There are a lot of broke PTs out there, but you don’t have to be one of them – especially if you follow my three principles for paying off physical therapy school debt. 3 Fast Ways to Pay Off Physical Therapy School Debt And when I say “fast,” I mean relatively speaking. No get-rich-quick schemes […]
Athletic Training Appreciation: 8 Ways to Thank Your AT
In the world of healthcare, Athletic Trainers are essential workers. From education on injury prevention to career-saving intervention programs, ATs serve an invaluable role in athletics and daily life. Athletic training warrants heartfelt, creative appreciation! Athletic Training Appreciation Month Although ATs deserve recognition everyday, March is National Athletic Training Month, a period of appreciation set by […]
Physical Therapist Starting Salary: Expectations for New PT Grads
How much can a new grad physical therapist expect to make in their first year out of PT school? It depends on the type of physical therapy job you take and other factors we’ll discuss in this article. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the median salary for all physical therapists is $89,440 annually. […]
Compound Interest Calculation – the Rule of 72
Call me a nerd, but one of my favorite things to do with money is to calculate compound interest using the Rule of 72. It’s simple math you can do in your head, but it will help you make quick judgments about whether an investment or a loan is going to be worthwhile in the […]
The History of Physical Therapy
Physical therapy has been around for ages, but practicing therapy as a career is relatively new. Keep reading for a brief overview of the history of physical therapy: from war-time treatment and statewide standardization to the growing career it is today! Overview of Physical Therapy Physical therapy is a branch of healthcare specializing in rehabilitative […]