physical therapy

February 12, 2018

‘Smart cane’ could one day help flag gait problems, falling risks more quickly

Falling is no joke when you’re a senior citizen or have other balance issues. Vanderbilt engineers are working on a ‘smart cane’ that could help physical therapists spot and treat problems sooner.

By VUMC News and Communications

January 7, 2016

Over-the-phone physical therapy initiative helps ease spine patients’ pain

Spine surgery patients at risk for poor recovery can benefit from cognitive-behavioral based physical therapy, according to a Vanderbilt University Medical Center study.

By Tom Wilemon

October 15, 2015

New Physical Therapy residency programs debut

Vanderbilt University Medical Center has launched specialized Physical Therapy (PT) residency programs in Orthopaedics (Sports) and Pediatrics in addition to an existing Neurological program, making Vanderbilt one of a handful of hospital systems in the country to offer three or more physical therapy residencies.

By Matt Batcheldor

November 13, 2014

Physical therapy helps ease vocal muscle imbalances

For singers who suddenly can’t hit their high notes or call center workers who develop pain while speaking, physical therapy may offer new treatment solutions.

By VUMC News and Communications

August 15, 2013

Neurological Physical Therapy Residency gains accreditation

Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson’s Pi Beta Phi Rehabilitation Institute (PBPRI) and Belmont University’s School of Physical Therapy are receiving accreditation from the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) for their collaborative Neurological Physical Therapy Clinical Residency instituted last year.

By Craig Boerner

November 1, 2012

Wearable robot helps man walk again

By VUMC News and Communications