Erin Wuerz, PT, MPT on LinkedIn: Congratulations to UT Southwestern Rehabilitation ranked #15 out of 4855… (2024)

Minimally Invasive Surgical therapies(MIST) in BPH 👨⚕️ There is a widespread discussion focusing around importance of MIST in Urology 👨💼 BPH-Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia isa condition in men in which the prostate gland is enlarged and not cancerous. Benign prostatic hyperplasia is also called Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy or Benign Prostatic Obstruction(BPO). The prostate goes through two main growth periods as a man ages 👴 For example, as men age, the amount of active testosterone in the blood declines. Estrogen levels stay the same. BPH may occur when these hormone changes trigger prostate cell growth 🤔 Symptoms may include:1. Dribbling at the end of urinating 😵 2. Inability to urinate (urinary retention) 😔 3. Incomplete emptying of your bladder 😷 4. Incontinence 😟 5. Needing to urinate 2 or more times per night 😪 6. Pain with urination or bloody urine (these may indicate infection) 😥 7. Slowed or delayed start of the urinary stream 😥 Treatment goes in several stages with Watchful waiting period 👨🏫 First line of treatment is Medication management 💊 Second line of treatment is MIST- various categories of mist are available in India now. These are FDA approved and are best option for people who don't want to undergo any surgical intervention 🔪 lets talk more about men's health 👨⚕️ #menshealthawareness #bph #prostatehealth #mist #urology

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Rehabilitation helps patients regain lost or impaired physical functions, such as mobility, strength, coordination, and balance.Available at FOCOS Hospital reach us at +233 20 000 0856#Rehabilitation #Physiotherapy #RehabilitationJourney #RecoveryGoals#HealthThroughRehab #EmpoweredByTherapy #WellnessRehabilitation

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Explore a revolutionary approach to healing and rehabilitation in physical medicine. Learn how applying Via Negativa principles can transform patient care and optimize resource allocation. Discover more in our latest blog post! #PhysicalMedicine #Rehabilitation #HealthcareOptimization #FunctionalMovementhttps://lnkd.in/gApjHprB

Average Percentage Improvement at Discharge -Are we settling or is there more to be done?This month we’ve been thinking prospectively; however, we do also meet members of our community who’ve unfortunately already sustained injuries or medical conditions. In this event, how do we best support them? MSK clinical services are most commonly related to patient recovery and rehabilitation from injury. We wanted to look into discharge thresholds in relation to perceived percentage improvement. Here's a look at the average percentage improvement patients experience prior to discharge:-70-80% Improvement in pain and function for patients with chronic lower back pain. (CSP)-60-75% Improvement in mobility and reduction of pain for patients with osteoarthritis after physiotherapy. (NICE Guidelines for OA Management)These statistics highlight the significant impact of clinical MSK services on improving patient outcomes and quality of life. Do we accept 60-80% improvement? Should we stop here and trust that maintenance education is enough to promote wellness with longevity and truly support our clients with deeply expert care? By continuing to support and invest in MSK clinical services, we can ensure better health outcomes and for individuals under our care.Let's champion the importance of effective healthcare journeys!#physiotherapy #msk #tenhealthfitness #buildingfoundations

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Exploring the Impact of Deferred Consent in ICU ResearchDeferred consent facilitates ICU research in situations where patients cannot give consent, and there isn't enough time to obtain approval from surrogates before initiating the study treatment.Insights from the ICONIC study (https://lnkd.in/gZ3fXThk) reveal positive perspectives among participants. Quality of life emerges as a key factor influencing contentment. The full report is published open access in Crit Care Med: https://lnkd.in/dQHmDJiA.Imeen Van Der Wal, Chloe Grim#AmsterdamUMC #ICUResearch #DeferredConsent #ICONIC

