By John R. Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Approximately 30.3 million Americans, or 9.4% of the population have diabetes mellitus. Twenty five percent of all Americans age 65 and older have diabetes. Even young people are affected by diabetes, with 193,000 Americans under the age of 20 having the disease. The cost to manage and treat […]
By Monica Hallman, PTA, CKTP, LSVT BIG certified Clinical Director, Barto Bell’s palsy is a condition that affects the nerves and muscles of the face causing the affected side to sag or droop. This is similar to the weakness of the facial muscles of a CVA or stroke. Most Bell’s palsy patients initially believe that […]
By Ann R. Miller, PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS – Clinical Director of Mishock Physical Therapy in Stowe One in four Americans who are currently over the age of 65 will live to be at least 90 years of age. Throughout the aging process our bodies change. Loss of flexibility, strength, endurance and balance as well […]
By Dr. John R. Mishock What is the Medicare Physical Therapy Cap? In 1997, as part of the Balanced Budget Act, a $1,500.00 cap ($2010.00 for 2018) on outpatient physical therapy and occupational therapy services was imposed. Meaning the maximum paid by Medicare for therapy services would be $1,500.00. Each year after this, congress would […]
