APTA History
Physical Therapists formed their first professional association in what year?
1921
These are professionals who apply scientific knowledge to train athletes for the primary goal of improving athletic performance. They conduct sport-specific testing sessions, design and implement safe and effective strength training and conditioning programs and provide guidance regarding nutrition and injury prevention.
CSCS (Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist)
In what year was Athletico founded?
1991
This is the art and science of using hands-on evaluation and treatment skills to determine a proper diagnosis and effective treatment techniques. These may involve joint mobilizations, soft tissue massage, stretching, muscle energy techniques, myofascial release and more.
Manual Therapy
In what year was Washington D.C. founded?
1791
What was the original name of the first professional physical therapy association?
The American Women’s Physical Therapeutic Association
A PT would attain this certification if they have an interest in helping a certain patient population achieve or maintain high levels of physical health as they age by focusing on ailments such as: arthritis, osteoporosis, Alzheimer’s disease and joint soreness.
GCS (Geriatric Certified Specialist)
Who is the CEO of Athletico?
Mark Kaufman (Fun fact: longest standing CEO of a PT company)
This treatment involves thin filiform needles to target and stimulate underlying trigger points, muscle tissue and connective tissue leading to reduced pain, tension and improved activity.
Dry Needling
Which President is Washington D.C. named after?
George Washington
Who was the President of the first professional Physical Therapy association?
Mary McMillan
A clinician specializing in this area would likely treat patients with the following ailments (Gait Abnormalities, Torticollis/Plgiocephaly, Spina Bifida, or Developmental Delays)
PCS (Pediatric Certified Specialist)
Name 3 professional (National) sports partnerships Athletico has.
Chicago Bears
Chicago Blackhawks
Chicago Bulls
St. Louis Cardinals
Detroit Red Wings
USA Gymnastics Team
A manual technique in which the therapist positions and moves the affected joint in order to properly stretch the joint capsule. (These are graded from 1-5 in varying degrees of intensity for what is required)
Joint Mobilizations
Who or what does “Columbia” in “District of Columbia” refer to?
Christopher Columbus
In what year were men admitted to the professional physical therapy association?
1922
A clinician specializing in this area would likely treat patients with the following ailments (Urinary Incontinence, Sacral Dysfunction, Osteoporosis, Chronic Pelvic Pain and Breast Cancer Care)
WCS (Women’s Health Certified Specialist)
How many states can you presently find Athletico in?
12 (Arizona, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Texas)
This intervention demonstrates Level I evidence in its effect on pain, anxiety, depression and fatigue among others.
Aerobic Exercise
TRUE or FALSE?
Washington D.C. is a state or a part of a specific state?
FALSE
It Is not a state nor a part of any state. It is a unique federal district created specifically to be the seat of government.
Where is the APTA presently headquartered?
Alexandria, VA
This certification designates an expert in athletic injury management, including acute care, treatment, rehabilitation, prevention and education. It creates opportunities to work with higher level athletes.
SCS (Sports Certified Specialist)
Where is/was Athletico’s first clinic located?
Chicago, IL
A modality in which different waveforms can be used to decrease swelling (edema), decrease pain, increase range of motion or increase strength. Common types include interferential, pre-modulated, TENS, Russian and Hi-Volt.
Electrical Stimulation
Why was Washington D.C. established?
It was established by the Constitution of the United States to serve as the nation's capital