Manipulation Legislative Battles, Advocacy, And Practice Protection

Thursday, October 30, 2008

1:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Pre Conference Workshop- Manipulation Legislative Battles, Advocacy, And Practice Protection

Cost: $35 donation to PAC for all PTs. FREE for students!!!

 

This special half-day Pre-Conference workshop is offered in support with the Physical

Therapy Association of Washington The special registration fee for this session will be

allocated as a PAC contribution to the Physical Therapy Association of Washington. Our

thanks to the presenters and to the Physical Therapy Association of Washington for bringing this important information to the AAOMPT registrants as well as the Physical Therapy community of Washington State as they face the challenge of addressing current legislation affecting our profession.

This pre-conference course will include three primary components. The first component will be include description of legislative strategies used by physical therapists over the past 20 years to defend the right to practice manipulation in the legislative and regulatory area. The second component will include the current legislative initiatives by the physical therapists in Washington State designed to restore the right to practice spinal manipulation in Washington State. Grassroots efforts and strategies to build relationships with legislators will be emphasized throughout the presentation. The third component of the presentation will include a panel discussion with opportunities for participant interaction to further educate on advocacy for physical therapy practice.

 

Session Objectives:

1. Discuss the legal and legislative implications of manipulation and how it impacts PT

practice.

2. Discuss legislative strategies used by the chiropractic profession

3. Discuss legislative strategies for protecting physical therapy scope of practice in manual therapy and manipulation

4. Provide the necessary tools and resources to empower physical therapists to become

advocates for protection of manipulation within physical therapy practice

5. Discuss WPTA initiatives to restore spinal manipulation

 

Presenters:

William Boissonnault, PT, DHSc, DPT, FAAOMPT

Associate Professor, Division of Physical Therapy

University of Wisconsin, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

 

Ken Olson, PT, DHSc, OCS, FAAOMPT

Northern Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Associates

 

Steve McDavitt, PT, DPT, MS, FAAOMPT

Saco Bay Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy

 

Melissa Johnson

Lobbyist, PTWA

My Experience at the 2008 APTA House of Delegates

Imagine an enormous room filled with more than 400 physical therapists, physical therapy assistants, and students from around the nation. As you walk into this room for the first time, you can hear the music blaring, papers rustling, loud chatter, and ongoing debate, as the giant clock projected on the screen counts down and everyone scurries to take their seat. The stage is set for the APTA House of Delegates, the governing body of our profession. Over the next few days, the speaker of the house, with his witty humor, will direct over 200 voting members, selected by their state associations, along the legislative path. On this floor, they will debate, amend, postpone, withdraw, and refer on several motions brought forth by different components of APTA, until a vote is called and affirmed with either, a “Yay” or “Nay”.

 I remember the very moment I walked into the room for the first time; I was speechless. I thought to myself, WOW! This is where it all takes place, where leaders make the decisions as to the direction of our profession.  At this moment, my understanding of the purpose of APTA became very clear. I felt proud to be a member. I realized that APTA brings unity to our profession and without it we would not thrive and flourish as a whole.  This organization is well run by the top leaders in our profession who are dedicated to the advancement of all of our interests. So, for all of you who wonder where your dues money goes and why you pay so much to belong to one organization, I can assure you, it is all worth it. I have made it my duty and obligation as a future physical therapist to support my profession by being a member for life. I challenge you to do so as well.

Sincerely,

Brett Neilson

PTWA Student Liaison

Housing Wanted in Ballard/Seattle Area

Hi Everyone,
My name is Brad Defenbaugh and I am a PT student from St. Ambrose University. I have an 8 week clinical in Ballard at Advanced Manual Therapy and I was wondering if anyone had an extra room available from July 28th-Sept 19th. I would only need to stay in the room from Mon night-Thurs night because on weekends I will be staying with my brother in North Bend. If you have a room or know someone who does, email me at

defenbaughb13@gmail.com

Thank You for the hospitality.

AAOMPT –sSIG Executive Elections

Now Requesting New Platforms!!!

