Exploring Physical Therapy History

Exploring Physical Therapy History

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Health Sciences

11th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who is often referred to as the "father of physical therapy" in the United States?

Back

Per Henrik Ling

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In which year was the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) founded?

Back

1921

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which ancient civilization is known to have used massage and hydrotherapy as part of their medical treatments?

Back

Ancient Greece

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the primary reason for the increased demand for physical therapists during World War I?

Back

War injuries and rehabilitation needs

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following is a basic concept in the history of physical therapy?
Options:
Use of exercise for rehabilitation,
Use of antibiotics,
Use of anesthesia,
Use of X-rays

Back

Use of exercise for rehabilitation

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who was the first president of the American Women's Physical Therapeutic Association?

Back

Mary McMillan

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which event in the early 20th century led to the development of physical therapy as a recognized profession in the United States? Options: The Great Depression, The polio epidemic, The invention of the X-ray, The discovery of penicillin

Back

The polio epidemic

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