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The Heroes of Theradynamics
When COVID first hit in March 2020, it hit hard and fast in the hospitals and nursing homes. No one was prepared for the viciousness of this attack- how can you prepare for something you can’t see coming and know little about? The aggressiveness of this virus was astounding and the devastation it left in its wake is still felt over a year later. When our kids would describe their heroes, they usually speak of wearing a cape; or perhaps a jersey, like so many professional athletes do. If there is one thing that COVID taught us, it is that our heroes are right in front of us. As a New Yorker, you may have come together nightly in the 7 P.M. cheer for the first responders and healthcare workers, loudly and proudly acknowledging your thanks for putting their lives on the line every day just doing their job. Nurses were probably on the forefront of everyone’s mind during those few minutes, but for me, I couldn’t help but think of the Theradynamics’ team of rehabilitation therapists and staff battling it out in the nursing homes.
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Are You Ready? Karen Axelson, M.S., CCC-SLP, Director of Clinical Services
Change means moving forward, and a key component to progress is learning from the past. Consider how you fared over the past year and what therapy looked like for your residents. Many patients had to receive therapy within the confines of their room, and yet insurance companies and the patients themselves still expect the same outcomes as if they had access to the rehab department equipment and space. I challenge you to take a good look at your rehab department.
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The Heroes of Theradynamics
When COVID first hit in March 2020, it hit hard and fast in the hospitals and nursing homes.
Are You Ready? Karen Axelson, M.S., CCC-SLP, Director of Clinical Services
Change means moving forward, and a key component to progress is learning from the past. Consider
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