Statement Of Purpose Of Physical Therapy

As I have almost completed my sophomore year of college, I know what my career goals are at this point. I am currently on the physical therapy track planning to declare the major of exercise science: applied kinesiology. I became interested in PT after hearing many appealing things about it such as: the rapid growth and demand of physical therapists, the purpose it serves, and financial stability that comes along with the rewarding work. I am eager to learn about the functions, progress, and healing of the human body in the most natural manner, and through exercise science my knowledge in this study will certainly grow.

Why do you want to attend a summer program at Wake Forest University? How will this experience help you prepare for your college career and beyond?

I want to help others, in any way I can. My ticket would take me to a physical therapist degree. I gained an interest in becoming a physical therapist when I started to care more about my physical fitness, and wonder all about muscles and the human bodies full potential. I know I would make an excellent physical therapist. My interest in the human body makes it very easy to learn and drives me to learn as much as I possibly can. When it comes to the human body and learning about how different activates and diets affect it, I can never learn enough. I want to be a physical therapist so I can help others feel healthy.

The streets of my hometown have not been this flooded since the Ohio River rose over the ten-foot flood wall in 1937; only this time not by water, but by prescription pain pills. I grew up in the foothills of Appalachia, where pain clinics were widespread throughout the Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia tri-state area until 2010. Physical therapy is an option that residents of my hometown are not fully aware of. The opioid crisis that is currently being fought by the APTA is something that continues to go on in front of my own eyes. Unfortunately, the area continues to be unaware and underserved.

Movement is vital in maintaining a healthy life. Physical therapists persevere in restoring motion to those who have lost their ability to function physically. It is important to take a proactive approach before symptoms get worse. In order to maintain a healthy life, movement must be integrated in one's life, for healthcare issues start from sedentary lifestyles. It prevents obesity and other health issues which are tied to prevention.

Since entering college, I definitely “hit the ground running”. I have wanted to be a physical therapist since middle school, and I am anxious to be a part of its community. That being said, I set out on my career path with the goal of obtaining my bachelor’s degree and applying for physical therapy school within three years, while doing my best to hold a 4.0 GPA. This called for taking a heavy load of coursework and choosing to take classes year-round. I scheduled my time so that I would be able to balance the heavy course load, while continuing my normal volunteer work, job shadowing/observing, and being an active member in my organizations. One thing I did not account for was actual ‘paid’ work time. This is partially due to me being fortunate

After completing Grad school and getting my Physical Therapy license I hope to start my career as an employee of Physical Therapy at the Arkansas Children’s Hospital located in West Little Rock, Ar. To qualify for a position you first need you bachelor’s degree from a four-year college, you doctoral degree in Physical Therapy, as well as your physical therapy license. When applying for the job you must have these three things for them to even considered hiring you.

I have spent nearly two decades in the health and wellness industry, as a therapist, consultant, educator, and advocate. I have dedicated my professional career to learning about and practicing the individual components of maternal child health and wellness, and subsequently bridging the gaps in between them. I began my career as a registered occupational therapist, then became a licensed massage therapist to compliment that basic skill set. As an OT, I have specialized in lymphedema management, oncology rehabilitation, pelvic floor pain & dysfunction, and neonatal intensive care. I have worked with infants and children with special needs, as well as, adults with orthopedic or neurological deficits. As a licensed massage therapist, I am certified

Because I grew up playing on various sports teams, I loved the comradery and atmosphere of a team. I thought I could translate the passion that I had for sports into a career as team physical therapist. Next comes the question of why a physical therapist. Personally, during my time playing sports, I have been lucky enough to avoid serious injuries, which needed rehabilitation through physical therapy. However, I have friends who have gone through physical therapy and have shared their experiences with me. They say they arrive to the physical therapy session with a frown on their face because they are discouraged and sad they cannot play the sport they love, but when they leave, they walk out the door with a giant smile on their face. One reason is because they see themselves getting healthier and stronger. The second reason is due to the fact that their physical therapist is able to sympathize with them and help them view their injury in a more positive way. Sometimes, a patient even comes out of physical therapy stronger than they were before. For these reasons, the occupation of a physical therapist attracted me. I would have the best of both worlds. I could be able to pursue my desire to work with athletes and in the process, bring joy and positivity to others, who are down on their

My mother always told me that I should appreciate my background and ability to speak two languages fluently. I never really did until I began shadowing at a physical therapy practice the summer after my junior year. When I was in sixth grade, I attended a Career Day event. I was immediately attracted to the Sports Medicine sign up sheet, because I had been involved in athletics through all of my childhood. From that day on, I knew exactly the type of career I wanted to pursue. Over the next few years in school, I was prompted to do some career exploration and research. It was during this time that I decided I wanted to go into the field of physical therapy. I am the type of person that does not make important decisions like this without being

One of the experiences that have helped solidify my decision was my volunteer experience at a physical and occupational therapy clinic called TherAplay, which is a pediatric facility that also offers a unique therapy called hippotherapy. Experiencing and witnessing all of the emotions and happiness that the children and therapists displayed allowed me to become more intrigued and fall more in love with the profession. I want to influence a change in and individuals life and

I believe that my motivation for improving and strengthening human health, enhanced with the knowledge I will gain in the Exercise Science program, will advance me into an excellent Physical Therapy school. The Exercise Science program will expose me to the responsibilities and skills needed to become successful and confident in my work. Achieving a well educated degree in Kinesiology will enable me to live my passion as Physical Therapist.        At the age of 6, I began a career as a competitive gymnast. Training started out at 15 hours per week, year round, then progressed to 20 hours per week.

I want to become a Physical Therapist Assistant because I believe that physical therapy will allow me to amalgamate my passions in a way which will allow me to contribute to the profession and actualize a significantly meaningful career. I am extremely excited for the potential opportunity to able to help improve others’ quality of life.

My decision to become a physical therapist really started at the end of my first application cycle. Waiting for any form of notification eagerly, hands shacking, heart pounding, and mind racing imposed fear into my life that the dream of becoming a physical therapist was not actually going to happen. Receiving one of these notification, caused a panic especially when the words, “I regret to inform you..” appeared on the page. In attempts to change the frame of mind I was in, I did anything, but I could not seem to escape the feelings of anxiety over being held back from what I wanted to do for a career the rest of my life. During that moment, something happened. The fear, stress, and anxiety were all negative feelings, but I knew I cared about this field that strongly that I would become worked out to the point I thought my life was over.

Though she could not finish nursing school because she had her second child, her love for science and medicine did not fade. She worked in a hospital for several years while taking care of 3 children on her own. She then got her master’s in Healthcare management where she then pursued a career in clinical research. Within 4 years she became a level 3 clinical research associate where she will potentially become a Clinical research director of all CRA’s. My mother knew that helping people with illnesses was her passion and though she did not finish nursing school, she was not about to let that stop her from helping people. “Surgeons, doctors, nurses, PA’S, and health administrators are not the only people that help the ill, clinical researcher’s do as well”, she said. “We are a branch within the health field that regulates the safety and efficacy of treatment, medications, and diagnostic products intended for people to use.” Throughout my life, my mother taught me to follow my dreams and whatever I did to always find a way to help the world for the better. Ever since then, my dream was to follow in my mother’s footsteps and potentially be in charge of a hospital or clinic.