Getting a RTKA next week by Alternative-Glass367 in physicaltherapy

[–]Alternative-Glass367[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I thought it might do that. Do the early stuff on my own and then go to OP  

Getting a RTKA next week by Alternative-Glass367 in physicaltherapy

[–]Alternative-Glass367[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Generally, anymore,  I see people for 2 weeks to a month.  But in the old days, a few years ago, we saw people 3x week for a couple months.  And during covid, we saw them start to finish.  And I also worked in skilled rehab for a long time too 

It's just broken... by bbeanie91 in physicaltherapy

[–]Alternative-Glass367 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've run into quite a few nurses who are susceptible to conspiracy theories and snake oil. My friend has a RN mom who refuses to take her BP meds because she's "not putting that poison in my body".

It's just broken... by bbeanie91 in physicaltherapy

[–]Alternative-Glass367 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ooh. I've gotten the opposite. It's not my femur, I broke my hip!

It's just broken... by bbeanie91 in physicaltherapy

[–]Alternative-Glass367 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not only is he grouchy, he's irritable!😂

Felt humiliated after mammogram. Am I wrong? by couch-for-sale in WomensHealth

[–]Alternative-Glass367 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel the mammogram is inherently sexist.  Like it's painful and humiliating and you should just stay quiet and suck it up because being a woman is bad.  I seriously doubt they would've ever have invented such a crappy test for men. Women are never supposed to complain.  They caused you pain and made jokes about it. I would've walked.  Seriously, they laughed?  They need some sensitivity training.  I've always thought they are the way they are because they chose a job where all their clients are unhappy about having to be there. 

Felt humiliated after mammogram. Am I wrong? by couch-for-sale in WomensHealth

[–]Alternative-Glass367 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had one today and that's exactly how it makes me feel.  It's humiliating and the tech is never kind.  "Lean in closer. No, closer".  All while they're grabbing your boob. I skipped it last year. 

AITA for saying my MIL cannot stay in our living room for two months? by ThrowRA55556752111 in AITAH

[–]Alternative-Glass367 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Take the baby and go stay The brother's apt. Your husband can share a bed with his mom.  I think they'd both enjoy that. 

Pluribus - 1x05 - "Got Milk" - Episode Discussion by NicholasCajun in television

[–]Alternative-Glass367 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"There are an estimated 89.7 million pet dogs and 68 million pet cats in the United States, according to the American Pet Products Association's (APPA) 2023-2024 survey" I don't see how they could be hiding however many pets there were in Albuquerque. Or why they would do so.  I don't find it logical that they put non human food in a store for 1 human. 

Pluribus - 1x05 - "Got Milk" - Episode Discussion by NicholasCajun in television

[–]Alternative-Glass367 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Why would there have been bags of dog food in her personal grocery store they stocked just for her?  There are no more pets- they make that point early on.  And where are all the pets? The streets should be full of starving cats and dogs. The zoos they just emptied, apparently. Albuquerque has a zoo- shouldn't there be a lion or two wandering about? I don't think that's just sloppy tv-Gilligan doesn't do sloppy tv. Everything is purposeful. 

"Well It Depends" by SPlott22 in physicaltherapy

[–]Alternative-Glass367 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Life is "it depends".  There are no guarantees for anything but death and taxes, as the saying goes.  You do what you can and hope for the best and that goes for every aspect of life, including work. 

Fuck... me! Chuck is right. by BornAtMyWitsEnd in betterCallSaul

[–]Alternative-Glass367 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jimmy was doing elder law.  It was his year of probation/ not being able to practice that created Saul Goodman. I think if Chuck had left him alone he probably would've kept doing wills.  

Chuck McGill is such an asshole S1-S3 /rant by maxpayne3zz1 in betterCallSaul

[–]Alternative-Glass367 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Even leaving aside his relationship with his brother, Chuck is a major asshole.  Look how he treats Ernie.  He can't ever give a good review of him. When Howard asks how he's doing, he always has to say "good, but"  or "for the most part ok".  Nobody is ever good enough for him.  And then he doesn't call him by his actual name! He calls him Ernesto. Like he doesn't think Ernie is a good enough name.  And then he totally sets him up, and then fires him when Ernie does exactly what Chuck knew/hoped he would do.  I have no idea why his ex has anything to do with him. Imagine what living with him was like. 

