{"id":1673,"date":"2021-09-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-01T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ati.local\/?p=1673"},"modified":"2024-12-17T18:50:26","modified_gmt":"2024-12-17T18:50:26","slug":"national-physical-therapy-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.atipt.com\/national-physical-therapy-month\/","title":{"rendered":"National Physical Therapy Month"},"content":{"rendered":"

Celebrate National Physical Therapy Month!<\/h1>\n

The month of October is dedicated to a topic we here at ATI celebrate every day: physical therapy! National Physical Therapy Month gives us a unique opportunity to promote our talented therapists, the value of PT and the role physical therapists play in helping people overcome physical challenges.<\/p>\n

To our therapists and clinic team members, thank you for your commitment to exceptional care and for bringing happiness and joy to those who need it most. You play a critical role in helping raise awareness around PT and educating patients. Your work ensures a healthier, stronger tomorrow for those who are being cared for today.<\/p>\n

To our patients, we consider you to be a part of the ATI Family. Thank you for trusting us as your partner in health and believing in the value of PT. Our mission every day is to exceed your expectations by providing the highest quality of care in a friendly and encouraging environment.<\/p>\n

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What is National Physical Therapy (PT) Month?<\/h2>\n

Established by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), National Physical Therapy Month is \u201ca time to celebrate the profession and all the ways physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and PT and PTA students help improve lives across the country.\u201d<\/p>\n

Each year, the APTA chooses a new focus for National PT Month to promote a pressing subject within the profession. The focus for 2021 is\u00a0the importance of physical activity<\/a>\u00a0and how PTs play a role in getting people moving. With the weather cooling down and the state of the pandemic uncertain, it is as important as ever to keep physical activity at the forefront of our minds.<\/p>\n

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The Benefits Of Physical Therapy<\/h2>\n

Physical therapy is often thought of as what\u2019s required after surgery or for injury recovery, but PT is much more than just those examples of reactive care.<\/p>\n

As highly-trained, licensed healthcare professionals, physical therapists can diagnose\/assist with a wide range of physical conditions, advise on the best course of action and develop a treatment plan.<\/p>\n

With PT, you can:<\/p>\n