Category: APTA
What is Frailty and How Can PT Help
What is Frailty? Frailty is often discussed in terms of a phenotype which is a set of observable characteristics of an individual. The frailty phenotype is also called Fried’s Phenotype. Fried’s Phenotype is when three or more of the following …
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Falls are a Major Public Health Problem: 5 Ways Your Physical Therapist Can Reduce Your Risk for Falls
More than 1 out of 4 Americans age 65+ falls each year!1 Falls can result in major injuries including head injuries such as TBI (traumatic brain injuries) and broken bones such as a hip fracture. More than 95% of hip …
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Capitol Hill Day As a Student Physical Therapist Assistant
My name is Luiz Mileto Allemand. In July 2023, I had an opportunity to travel to Washington DC as a physical therapist assistant student and attend the APTA Capitol Hill Day. My purpose was to engage in direct discussions with …
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Learning Leadership Through Advocacy
Student life revolves around the classroom and clinicals; other professional development aspects are often set aside while in school. Taking part in advocacy events for physical therapy is one way to develop professional skills in communication and collaboration. I recently …
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From Dream to Reality…
I had an awesome time at Capitol Hill Day. One of my favorite parts was collaboration and comradery with people I respect like-minded professors, physical therapists, and students from across the Florida state. I walked into the reception hall at …
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Capitol Hill Day and the Future of Our Profession as a DPT Student
As a 3rd year DPT student, attending APTA Capitol Hill Day was just the experience I needed as I prepared to launch my career. I visited the offices of the U.S. Congress with the Florida Delegation advocating for legislation that …
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