The New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) study showing that physical therapy is just as effective as surgery in patients with meniscal tears and osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee “should help change practice in the management of symptomatic meniscal tears in patients with knee osteoarthritis,” APTA President Paul A. Rockar Jr, PT, DPT, MS, said
According to Money Magazine and US News & World Report, the ‘Top 10 List for Best Jobs’ in 2012 rank the professions of Physical and Occupational Therapy right up there in the top 10 out of 100 listed professions. Jada A. Graves, Senior Editor, Careers at U.S. News & World Report writes in her article,
USA California Students Participate in Seal Beach Triathlon by Ethan M. Perez Operations Supervisor/Wellness Coordinator USA-San Marcos, CA Duane Pierce, a student at the University of St. Augustine’s (USA) California campus, was the leader and motivator for the USA team of students who participated in the Seal Beach Triathlon on October 20, 2012. Duane is
FPTA Annual Conference & Assembly of Representatives The Florida Physical Therapy Association hosted its Annual Conference and Assembly of Representatives in Daytona Beach, FL, Thursday, September 13, 2012 – Sunday, September 16, 2012. University of St. Augustine’s (USA) Faculty, graduates and students attended this event for 4 days of networking, education, special events and award
By Lisette Hilton Monday October 1, 2012 TodayinPT.com Stanley Paris, PT, PhD, FAPTA Founding President and Chancellor Paris, PT, PhD, FAPTA, is planning to sail around the world. But his will be no leisurely cruise. The New Zealand-born adventurer is having a 63-foot-8-inch vessel built, which he said will allow him to make the journey
Physical therapists help people be fit for life World Confederation for Physical Therapy Evidence shows that people who stay active are more likely to keep working, engaging in society and enjoying life – and that physical therapists have a vital role in helping them do so at every stage of life. This is the message
Featured Researcher – August 2012 By California Physical Therapy Association (CPTA) Kathleen Manella, PT, PhD “The funding I received allowed me to complete my Master’s thesis research project at the University of Southern California. This provided the foundation required to allow me to pursue and recently complete my PhD in Physical Therapy/Motor Conrol at the
This spring and summer, several members of the St. Augustine campus took part in triathlons. Keeping with USA’s core values, each person swam, cycled and ran their way to a healthy and productive lifestyle. On June 17, 2012, nine students from 3rd and 4th terms competed in the Marineland Triathlon. Of the nine students, six
Stanley V. Paris, University of St. Augustine’s Founding President, Alan S. Paris, Chief Development Officer and Matt Daugherty, PT Faculty member, completed a challenging and adventurous cross-country motorcycle ride this past April. The three, along with friends Shane Felker and Clay Sammis (both with Sawtooth Development), made the journey stopping only for overnight rest and
This April, I was privileged to take part in the Federal Advocacy Forum put on by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). This was without a doubt one of the most exciting experiences I have had since starting graduate school last May. I was also fortunate to share this experience with several other students from
Kathy Hagy RN, MSN, CCRN, CNE, OPA faculty member facilitated a relationship with St. Augustine’s Flagler Life Institute and Dr. Patricia Moore to establish learning opportunities for the OPA students. Students will be able to interact with simulated patients in an authentic medical setting. Mrs. Hagy’s background as a nurse educator and her previous experience
Faculty at the University of St. Augustine had an impactful presence at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapist Conference in San Diego, CA this October. Not only did our faculty have a strong showing during the poster presentations, several also gave platform presentations. Dr. Paris delivered the Inaugural Honorary Speaker address to kick