The purpose of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy – student special interest group (AAOMPT-sSIG) is to serve its members by fostering active student involvement in the AAOMPT. This will be done by facilitating the advancement of the orthopedic manual physical therapy practice and enhancing the use of current evidence-based manual physical therapy practice.

Goals of the AAOMPT-sSIG
-To provide extra opportunities to grow as a student PT
-Promote discussions between students, faculty, and fellows
-Accelerate decision making skills and processes
-Networking with future colleagues

The AAOMPT-sSIG will start requesting platforms for executive positions on June 2nd and will run until June 16th. Platforms will be posted for active student members to view and elections will be held on the 23rd. If you are interested in running for a position please send platforms kwong2@kumc.edu by June 16th. See below for instructions on elections process.
-Executive Committee Positions two year term – the first year will consist of learning and assisting; the second year you will play the active role and mentor the incoming committee.

Requirements
-AAOMPT student member ($15 to join at aaompt.org)Starting the 2nd year of PT school (to allow for a 2 year term)
-Manual therapy experience (education background and/or clinical rotation background)

Description of Positions:
President: The President shall be responsible for preparing agendas and conducting all meetings of the AAOMPT-sSIG Leadership Committee. He/she shall report biannually to the AAOMPT-sSIG membership. The President will play a supervisory role to ensure the promotion and action of the AOMPT-sSIG Mission. He/she shall serve as a liaison between the Leadership Committee and the members of the sSIG. He/she shall be the chief liaison between the Leadership Committee and the AAOMPT Executive Committee
Vice President: The Vice-President shall assist President in all duties and assume those duties in the President’s absence. He/she shall assume responsibility for maintaining internal relations among members of the sSIG.
Treasurer: The Treasurer shall be responsible for managing the funds allocated to the SSIG by the AAOMPT and any funds collected through fund-raising events. He/she shall be responsible for accessing funds in accordance to the decisions made by the Leadership Committee. He/she shall maintain accurate and complete records of financial transactions and make these available to the SSIG or AAOMPT upon request. The records of transactions shall be reviewed and audited by the Secretary at least on an annual basis. He/she shall be a source for understanding the financial system within the AAOMPT-SSIG in regards to purchase orders, check requests, deposits, etc. He/she shall assume duties of Secretary in the Secretary’s temporary absence.
Secretary: The Secretary shall conduct the election of AAOMPT-SSIG officers The Secretary shall be responsible for taking, recording, and distributing minutes from each leadership meeting to members of SSIG within 10 days. He/she shall compile and distribute agendas for future meetings. He/she shall act as the auditor of the financial transactions of the AAOMPT–SSIG and shall review these records at least on an annual basis. 
Member at Large: The Member at Large shall be responsible for representing student members of the AAOMPT within the Leadership Committee. He/she shall bring ideas from the member base to the Leadership Committee table for discussion. He/she shall serve as liaison between the Leadership Committee and the members of the SSIG and shall coordinate regular communications/ updates with the SSIG.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the election process please contact:
Kelli Wong, SPT, AAOMPT-sSIG President
University of Kansas Medical Center DPT class of 2009
kwong2@kumc.edu
913-907-9887

Fundraiser for Christine Gregoire

Last Thursday, May 22nd, I was fortunate enough to be able to attend the fundraiser event hosted by PTWA for Christine Gregoire. The governor has been a strong supported of our profession throughout her time in office. In 2005 she signed our consumer protection act, something she took a lot of heat for. She is incredibly passionate about the healthcare system, especially when it comes to children.  During her speech to the 30 attending this intimate event, she really hit home when she began talking about evidence based research.  At this point, Jeremy Angaran and Bob Boyles, co-chairs of the manipulation task force,  interjected and gave a very solid statement about manipulation. Jeremy touched on issues of LBP and how it is a billion dollar medical problem and that the services PTs can provide, are cost effective and research shows favorable outcomes. He then stated that WA state is one of 2 states where manipulation is not allowed to be practiced. Therefore we as PTs cannot offer best practice. Jeremy then informed her of our student poll that showed that 31% of students graduating are thinking about leaving the state because of this issue. I was shocked to learn that the governor was incredibly knowledgeable about this issue, although she was shocked that WA is one of two states that cannot manipulate. In her statements following, she discussed how surgery is not the answer to LBP and costs healthcare billions with unfavorable results. Several other issues where brought up as well including how MRIs have become  the new 1st line of defense because they are "sexy" as Bob always says and cost healthcare millions, when a simple X-ray would suffice. Needless to say, Christine Gregoire is on our side! She has already provided us with several contacts so that we can begin getting legislation written up. She is incredibly passionate about the healthcare system and is an amazing Governor, arguably one of the best in the nation. As this is an election year, I urge everyone to seriously consider supporting and backing Christine Gregoire. ~ spread the word.

