Introduction My field of interest once I graduate from WCU is physical therapy. This care specialty uses biomechanics, manual and exercise therapy, electrotherapy, and various other therapy techniques to remediate injuries and impairments, as well as promote mobility. There are several types of physical therapy, including orthopedic, pediatric, geriatric, neurological, pulmonary, and cardiovascular. The field of physical therapy was established in Britain during the late 19th century. Then, in 1921, Mary McMillan established the American Women’s Physical Therapeutic Association, which later became the American Physical Therapist Association. I chose the path to physical therapy because I love helping people, and it seems very interesting to me. Being involved in sports and exercise almost my entire life, I can easily relate to the treatments/therapy athletes go through when injured. Now I would like to see what it’s like through the eyes of the caregiver. I plan to pursue PT graduate school after WCU and then eventually have my own PT office, or work in a clinical setting. Physical therapy, like a …show more content…
Generally, the context in such texts is the background information of the patient, subjective/objective finding, previous therapy/medical conditions, and history of present illness(es). History and background information of the patient differs from the rest of the document because it “lays the foundation”. It is written like an introduction, with such a purpose. These areas of the report are delving into the past, while the treatment plan and goals refer to the future. The context provided in reports and evaluations lets the audience, who is the patient or other doctors and specialists, know the circumstances of the situation. This is an example of a patient history section in a progress report (MT Sample
The career that I chose to study was a Physical Therapist. I chose to study physical therapy because it is something that I have become interested in. In this essay I will be telling you about the kind of work a physical therapist does, the skills required to be a physical therapist, the working conditions, the training and education required, the career outlook, and salary.
I have dreamed of becoming a physical therapist since I was a child. A few of my family friends are physical therapists and it was just something that really interested me. Although some would think that a Physical Therapists career is smooth sailing, healthcare professionals challenge a series of regulatory and ethical issues in the modern varying practice settings. I grew up wanting to help people in some type of way, but after researching more about physical therapy I found out that doing what’s best for someone such as a patient is often manipulated and, at times, compromised. Clients are manipulated by other factors, including rules or guidelines linked
I never thought that I would purse something more than a bachelor. Actually, I am the first in my family to pursue higher schooling so I did not know much about it until I discovered physical therapy. I have been fortunate enough to have found something I love and am passionate about. Observing has given me so much motivation to continue. There have been many incredible experiences that reassure me this is what I want. At one of my observation experiences, there was a young girl that had an Ilizarov apparatus on her leg. The therapist that was working with her allowed me to help with holding a thera-band in place or tossing a ball back and forth. She told me she had come from a different country to have this procedure done. I found it so inspiring that every session she worked hard even when she did not feel her best. She also always kept a positive outlook on her situation. This was the first time I had the chance to actually interact with a patient and
I will probably live in a larger city and that would mean that there would be multiple places to pursue a career in Physical Therapy as there is a wide range of places to work. I would prefer to work in a hospital setting where I would be able to see a mix of patients from children to the elderly. I would also not mind having my own office and working with only one or two other Physical Therapists. If I were to not pursue a career in Physical Therapy I have a few backup options. My first choice would be a Physician Assistant. While it still requires a lot of schooling I believe I would still like to do something involved with people and I believe I would be able to help people with this occupation. That occupation would also allow me to support my family very well. Another occupation I would enjoy doing would be is an orthopedic surgeon. One of the main reasons it is not my number one option is because of all the extra schooling it has compared to Physical Therapy. The bright side is I would be able to easily support my family with that occupation. The last occupation that I would consider would be an allergist. I think I would enjoy being an allergist, because much like a doctor, I would be able to find out why they are suffering their problems, and I would be able to prescribe things to alleviate their
This case involved a 53 year old man who sustained a significant tear of his rotator cuff while playing baseball. He underwent surgical repair and was given a referral for physical therapy. The referral was to begin passive ROM 3 times per week for 2 weeks then initiate a supervised home program of active exercise for 2 weeks, and elastic resistance exercises for internal and external rotation every other day for a month. 2 weeks after surgery, he had his first PT visit in a sports medicine clinic that was managed by an athletic trainer (ATC).”
...ve an accident to recovery from an injury. I would like to help these patients and see how they have progress throughout the treatment. I discovered from this health field that to be a physical therapist is very important because you have to deal not only with patients but also with different equipment that are required for some treatments. Also, Physical Therapy is a lifelong learning career. Every day we have change in
All athletes get injured right? So who exactly allows them to run the fields again? There is a specific person meant for just that, a Physical Therapist. A career that would be fit for someone who enjoys being active and being involved in sports. As a way to help people, Physical Therapy is a very important career to any individual who is looking to get better, Physically. They attend any person,it doesn’t matter what age or gender. Over all this career is most important to athletes, who may get injured and need someone to help them get back in shape. As you continue to read, you will learn about the conditions and requirements needed to be a Physical Therapist. You will read about how not everyone is fit
Over the past summer, I had the privilege of meeting some of the best physical therapists due to my hip injury. They were charismatic, funny, helpful, and I loved being around them. During my senior year of high school, I was not interested in pursuing physical therapy. The physical therapists I met definitely changed my mind, and I am heavily leaning towards practicing physical therapy. In the field of physical therapy, there are many types of sub-specialty practices that I could pursue. I believe orthopedic physical therapy is what I want to specialize in due to what I have experienced in my life.
