POTS After Concussion
Frequently Asked Questions
Improving Comfort and Reducing Light Leakage at the Nose
- Question: How do I improve the nose comfort and reduce light leakage around the face cushion when using the Insight Infrared Video Goggles?
- Answer: You’re in luck! We’ve just developed two short educational videos to demonstrate how to optimize face cushion placement for nose comfort and light blockage
Clinical Pearl
POTS Exercise Training Protocol
Once a patient with POTS is receiving physical therapy, it is important to utilize a graded exercise program, starting primarily in supine and then progressing the patient to more upright exercise over gradually longer durations. Here is an excellent sample exercise protocol for activity ideas, developed in Texas and modified by the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Want to learn more? Here’s 10 Facts Doctors Should Know About POTS
Product Update
Insight Infrared Video Goggles
We are proud to announce that we have contracted with the manufacturer for the upgraded goggles and have finalized the features. We expect to have the first set of new units available in Spring 2020. Current customer receive the upgraded goggles for free! Here’s the list of our new features:
- Fixation Light – one light for each eye with a low profile switch on the top of the front cover for reliable access
- Shorter – Increased ease of positioning for downward facing positions e.g. nose down position during Epley/CRM
- Lighter – The new design uses lighter materials for a streamlined form factor
- Cushion – Improved comfort and nose fit while maintaining light blockage
- Strap – Smooth, easily cleaned silicone material, quick release buckle for quick removal, and refined tightening/loosening adjustment lever
- Removable Cover – Patient can view the room without having to take off the goggles
Frequently Asked Questions
Improving Comfort and Reducing Light Leakage at the Nose
- Question: How do I improve the nose comfort and reduce light leakage around the face cushion when using the Insight Infrared Video Goggles?
- Answer: You’re in luck! We’ve just developed two short educational videos to demonstrate how to optimize face cushion placement for nose comfort and light blockage
Frequently Asked Questions
Improving Comfort and Reducing Light Leakage at the Nose
- Question: How do I improve the nose comfort and reduce light leakage around the face cushion when using the Insight Infrared Video Goggles?
- Answer: You’re in luck! We’ve just developed two short educational videos to demonstrate how to optimize face cushion placement for nose comfort and light blockage
Organizations to Know
Matt Rome’s Physical Therapy Nation + Vestibular Video Library
Knowledge sharing rockstar Matthew Rome, PT, DPT, OCS provides a wide range of videos on vestibular and orthopedic exam/treatment techniques on his Physical Therapy Nation YouTube. Also, explore his PT clinic’s Vestibular Video Library. Both are great for self-review, as well as for sharing with your students and mentees. Everybody wins!
