Kinesiology Exam 4

Physical Therapy was established in _____ by the ______

1917; surgeon general

Physical Therapy was founded by _____, and was first called_____.

Mary McMillan; Reconstruction Aides

Physical therapy prevents, identifies, corrects, and alleviates

acute or prolonged movement dysfunction of anatomic or physiologic orgin

The Primary objective of Physical Therapy is to promote optimum human ____ and ____- APTA

health; function

Physical Therapy is A branch of rehabilitative health that uses specially designed exercises and equipment to help patients ____ or _____ their physical abilities

Regain; Improve

Therapy for the ____, _____, or ______ of movement and physical function impaired or threatened by disability, injury or disease that utilizes therapeutic exercise, physical modalities, assistive devices, and patient education and training.

preservation, enhancement, restoration

Physical Therapists are health care professionals who ____ and ____ individuals of all ages with medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their abilities to move and preform functional activities in their daily lives - APTA

diagnose; treat

PT is appropriate for many types of patients, from infants born with musculoskeletal birth defects, to adults suffering from sciatica or the ____ of injury or surgery, elderly post stroke patients 

after effects

Diagnosis and Treatment, Prevention, Rehab, Promote Optimum Health and Function

Roles of PT in Health Care

Where does PT in health care work?

Rehabilitation hospital, extended care facility, wellness and fitness centers

Professional org associated with PT

American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)

The first professional organization for Physical Therapists was the ____ formed in 1921 and led by Mary McMillan

American Women's Physical Therapeutic Association

Specialization areas in the field:

Geriatrics, orthopedics, pediatrics, sport PT, neurology

Physical Therapists Entry — level education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master of Science in Physical Therapy (MSPT)

Post-professional training opportunities for physical therapists

Clinical residency, clinical fellowship, and specialty certification. Those wanting to go into research might pursue a PhD.

Occupational Therapy

treatment that helps people become successful in their everyday occupations

In occupational therapy, often independence is the goal and can be achieved through

Skilled treatment in rehab lost motor or cognitive function, Adaptive equipment, Home modifications, client and care giver guiidance

Role of OT in health care

engage in promoting health, preventing injury, and ensuring patients can perform daily living activities through tailored interventions and support.

Where do OT’s work?

Hospitals, rehab centers, nursing homes, etc.

Professional org associated with OT:

American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)

Specialization area in the field

Geriatrics, orthopedics, pediatrics, neurology

The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) was known as the ____ until 1921

National Society for the Promotion of Occupational Therapy (NSPOT)

Interdisciplinary Team - collaboration with other members of the health care field

to provide comprehensive patient care and improve outcomes.

Physical Therapists have one of the Highest job-satisfaction level as ___ are very satisfied with their chosen career

78%

Pt employment is expected to ____ by 39% as it is one of the best and fastest growing jobs in America

grow