What the Weekly Workload Actually Looks Like in a Post-Professional DPT and OTD Program
Balancing work, family, and graduate school is one of the biggest concerns for licensed physical therapists and occupational therapists considering a post-professional doctorate. The good news? It may be more manageable than you think.
Post Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy Meet & Greet
May 28, 2026 07:00 PM in Central Time (US and Canada) Join us for a Meet & Greet to learn more about the post professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy from the University of Montana. During the session we will review the program and host a Q&A session with Dr. Adrienne Lauer, the program director.
Is a Post-Professional Doctorate Worth It for PTs and OTs?

Understanding how international credential recognition impacts licensure, leadership, and mobility.
Credential Recognition: What Actually Matters Internationally

Understanding how international credential recognition impacts licensure, leadership, and mobility.
Thoughtful Conversations, Timely Moments

At Strelis™, formerly Rehab Essentials, we believe the most meaningful conversations are those that happen with purpose. While we currently have no scheduled webinars or live events, our work continues— with intention, focus, and a commitment of advancing distance and hybrid education in health professions. We host events when there is something important to say, not simply […]
The Post-Professional DPT Capstone: Synthesis, Expertise, and Real-World Impact

The final step of our Post Professional Doctor of Physical Therapy program is the capstone project. It may seem daunting at first, but with the built-in structure and support of Strelis™, formerly Rehab Essentials, it becomes a guided pathway rather than a challenge. The Capstone isn’t a hurdle to clear; it’s a guided celebration of your growth […]
Beyond the Classroom: Designing Your Capstone Project for Expert Impact

As you approach the pinnacle of your advanced post professional Occupational Therapy (ppOTD) Doctorate curriculum, the Capstone stands ready as the ultimate synthesis of your learning. This is the precise moment when your intellectual investment pays off, transforming your comprehensive knowledge and skills into a singular, high-impact project. The Capstone is more than a final […]
From Learning to Leadership: Tips for a Positive Capstone Experience

For students advancing through the Strelis™, formerly Rehab Essentials Post Professional Doctor of Physical Therapy (ppDPT) or Occupational Therapy (ppOTD) program, the Capstone project represents the definitive completion of your scholarly journey. This is an opportunity for your intellectual investment to pay off, transforming your extensive knowledge and abilities into a singular, high-impact project. The Capstone is […]
A Manual Therapy and Education for Physical Therapy Management of Male Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome.

This issue of the Journal of Women’s & Pelvic Health Physical Therapy showcases groundbreaking research across diverse pelvic health populations, with a particular emphasis on athletes and innovative treatment approaches. The issue features six compelling studies that push the boundaries of pelvic health physical therapy practice. Researchers present pioneering findings on pelvic floor disorders in […]
Does Utilizing Laboratory Based Patient Scenarios in a Physical Therapist Assistant Neurology Class Improve the Students’ Perceptions of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP): A Case Report

Physical therapist assistants are required by accreditation and licensing agencies to demonstrate competency in evidence-based practice, yet surprisingly, no research exists examining EBP from the PTA student perspective—until now. This groundbreaking case report from Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College investigated whether integrating laboratory-based patient scenarios into a neurology course could improve PTA students’ perceptions and application of […]