Useful Links . . .
Information Sources:
Organizations:
- Physical Therapy Corner - lots of useful links for information on the physical therapy profession, as well as medical resources.
- PT Central - a comprehensive info source for PTs and patients alike.
- Joint Pain Info - a wellspring of information about ankle, knee and shoulder pain.
- Healthfinder - a very comprehensive consumer health resource developed by the Department of Health and Human Services.
- Low Back Pain - technical discussion of the problem.
- Stretching and Flexibility - A very comprehensive source of information about stretching techniques.
- ExRx.net - exercise information galore.
- Repetitive Strain Injuries - all you ever wanted to know about RSI.
- Dr. Pribut's Running Injuries Page - read this before you attempt a marathon.
- The Hosford Muscle Tables: Skeletal Muscles of the Human Body - very anatomical.
- Preferred Therapy Providers - a network of independent PT practices, including OrthoSport, that contract collectively with insurers.
- American Physical Therapy Association - the major PT political organization in the United States.
- California Department of Insurance - problem with your health insurance carrier? . . . . . file your complaint here.