PTA 1010 - Introduction to Physical Therapy
Fall 2011
Professor: Alena Papenfuss
Course Description:
Students will explore the field of therapy, including an overview of therapy
treatments in different health care settings and pertinent legal and ethical considerations. Students will participate in clinical observation.
Course Work:
Clinical Exposure and Observation
Reflection on Clinical Exposure and Observation
Pathology Handout
Professor: Alena Papenfuss
Course Description:
Students will explore the field of therapy, including an overview of therapy
treatments in different health care settings and pertinent legal and ethical considerations. Students will participate in clinical observation.
Course Work:
Clinical Exposure and Observation
Reflection on Clinical Exposure and Observation
Pathology Handout
Observations at Meier and Marsh Professional Therapies
Reflection:
My observation of a clinical setting in Physical Therapy was completed at Meier and Marsh Professional Therapies in West Valley City with Wade Meier, PT CHT. I was able to observe Wade in many situations and with a diverse clientele. The opportunity to watch, learn from and help Wade in his clinic was a gratifying and eye-opening experience.
My observation of a clinical setting in Physical Therapy was completed at Meier and Marsh Professional Therapies in West Valley City with Wade Meier, PT CHT. I was able to observe Wade in many situations and with a diverse clientele. The opportunity to watch, learn from and help Wade in his clinic was a gratifying and eye-opening experience.
I thoroughly enjoyed watching as Wade interacted with the patients and helped them return back to optimal function. While at the clinical observation, I learned so many aspects of practicing Physical Therapy. I gained insights into the school classes, both the intricacies and the joys. I understand better some of the requirements that the Doctoral programs and how to prepare myself to apply for the program. As stated in my Clinical Exposure paper, “Wade’s impressive ability to teach me and open new ideas to my view, made an impact in my decision to not only pursue a career as a Physical Therapist Assistant, but continue with my education and become a Physical Therapist. He gave me great insight into the difficulties of the journey ahead, but gave me hope that I will be able to do that which is required.” Below are some videos of my experience observing Wade Meier in his clinic, Meier and Marsh Professional Therapies.
Evaluation of SymptomsMcKensie Evaluation and TheoryPost-therapy Discussion |
Derangement and Mr. SmithThe Three Magic WordsMRI and PT Diagnostics |
Though, I first thought the amount of time (20 hours) was going to be difficult to balance with the rest of my activities, I am appreciative of the time I was able to spend with Wade in his clinic. The observation was helpful, insightful and helped me solidify my desire to pursue my schooling to become a Physical Therapist. I am grateful for this opportunity and will continue to remember the lessons I have learned while spending time at Wade Meier’s clinic.