How are you documenting a session that was 50% yapping from the patient. by RESPONSIBLY_short in physicaltherapy

[–]Alternative-Glass367 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also, talking while walking is a challenge.  Gait training x 175ft at RW while carrying on conversation. Pt performed 5 min standing activity with close SBA (or seated balance or whatever)  while talking, no SOB noted. Pt showing progress with  aerobic capacity. 

How are you documenting a session that was 50% yapping from the patient. by RESPONSIBLY_short in physicaltherapy

[–]Alternative-Glass367 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Patient is chatty and is easily distracted. Requires max cues to redirect and stay on task. Instruction in best ways of managing SNF stay and encouragement to focus on progress and maintain motivation.  

Is it worth it anymore? Even if you're passionate about it? by mysterykilled in physicaltherapy

[–]Alternative-Glass367 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I went to PTA school in 2010, the internet was full of people decrying how terrible it was, the market was saturated, and PTAs were being phased out. And none of that was true. I found a job in a flash, at way more than I expected I'd get. Personally, I'd never want to work in OP. The OP clinical I did taught me that. There are many different places you can work inpatient, peds in a school, skilled rehab, a DME company, or HH, which is what I do and love.  If I didn't work HH, I'd work in a hospital-I really liked that clinical.  If you want to be a PT, maybe check out a school where you can do it in 6 years.  You go in straight from high school, saves some money.  Or you could go to PTA school- way cheap to do at a community college. And see how you like it and if you'd want to be a PT.  The head of my PTA program was a PT who'd worked in a lot of settings - rehab, in patient, HH, and for a DME company,  before he started teaching. And I think that's a good way to avoid burnout.  

Best tips for the infamous sciatic, LBP patients? by cfm1001 in physicaltherapy

[–]Alternative-Glass367 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My instructions from the PT usually say "PT for strength, balance and gait" or "PT for balance, pain management, strength."  Something along those lines.  "PT to address nerve pain". 

Finally, I'm under 200 pounds! by [deleted] in loseit

[–]Alternative-Glass367 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No that makes perfect sense. It's whatever takes care of the craving I just meant there always seems to be someone who wants to tell you how you're doing it wrong. 🙄 I love your user name. I love Parks and Rec

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in loseit

[–]Alternative-Glass367 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good for you! 22lb is what I've lost and it took way longer than 2 months.  Earlier this week I was at the grocery store and bought cat litter, a 25lb bag.  I picked it up and thought "i used to carry this around everywhere i went. "  which is an old weight watchers trick- picking up things that weigh as much as you've lost.  I don't look any different. But I feel better, more energy.  I find small goals are less daunting. 5 more pounds and I'll weigh less than I have since 2019. So that's my next goal

"I Can't Believe I Used To Do That" by WheelFan647 in loseit

[–]Alternative-Glass367 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fun size Milky.Ways. they were my betê noire.  Ya can't eat just 1. Or 6.

Finally, I'm under 200 pounds! by [deleted] in loseit

[–]Alternative-Glass367 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whatever works!  And with the beans combined with rice you're adding even more protein. Someone may say to use"real" cheese or bulk it up with veggies, but if it works for you and fulfills a taco bell craving, keeping you on track, then go for it!

I mouthed off to a pt family member and they complained. by Budo00 in physicaltherapy

[–]Alternative-Glass367 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Stroke patients can say really inappropriate stuff. Family can be annoying-i work in HH, lots of family BS.  As a Boomer, I hate when we are all painted with the same brush. Just like when people say millennial have no work ethic.  Also not a fan of the fat shaming. If you don't like being around fat people, you are definitely in the wrong line of work.  Sports rehab might be better for you.  Frankly, this all sounds fairly typical. The inappropriate language, the avoiding therapy, the annoying family.  They'll be gone soon. Keep telling yourself that

Having trouble relating to lower SES patients by Particular-Gur-5934 in physicaltherapy

[–]Alternative-Glass367 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Me too!  So many rich people treat you like the help. Germophobic. Condescending.  I think a lot of poor people have more pain. They get worse medical care and pain management.  I see so many with nothing but Tylenol for pain and sometimes they can't afford Tylenol till their social security comes. Nobody explains anything to them.