Handwriting challenges in children can stem from a variety of causes—fine motor skill delays, hand-eye coordination differences, or even emotional resistance to writing tasks. These hurdles can make writing feel frustrating or overwhelming for kids. That’s where creativity meets therapy. 🧠 Meet Kelsie Olds, the “Occuplaytional Therapist” Kelsie Olds turns handwriting therapy into imaginative play…. Read more »
Posts Categorized: Professional Development
New On-Demand Series for Torticollis – From Foundation to Treatment
🎉 ERI Launches New On-Demand Torticollis Continuing Education Series with Anjali Gupta, PT Education Resources, Inc. (ERI) is thrilled to introduce a brand-new on-demand continuing education series led by torticollis expert and Cindy Miles mentee, Anjali Gupta, PT, MSPT, CLT. This comprehensive series is designed to equip occupational therapists, physical therapists, and speech-language pathologists with… Read more »
Honoring International Neonatal Therapy Week PLUS A Special Offer!
Celebrating International Neonatal Therapy Week September 21 – 27, 2025 marks the beginning of International Neonatal Therapy Week (INTW), a special time to recognize and celebrate the incredible work of neonatal occupational therapists (OTs), physical therapists (PTs), and speech-language pathologists (SLPs) who bring expert care and compassion to the NICU. INTW was established by the… Read more »
Physical Therapists Are Transforming Emergency Department Care
Physical therapists are transforming emergency care. Over the past decade, physical therapists have become increasingly vital members of emergency department teams. In the busy ED environment, PTs offer expertise in musculoskeletal evaluation and early mobilization allows for more accurate diagnoses, faster treatment, and reduced reliance on imaging and medications. Furthermore, by integrating PTs into emergency… Read more »
Calling All School-Based Therapists: Scholarship Opportunity Below!
Do you know of someone who deserves recognition? A rising star new to the schools or a seasoned standout in school-based therapy? We want to hear about their hard work and innovative ideas! We will be honoring two therapists and awarding both with a scholarship of free tuition to this years’ 26th Annual Therapies in the… Read more »