From a young age I was interested in the medical field. As I became more exposed to the various options, I decided physical therapy was the right career for me. My experience has proved the field to be interesting and fun. I enjoy working with people and the versatility of therapy. There are many areas to specialize in and I look forward to learning which one is right for me. At the moment I am interested in pediatric acute care but I am also interested in sports and orthopedics. As I continue my studies, I look forward to learning about the different fields in which physical therapy will take me. My future views may change which physical therapy field I wish to pursue, but right now I look forward to learning as much as I can about physical therapy and helping others.
but I have a pretty good idea as to what type of job it will be. I would like to go into the field of a physical therapist and sports medicine, I fell I will enjoy this more than any other type of career just because I already have a lot of interest in it. Sports medicine involves athletes who are constantly training to be in the best physical shape they can be in. It involves athletes with rehabilitation and supplements that they can take to help either recover faster or to help them perform better on their playing field. A lot of high caliber athletes such as olympians are involved in sports medicine, because it is able to get you back into your sport, faster and with less likelihood of re-injury.
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”.1 The profession of physical therapy has been defined its ability to treat injuries, however, the American Physical Therapy Association aims to redefine the profession by offering “creative and proactive solutions to enhance health services delivery and to increase the value of physical therapy to society”.2 One aspect through which this vision may be achieved is the prevention of workplace injuries. In 2013, nearly 2.9 million nonfatal workplace injuries were reported, eighty percent of which occurred in private industries. Physical therapists have an opening to target a new population and to implement preventative measures in the workplace which will benefit companies and workers alike. Such
The first day that I met Izzy (name used with consent) I noticed a huge smile, a cheerful laugh and a big personality; the wheelchair immediately faded into the background. Izzy has become a large part of my life as I have seen her mature while watching her disease progress. I have learned that behind the smile there are many details that have allowed her to live at home, to go to school and to develop her independence. These details are tailored to her individual needs and originate from her team that includes Izzy, her family and her healthcare workers. One of her healthcare workers, an occupational therapist, is my aunt who works in the school system and supports school age children/teens with physical and/or mental disabilities to succeed in school. I was introduced to Izzy when she was starting school and over the years I have seen the enormous impact that occupational therapy has made for Izzy, her family and her school community. Her occupational therapist made a pencil grip so that Izzy could write and then provided computer access through a keyboard and then a voice activated system.
Vision: The Nazareth College Physical Therapy Program prepares loving specialists who are lifelong students and essential inquirers that exercise collaboratively and participate having the world that is changing. UNTHSC presently involves - Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine School of Health Occupations, UNT Program Faculty of Drugstore and also the University of Public-Health - in addition to the College of Health Professions.
Physical therapy is a fun and exciting healthcare profession that helps people. It is all about helping other people who have problems with their body, muscles, joints and other parts of their body. Patients includes accident victims and individuals with disabling conditions such as low back pain, arthritis, heart disease, fractures, head injuries, and cerebral palsy. Physical therapy will perform an evaluation of your problem or difficulty. They evaluate your problem by performing tests and measures to assess the problem. These tests includes muscle strength, joint motion, sensory and neurological, coordination, balance, observation, palpation, flexibility, postural screening, movement analysis, and special tests are designed for a particular problem. Next, they develop a treatment plan and goals and then manage the appropriate treatment to aid in recovery of a problem or dysfunction. Physical therapists are able to treat their patients by using many different treatments depending on the type of injury. Some of the treatments are electrical stimulation, hot and cold packs, infrared and ultrasound to reduce swelling or relieve pain. These treatments are used to help decrease pain and increase movement and function. Therapeutic exercises instructions will help restore strength, movement, balance, or skill as a guide towards full functional recovery. Physical therapy provides "hands on techniques" like massage or joint mobilizations skills to restore joint motion or increase soft tissue flexibility. They will focus on basic skills such as getting out of bed, walking safely with crutches or a walker, moving specific joints and muscles of the body. Physical therapists treatment includes patient education to teach them how to deal with a current problem and how to prevent the problem in the future. Such documentation is used to track the patient's progress, and identify areas requiring more or less attention. They encourage patients to use their own muscles. Their main goal is to improve how an individual functions at work and home.
Since I now have researched all of the important facts about what it takes to become a physical therapist, the pro’s and con’s, information about current trends like the new health care laws, and learned about where the field is at today, I can now make a more informed decision about this career choice. At this time in my life I’m not prepared to take on the requirements that are needed to get into the DPT program. I am still interested in the field and since I can get a bachelors degree in any field to start the requirements for the program I may still consider this occupation as a career choice and pursue this more in the future. I do enjoy helping people and working hands and have always been interested in the health care field so this will be a great option that I’m now more informed about. 13