History of the Physical Therapy Profession Flashcards
In the 1800s in Europe there was gradual improvement in what?
Medical science and surgical techniques
In 1800s Europe where was the focus for health?
Physical education and gymnastics
What were the two major events in the early 1900s?
- Polio Epidemic
- World War 1 (1914 - 1918)
What event caused thousands to suffer from paralysis?
Polio Epidemic
What event caused thousands to return home with significant injuries?
World War 1 (1914 - 1918)
What kind of disease is polio?
Contagious viral illness
What do severe forms of polio cause?
Nerve injuries that can lead to paralysis and death
When was the last case of polio?
Last natural occurring case was in 1979 per the Mayo clinic
Is polio still present?
Yes - but it is limited due to the vaccine that was created
What are several disabling symptoms caused by polio?
- Progressive muscle/ joint weakness
- Atrophy
- Breathing/ Swallowing problems
- Decreased tolerance to the cold
During WW1 where did physicians go to help?
England and France
Who was the first US physical therapist?
Mary McMillan
What event caused the creation of “reconstruction aides”?
WW1
Where were reconstruction aides trained?
England
Who did reconstruction aides work with after the war?
Polio survivors
When and where was the first meeting of the American Women’s Physical Therapeutic Association?
- January 15, 1921
- Keen’s Chop House, New York City, NY
Who was the first meeting of the American Women’s Physical Therapeutic Association suggested by?
A military MD
Who was the first president of the American Women’s Physical Therapeutic Association?
Mary McMillan
When do you begin to see licensing of PT’s?
As early as the 1920s
When do bachelors degrees programs begin?
In the 1920s
Who did PTs work with to help accredit programs?
The AMA
What does a PT license legally define?
Scope of practice
T/F: Practice acts vary from state to state.
True
After WW2 (In 1947) the American Women’s Physical Therapeutic Association got a new name, what was it?
American Physical Therapy Association
