Physical therapy profession timeline Flashcards
1
Q
What is the original name of PTs, originating from a branch of nursing?
A
Reconstruction Aides
2
Q
First PT unit was in what year?
A
1919
3
Q
PT became a professional organization when?
What was it called?
A
In 1921
AWPTA (American Women’s Physical Therapeutic Association)
4
Q
Became American Physiotherapy Association (APA) in what year?
How many members?
A
1931
687 members
5
Q
When were PT code of ethics established?
A
1935
6
Q
Early organizational objectives of the APA
A
- Promote the science of PT
- Establish educational standards & scientific research
- Integrate with other medical professionals
- Provide info for those interested in PT
- Provide a central registry for practicing PT’s
