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Learn How PTAs Can Improve the Lives of Patients with Developmental Disabilities or Neurological Impairments It may sound obvious, but many people require specialized care for developmental disabilities. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 64 million people in the United States live with a functional disability. Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) […]
The Vital and Impactful World of Neurological Physical Therapy When it comes to neurological rehabilitation, the role of a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) is to help patients perform therapeutic interventions that increase their endurance, balance, and coordination. These professionals promote neurological health and wellness by supporting physical therapists at clinics nationwide. People with neurological conditions […]
Behind the Scenes in the Essential World of Orthopedic Physical Therapy Physical therapist assistants (PTAs) are one of the fastest-growing career fields in the healthcare industry, and for a good reason. It’s an incredibly rewarding field of work where you’ll play an essential role in helping patients get healthier on a daily basis. In orthopedic […]
The Vital and Growing World of Geriatric Physical Therapy It may sound obvious, but many people require more care as they get older. This is a natural process in life. As our technology improves and lifespans increase, it only makes sense that more healthcare workers will be needed. Geriatric Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) help elderly […]
How Three PTA Instructors Help Students Reach New Heights in Sacramento Beata Sapeta, PT, PhD – PTA Program Director Chrissy Hauer, PT, DPT – Director of Clinical Education Larry Gray, PT – Assistant Professor Ever since they joined the PTA program in Sacramento, Beata Sapeta, Chrissy Hauer, and Larry Gray have been a source of […]
The Challenging but Rewarding World of Pediatric Physical Therapy Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) are pillars of support in many physical therapy services. Many clients who attend physical therapy work with a PTA. In fact, some clients spend most of their time with a PTA rather than a physical therapist. PTAs maintain attention to detail and […]
