CKTP

About a month ago, I took the examination to become a Certified Kinesio-Taping Practitioner, and now I have all of the tools. Basically, this means that I went through the courses and have the basic knowledge to apply the kinesiotape to my patients for various conditions. It is a very useful product, and can be used on a variety of patient diagnoses. While I'm not sure how much I will use it in the home health world, it is a nice skill to have in my "tool box" of patient care ideas.

Rose of Sharon

When I returned from vacation, I had the pleasant surprise that my blue Rose of Sharon is blooming. This is the plant that my grandfather rooted for me last year.

Topsail Island

I joined Josh's family for a relaxing week at Topsail Island, NC last week. It was great fun, and his family was able to meet Mom and Mike while here. We enjoyed time on the beach (Josh got to use his surf board for the first time), but we also went to the Sea Turtle Rescue while visiting. It was a great trip, and it was nice for my shoulder to have a week off from work.