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Senate Co-Sponsorship Memoranda
Senate of Pennsylvania
Session of 2021 - 2022
Regular Session
MEMORANDUM
| Posted: | September 28, 2022 03:38 PM |
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| From: | Senator Christine M. Tartaglione |
| To: | All Senate members |
| Subject: | National Physical Therapy Month |
| This year is the 30th anniversary of National Physical Therapy Month, which raises awareness about the many benefits of physical therapy. In the near future, I intend to introduce a resolution recognizing the month of October 2022, as National Physical Therapy Month in Pennsylvania. National Physical Therapy Month was initially observed as a week-long event in 1981. The length of the observance for the field of physical therapy increased to an entire month by 1992, which may be attributable to the expansive applications of this field in our daily lives. Today, this commemoration continues to serve as an opportunity to help physical therapists and physical therapy assistants to educate their communities about their profession and its uses. Physical therapists’ main priority is to help individuals improve their quality of life. Techniques used by these medical health professionals can help reduce pain and discomfort and help improve range of motion, often without surgery or drugs. In addition to relieving present ailments, such as arthritis, repetitive stress injuries, posture problems, sports injuries, or back and neck pain, physical therapists can prevent bodily injuries by providing individuals with customized exercise plans. Their training, skill and specialized knowledge extend to every level of the physical condition, making them an invaluable tool to the public’s health and wellness. The American Physical Therapy Association's goal is to help individuals avoid opioids and surgery when suffering from lingering injuries or issues by choosing a physical therapist. Please join me cosponsoring this resolution recognizing the month of October 2022 as National Physical Therapy Month and celebrate this occupation and its dedicated professionals. |
Introduced as SR367
Memo Updated: September 28, 2022 03:39 PM