B.A in it and then switch to a graduate school? Best answer: Answer by MaryI am not sure of the answer but the list of all OT schools are listed at the professional organization of OT www.aota.org I am a PT Read more... ...

Stroke Assistive Devices: Arthritis Pain Relief Devices That Have a Multi Assistive Nature

As we keep on growing our bodies keep on degrading. It is of course possible for us to get a facial and keep our skin long-lasting but it is not possible with our other body parts. Few things that people fear in the old age include the pain of gout. As our age increases the urea in our body gets assembles in the place between our joints and the fluid of the bones that acts like lubricants decreases. This loss of lubricant causes pain in the joints which is called as Arthritis. Arthritis pain relief is one of the main challenges that are faced by the people suffering with this condition. Many people search for Arthritis pain relief devices so that they can get relief from the severe pain of arthritis. Read more... ...

Which Is a Better Career?

Question by Blank: Which is a better career? Physical Therapy Assistant or Personal Trainer? I’d like to keep my schooling 4 years or less Best answer: Answer by MaryYou can really do both. You do not need a degree for a personal training. You just take a course at your gym. PTA is a 2 year degree. The best source of information is www.apta.org Good luck I am a PT Read more... ...

Occupational Therapy Assistant?

Question by Ashley J: Occupational Therapy Assistant? So IM thinkinq about doing OTA. this is my freshman year in college second sememster. Ive been taking my prereqs to become a Rn But My heart has always been In occupational therapy.i love the field..Ive heard bad things about it and positive things. I stay in Arkansas. Its a very small town. So I really dont know how good the pay is but it is what i want to do. So if anybody knows anybody in this field or have experience in this field would you please give me some info about it? do you love your job, good pay, rewarding career?? thank you! Read more... ...