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Physical Therapy
 Websites presented in alphabetical order American Physical Therapy Association (APTA): Information for Consumers 
 Consumer educational materials about the role of physical therapists, "health care professionals who diagnose and treat people of all ages who have medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their abilities to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives." Includes tips for choosing a physical therapist, a database of physical therapists, articles (on topics such as arthritis, back care, and fitness), and more. APTA is a professional organization for physical therapists. http://www.apta.org/Content/NavigationMenu/Consumers/consumer1.htm Topics: Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Aug 14, 2006 The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy: Licensing Authorities
This chart lists state (and Puerto Rico) boards regulating physical therapists and physical therapy practices. Includes contact details, links to board websites, and (for most states) direct links to applicable state code and license look-ups. From the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy. http://fsbpt.org/LicensingAuthorities/ Topics: Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Apr 1, 2008 MedlinePlus: Rehabilitation
Compilation of links to consumer material about rehabilitation methods such as physical therapy, art therapy, therapeutic recreation, occupational therapy, and massage. Covers rehabilitation for some specific conditions, such as stroke and vestibular disorders. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/rehabilitation.html Topics: Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Aug 14, 2006 Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation & Occupational Therapy Resources
Research guide for physical therapy, occupational therapy, and related rehabilitation fields and modalities such as sports medicine and orthopedics. Includes Library of Congress headings, professional organizations, general reference books, publications for specific topics, suggested electronic indexes (no public access), and websites. Compiled by Eileen Heaser, Science Reference Librarian at California State University, Sacramento. http://library.csus.edu/guides/rogenmoserd/heas/physicaltherapy.htm Topics: Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Sep 26, 2007 |
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