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In the realm of scoliosis management, traditional treatment methodologies typically emphasize observation and symptom management rather than curative measures. This conservative approach, while often effective in monitoring condition progression, seldom offers a reduction in the curvature of the spine. With advancements in medical science, however, there are now innovative strategies aimed not just at halting progression but potentially reducing the curvature on a structural level. As healthcare professionals, it's imperative we stay abreast of these developments to offer patients comprehensive care options. #HealthcareInnovation #ScoliosisManagement #SpinalHealth #Physiotherapy #MedicalResearch #PatientCare #HealthcareProfessionals #MedicalAdvancements #PhysicalTherapy #SpineHealth

Experience the game-changing power of #Tirzepatide! 🌟 Hear what Diabetologists are saying: 'Top-notch treatment options' for #Clinics & #Physicians. For Practice Expansion, Save money & Retain Quality & Purity. Explore at www.nomida.biz!

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We need to talk about where we are heading with #Lowvaluecare in medicine... our current path is not leading us anywhere helpful.Unless we clinicians open our eyes, use our judgement and help consumers make better decisions by providing them with more honesty around the risks of interventions, a realistic prognosis & also seek their preferences, we won't be able to deliver the right care for them as individuals or the best value for the community across the system.I was prompted to write this post as just this week, I heard troubling stories from some of the same sites where there are major access blocks to care, of staff sending people along #LVC pathways.....Elderly and highly co-morbid people being presented to preop anaesthetic clinics for elective diagnostic procedures which w/could never improve quantity or quality of life - and at the cost of extremely high procedural risk and displacing another from care ..... Why do we start a process where there is no value from the beginning?I and other senior colleagues are also noting older, multiply co-morbid people slowly approach death in acute care beds with no documented goals of care - or worse - unrealistic "full measures" despite the inevitable outcome being obvious... why do we avert our eyes and fail to meet these situations with care, compassion and honest communication so the person and their family get a chance to a death with dignity?Medical care should not be a smorgasbord, we need to guide judicious use of what is appropriate and likely to help. Doing otherwise does not help the individual in front of us in the moment, nor does it help those waiting for care.And even if you don't care about healthcare resourcing and economics - if you care about greenhouse emissions or the environment, remember that waste in the medical system generates a huge footprint - so whatever your motivation, we should all step up to minimise #LVCEvery clinician can make a difference every day - is this necessary? Will it help the patient more than harm? How will it improve quality or quantity of life?

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GERI's newest Research Brief titled "Translating evidence into practice: A multi-approach methodology for developing a #complexintervention to facilitate #appropriateprescribing" is here!The Brief provides an overview of a GERI study on improving prescribing for #olderadults with #multimorbidity at geriatric medicine outpatient clinics in public acute hospitals in Singapore.By integrating theoretical, evidence-based, and implementation-based approaches, we developed an intervention that enhances physician-pharmacist collaboration and aims to reduce potentially #inappropriateprescribing.For a summary of the #research findings, read the full Brief here: https://lnkd.in/gPpcU_h3#healthcare #interventiondevelopment #polypharmacy #implementationscience #researchimpact

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In my usual clinic, I come across patients asking this one question, "Why am I getting pain in my hand and what can I do for it at home?"👉 Experiencing pain or symptoms in the hands can significantly impact daily living, as our hands are integral to countless activities. Simple tasks like typing and basic self-care can become challenging. 👉 The causes for hand symptoms can be diverse, ranging from overuse to underlying conditions such as arthritis. While mild symptoms may be self- managed through techniques like icing, ergonomic adjustments, it is crucial to recognise when professional medical attention is warranted. 👉 Ignoring persistent or worsening symptoms could lead to complications and further impairment. Additionally, timely intervention not only aids in accurate diagnosis but also ensures appropriate management strategies, which may include Physiotherapy, medications, or surgical option where appropriate.👉 Understanding the balance between self-management and seeking medical help empowers individuals to address hand-related issues effectively and maintain optimal hand function for a better quality of life. #msk #physiotherapy Xcel Health FCP

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