Unfortunately, I woke up this morning with a bad migraine. I was sad that I wasn’t well enough to go to Raleigh Orthopedics for my internship today. After I rested up all day, I started to feel better, and began researching this evening. I researched more information about Raleigh Orthopedics. Since I am very intrigued with dry needling, I learned more information about it (click to read article/watch videos). I learned that the needle used is a thin filiform needle. The needle penetrates the trigger points a muscular tissue. I watched a few videos on how to dry needle, but I still don’t have the experience to try it on a patient :). In addition, I watched patient stories to see how much it helps them. I suggest that you check out the link above to see all of the interesting videos and articles about dry needling.

I also researched which colleges/universities in NC have physical therapy programs. Some of the schools that NC that have PT programs are Duke, UNC, Elon, Western Carolina and ECU. I was surprised that UNC has a 100% 1st try license exam pass rate, and Duke only has 93%. I thought UNC and Duke would have more similar rates, or Duke would have a higher rate.

I am getting excited to intern tomorrow! I wish I could’ve interned today!!