Guess The Lyrics
"I don't want a lot for Christmas, there is just one thing I needddd"
All I want for Christmas is You - Mariah Carey
What is the centralized application system you have to use for PT & OT?
PTCAS (PT); OTCAS (OT)
True/False: You can become a Physical Therapist with a Masters in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
FALSE - To become a licensed practicing physical therapist in the United States, it is now mandated that you receive a DPT (Doctorate of Physical Therapy) from an accredited program.
What month is OT month?
April
Who is the Public Relations Chair of POPTA?
Dana!!
"There'll be parties for hosting, marshmallows for toasting, and caroling out in the snow"
It's the most wonderful time of the year - Andy Williams
How many shadowing hours do you need to send in application to PT/OT School?
It depends! Some schools may not even require any hours at all, but some may require 25,50, or even 100. It is recommended to get some hours as it can only help your application and further your knowledge and your opinions on the field.
What are some of the fields/specialties a PT/OT can work in?
Neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedic, sports medicine, vestibular therapy, geriatric care, pediatric care, wound care, women's health, & more!
What are some of the benefits of OT?
- Increasing sensory integration: OTs use sensory-based strategies to help individuals process and respond to sensory info effectively
- Promotes overall wellbeing: OT helps improve both physical and mental health, and aspects of people's lives
What was the name of our guest last week, and what did teach us?
Brian Tableman - educated us about taping techniques (athletic, and kinesio) of the knee, ankle, and shoulder
Santa Claus is Comin' to town - Bing Crosby
What are some core/prerequisite classes you will likely need to take to get into PT/OT school?
What are some of the settings a PT/OT can work in?
Inpatient acute care, inpatient sub-acute rehab, outpatient at a hospital, outpatient at a private clinic, nursing home centers, at a high school, at a university, for a sports team (at any level), as a teacher (likely have to pursue a sort of teaching certification), TRAVEL PT/OT!
What does an OT do that distinguishes itself from PT?
OTs help their patients to participate in everyday occupations, also know as ADLs (activities of daily living) - and these can include ALL meaningful activities a person desires and needs to participate in for daily life (walking/running, cooking, getting dressed, driving, a sport, etc.)
Tendonitis is the rubbing of the tendon on the bone causing inflammation and irritation/pain. The Kinesio tape is able to actually "pull" the tendon tissue off of the bone and create more space within that joint, therefore reducing pain.
"Christmas eve will find me where the love light gleams"
I'll be home for Christmas - Bing Crosby
How long is a DPT or OTD program (generally)?
About 3 years
True/False: In 1980, if you received a Bachelor's in physical therapy, you could practice as a licensed PT
TRUE - the DPT was not mandated to have until more recently; in the 80s all you needed was a Bachelor's of PT to become licensed.
What are some examples of adaptive equipment used in PT/OT?
wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches, AFOs (Ankle-Foot Orthosis
How many years has Andie been on the POPTA E-board?
3 years
"Chestnuts roasting an open fire, Jack frost nipping at your nose"
The Christmas song - Nat King Cole
Who will you likely need to get letters of recommendation from for PT/OT school?
- Professors; most likely/preferably of a prerequisite class, or a class within your major
What is "phantom pain" and how does physical therapy help?
Phantom pain refers to discomfort or pain in the area where a limb has been lost; even though the limb has been removed, the motor/sensory neurons involved in that area are still intact in your brain and can be triggered and signal pain, making the person feel pain in the limb that is not there. This pain can be extremely intense, and 80% of amputees experience it - PTs can help people manage this pain through mirror therapy, and massages
When was pediatric OT founded?
1919 - OTs have been helping children for over 100 years!
Which member of the POPTA E-board also works at the Campus Gym?
Sam