Physical Therapy : The Medical Professionals

My first experience observing a physical therapist, commenced in the summer of 2014. At the time, I was given the opportunity to observe a physical therapist named Jennifer Moreland. Throughout my time observing her, I began to recognize she was not just a physical therapist with her patients. Many times, she took on the role of a consoler, cheerleader, friend and supporter for her patients. Reflecting back on this, I am able to see that the primary reason she has succeeded as a physical therapist; is due to her amiable, encouraging and empathetic nature. These character traits have allowed her to do more than heal patients' musculoskeletal problems. She has also been able to heal hearts, souls and minds by cheering, supporting, listening

Life can change in a split second when an unanticipated injury or disease hinders someone’s normal daily life. Modern medicine, physicians and families can only do so much but physical therapy can help recoup the life many of us take for granted. It often isn’t until we lose something that we as humans realize what we had such as the value of our body’s ability to take us through each day. A physical therapist is the person who stays with a patient for the duration of the rehabilitation process. A physical therapist leads the patient through the process of regaining physical strength and helps the patient regain control of their future. Much like many careers that involve interaction with individuals, physical therapy reaches beyond

The physical therapy profession is concerned with treating individuals of all ages. In the future, I plan on being able to comfort individuals undergoing physical therapy by being able to use my compassionate nature, caring, understanding, and the expertise that I will gain, while serving as their physical therapist. In doing the previously mentioned things, I hope to be considered as an important asset to society. I believe that people will be able to increase their viability by seeking my assistance.

OrthoOklahoma is an orthopedic medical clinic with a physical therapy branch that provides outpatient physical therapy care. The facility has a staff of three licensed physical therapists and a physical therapy assistant along with four physical therapy techs. I was able to observe all three physical therapists, Megan Ripley, Joe Ogle and Ken Roberts. At OrthoOklahoma, the most common patients are post-surgery from repairs of muscles, bones or joints. While shadowing these therapists, I observed cases of total knee replacement, total hip replacement, ACL/meniscus repair, rotator cuff repair, frozen shoulder, labrum repair, and other ailments from wear-and-tear and aging. This experience allowed me to talk to physical therapists about the ins and outs of their job, learn about different exercises and routines for treatment of injuries, and really get an idea of the work it takes to become a well-respected physical therapist.

The American Physical Therapy Associations (APTA) vision statement sets a standard of quality care that should apply to every health care facility where physical therapy is practiced. In my opinion, when the APTA mentions improving the human experience, it is an attempt to encompass an enhancement in people’s ability to freely participate in the activities of their choice. Ultimately, the decisions that a person choose determines his career growth and relationship between him and the clients (Porter and Teisberg, 2006). From personal experience, losing the ability to take part in these activities can have a detrimental effect on one’s overall quality of life. In March of 2014, I was diagnosed with osteochritis dissecans on my left knee and

The day-to-day writing in the field of Physical Therapy varies depending on the audience. The audience determines the purpose of the writing and writing style. Physical Therapists (PT) use evidence-based exercises and activities to rehabilitate their patients in order for them to reach their unique goal. Since PT’s work with both medical professionals and patients, they must adjust their writing to be able to communicate effectively. PT’s are just one of the many people in the medical field that may work with a particular patient so it is important that the communication between the different layers of the medical field are precise and clear. Writing to a patient is also important because they are the person who is being directly affected

Predominantly, a physical therapist must be compassionate and caring. My family members and I are accustomed to taking care of one another, regardless of the age or circumstance. Along with these age differences come different opinions; because of this, at a very young age, I quickly understood the meaning of empathy. I have become accustomed to practicing compassion at home, that it has now become second nature to me.

Orthopedic & Spine Institute (OSI) would like to provide residents with a new and convenient option for receiving urgent orthopedic care services. Staffed by a board certified physician and a fellowship trained physician assistant (PA) as well as technicians to handle imaging, casts, and splints. The average wait for a sports medicine orthopedic surgeon is three to four weeks. When possible the patients will be placed on the schedule of an orthopedic surgeon that is available the day of their injury. However, if the schedule is full the patient receives care from the PA or board certified Family Medicine physician with a subspecialty in sports medicine. This will give the newer orthopedic surgeons an opportunity to see new patients, when this is not possible the patients will be still be able to receive the care they need by the PA without having to wait for an appointment. With a new orthopedic group from a town sixty miles away opens an office across the street, the clinic must make the time to see the patients of our community.

Seiler says her favorite part of being a Physical Therapist is having a relationship with the patients she works with because she gets to see them normally for a longer period and having the satisfaction when you see that you helped someone in a positive way. Although, some patients can be aggravating when improvement is not seen. Often this is because patients fail to do their home program. On an average day she sees about seven to eight patients one every hour. She enjoys the pace that the clinic she is currently at because often other places have you see more patients in shorter amounts of time. Some places have more patients in secessions of 30 minutes with a Physical Therapy Assistant and will only see the Physical Therapist for short amount of time. Seiler believes with more time she is able to build a relationship and gain a better understanding of how to explain things to patients as well as what works well for them. It also allows the patient to trust the therapist and keeps them complying with doing the exercises. The other

The staff and medical professionals at our Hollywood, Fla. accident clinic are dedicated to assisting individuals as they move through the recovery process. Our patients enjoy the highest quality of care provided by some of the most skilled and compassionate physicians, physical therapists, chiropractors and massage therapists available in South Florida.

Superstar Athletics will promote and grow strong professional relationships throughout the local school systems, youth sporting organizations, and within the medical community to not only build up our clientele base, but also be able to provide a collaborative care system if a client needs to be referred out to a trusted source for further medical attention. Referral sources will include but not be limited to local coaches, athletic trainers, parents, and when appropriate pediatricians. As Southshore Rehabilitation and Athletic Performance Center operates under direct access, recommendations may also come from in-house OT’s and PT’s who deem a youth athlete is more appropriate for the wellness/injury prevention program. We will also build a repertoire with neighboring counties and school systems for further referrals for our unique program catering to youth athletes.

Whether an individual sustains injuries due to an automobile accident or while participating in a sporting event, Icon Medical Centers is specifically designed to meet his or her needs. At Icon Medical Centers in Miami, we know that the last thing an injured patient wants to do is travel from one physician’s office or therapy center to the next; for this reason, we are happy to provide our patients with a facility that offers Neurosurgical and Orthopedic consults, Chiropractic Treatment as well as Physiotherapy.

Cooperating with an adjacent rehabilitation hospital closely, this center is the first window to receive a rehabilitation care. Furthermore, the function training room is expanded.

Albany Physical Therapy is a full-service physical therapy clinic that is located in Albany, New York. Their services include additional services, biofeedback pain, breast cancer, neurological rehabilitation, orthopedic physical therapy, osteoporosis exercise and education program, post operative physical therapy, plus more. Their other services include pre and post partum back pain, spinal rehabilitation, temporomandibular joint syndrome; TMJ physical therapy, and vestibular rehabilitation. Their specialization includes physical therapy, acute and chronic spinal condition care, vestibular rehabilitation for neurological/balance disorders, breast cancer rehabilitation, manual physical therapy, pain management, headache and biofeedback therapy,

The human experience is not a vague suggestion of what everyone strives for. This is a very individualized set of preferences and priorities that each person desires in life. We are all unique beings and as a physical therapist, there is a duty to create a specific strategy of care that is centered on the needs of the consumer. Movement is the basis of everything we do. Optimizing movement by improving mobility and motion, managing pain, and regaining original capabilities will guide society to a healthier and more active lifestyle.