Brett Neilson

PTWA Student Liaison

AAOMPT Annual Conference 2008

AAOMPT Annual Conference 2008

AAOMPT Annual Conference

October 29-November 2, 2008

Seattle, Washington

Pain: From Science to Solutions

 

On-line Registration and Program Information is Now Available!

 

The 2008 AAOMPT Annual Conference is the national conference where persons having a common interest in orthopedic manual physical therapy (OMPT) may meet, confer and promote research, practice, and patient care.

The conference programming will focus on the various types and causes of pain providing attendees with state of the art treatment strategies.

Don’t miss this opportunity to participate in this important conference with your peers and gain information and resources to advance your skill level and increase proficiency in OMPT.

 Please forward this info to all of your PT colleagues who are not AAOMPT members.  Let the secret out that the AAOMPT Annual Meeting is the most exciting and informative PT conference in the US!

Make the decision to attend and register today!!!

Click here for on-line registration!

 

Exceptional Educational Opportunities will be offered.

• Pre-Conference Sessions.  These sessions will offer in-depth information and interactive group dynamics to present best practices, tools and applicable solutions in four hot topic areas.
• Keynote Presentations: Manipulating the Brain by David Butler, Neuro Orthopaedic Institute Australasia Pty, Ltd., Treating Chronic Back Pain: Can There Be Too Much of A Good Thing? By Richard Deyo, MD, MPH, and How Does Manual Therapy Inhibit Pain? By Steven George, PT PhD
• Educational Breakout Sessions. A full day of educational breakout sessions will be offered in repeating time slots to allow you to attend as many as possible.

 Updated program information is now on-line!

Click here for the conference agenda and detail on educational sessions.

Inclusive Registration Fees

• Full Conference Registration fees include the Keynote Presentations, Breakout Sessions, Research Day, entrance to the Exhibit Hall and networking meal functions including two lunches, Welcome Reception, Poster Presentation Meet and Greet reception and the Friday evening Reception and Dance.
• Registration Packages are available to combine Pre-Conference Course Registration and Full Conference at a cost savings!

Grade V Baby - UPS Class of 2009

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Clinical Prediction Rule Videos

Texas States PT students put the Ottawa Knee Rule and the CPR for stabilization to good use in CSI Miami and the Bachelor.

CSI Miami (Ottawa Knee Rule)

The Bachleor (CPR Stabilization)

Thank you for voting!

First off, thank you to everyone who voted on the PTWA Student Blog. Overall 116 people voted!!! 31% of the students stated that the current state of manipulation would effect their decision to stay in WA upon graduation. This is a big number considering the focus of the Spring PTWA conference was on the shortage of physical therapists in WA state.

This information was presented to all members at the conference during a panel discussion. I got several remarks from people who were very amazed at these statistics and had never thought about this issue affecting the shortage. So thank you to everyone for helping to increase awareness and support for manipulation in WA state. 

Secondly, PTWA held a fundraiser dinner for two of our legislators, Dawn Morrell and Eileen Cody last friday, both whom have been large supporters of PT issues/legislation. Jeremy Angaran, co-lead of the manipulation task force got to chat with Dawn about the issue of manipulation. Jeremy increased her awareness that manipulation is a skill that PTs are trained in. He also presented to her that this issue is very important to our newly graduating students and that if we don't remove the ambiguity from our current laws, many students will leave our state. So thank you again to all who voted and to Jeremy for spreading the student voice. As a united student front we will be heard and we will affect change! Lets keep it up.

Viva la Revolution!

Brett Neilson

PTWA Student Liaison