If you have experienced an injury or suffer from pain during the winter months, you are not alone. A new survey by the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) found that half (50%) of Americans experience pain during the holidays. Of those who responded, more than two thirds (71%) say pain makes it
Congrats! You’ve chosen a graduate program and are ready to begin your application. An important piece of the graduate school application is your statement of purpose, also called a “personal statement” or “letter of intent.” Admissions committees will examine this to see if you’re a good fit for their school. Your statement of purpose can
Learning how to manage your time and stay organized in graduate school is imperative to your success. Graduate level coursework tends to be very involved, requiring extensive reading and homework. You will be expected to work independently, stay motivated, and monitor your progress on your own. Cramming the night before will not cut it when
Stress can creep up on us in different ways. Students pursuing graduate degrees in health sciences especially have to deal with a lot of stress balancing rigorous classes, work and their personal lives. While stress is a normal part of life, we want to mitigate it where we can so that we keep a healthy
If you’re a student (or have ever been one), you’ve felt nervous before a big exam. A mild case of the nerves can actually be useful, giving you an adrenaline boost that will help you perform at your best. However, if your pre-test stress becomes so extreme that it impedes your performance, you are probably
Once you have submitted your application to a first-professional OT, PT, or SLP program at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS), you may be invited to come to campus for an interview. While the application shows that you’re academically competitive, the interview is a chance for you to demonstrate your professionalism, enthusiasm,
Dr. Jamal Cort is a 2019 graduate from the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at USAHS and currently works as the Director of Rehabilitation and Associate Head Athletic Trainer for the Utah Jazz NBA basketball team. Like many physical therapists, Dr. Cort is dedicated to providing quality, evidence-based care to his patients, but he
Time management—how we choose to use and organize our time—is something many of us struggle with. Effective time management allows us to make the most of our day, accomplishing tasks more quickly and prioritizing those that will make the most impact. Different people need different effective time management strategies. If you’re a graduate student, you
Most physical therapists enter the field because we’re passionate about movement. We love to help others become as active and independent as possible. But what happens when we develop issues with mobility? What happens when we are no longer able to—or simply no longer wish to—provide direct patient care? Luckily, there are all sorts of
Physical therapy and occupational therapy are both rehabilitative disciplines that require hands-on work—leading many people to believe they are interchangeable. However, each profession varies greatly. When deciding which career is right for you, it’s important to know the characteristics between occupational therapy vs physical that set these two roles apart. How is Occupational Therapy different
Your bachelor’s degree is behind you (maybe far behind you), and you’ve decided to go back to school for your graduate degree. That’s exciting! Are you ready for the journey ahead? Know that, while grad school will certainly have its stressful moments, it will also be a fun, productive, and rewarding chapter of your life—and
The University of St. Augustine San Marcos campus held its second annual Research Day event on August 19, 2019. There were 16 student posters and one faculty poster presentation, followed by four faculty platform presentations. Students, faculty and staff mingled over food and drinks while weaving through the room full of posters. Students were eager