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" Why do you wish to pursue a career in physical therapy and why at our School?"
Several events occurred that have inspired me to go to University of St. Augustine and become a physical therapist. Through my experience with my father's health problem it has instilled in me that physical health is essential in cultivating a healthy lifestyle. My Further explorations as a physical therapist technician and extracurricular involvement has revealed my interest in body mechanics and the pleasure I take in making a meaningful difference in a patient's life through physical acuity.
My first exposure in the field of physical therapy occurred when my father obtained a clogged artery and had heart surgery. As a child my father stressed the importance of being mentally strong in order to prevent illness and be healthy. Before the procedure I envisioned my father as strong and impenetrable; but for the first time I witnessed my father weak, and saw him shed a few tears. This taught me the importance of not only being mentally strong but being physical healthy in order to prevent illness and injuries. After the procedure, the physical therapist came in to take my father for a walk. Seeing the therapist motivate my father to take his first steps after surgery, while explaining the importance being physically active, I knew I wanted to be a physical therapist, so I can motivate others to take their first steps after an injury or surgery and educate them in the importance of practicing a physically active lifestyle.
Through personal experience as an Assistant coach, I've witnessed several injuries caused by physical activity due to improper posture and movement. This sparked my interest in body mechanics- in particularly how can improper posture cause injuries. In my education at San Diego State University, I learned the importance of joint movement and the effects external forces have on body movement. Learning about how body motion is influenced by external forces and how it can be used to improve body mechanics to prevent injuries, has increased my desire to learn all I can about human movement. Also, understanding how these concepts are applied by physical therapist to asses a patient just by looking at joint mobility and body movement has captured my interest in the physical therapists' ability to diagnose a patient based on these principles of Human Anatomy, Physiology, and Physics.
Through my ventures as a physical therapist aide I found my greatest strength in motivating others. I discovered that having the ability to balance the relationship between my patients and I, as their friend and as their physical therapist aide, encourage patients to work harder. My patients remind me of this when they reach full recovery and leave thank you notes for me at the front desk, or stop by and visit. Knowing that I've made a meaningful difference in each of my patient's lives while doing something that fascinates me (the methods and education in physical rehabilitation) is something I see myself doing for a long time.
I bring along a strong grasp of fundamentals in physical therapy-an aptitude for educating others about the importance of physical health and to work with a team, a zest to motivate others and an enthusiastic desire to learn all I can. I want to further my education to gain more knowledge in physical therapy and strengthen my weak points in efforts to become a competent professional. From personal experience and extensive research I have applied to St. Augustine because it is reputable for its manual therapy education. The department website revealed a strong faculty who are widely knowledgeable and continue to make contributions to the field of physical therapy. For instance, Professor Todd Bourgeois is advancing his knowledge in order to further his research in manual manipulation, or Eric Chaconas who obtains a manual therapy certification and is continuing to investigate the effectiveness of manual therapy methods in patients with musculoskeletal dysfunctions. These are the type of professors I wish to learn from in efforts to someday advance my own knowledge and bring new ideas to the realm of physical therapy. Learning from former students, I also witnessed their level of education and readiness to take on their role as a physical therapist. From these experiences I know an education at St. Augustine is what I need to fulfill my aspirations to become an influential/innovative pt.
" Why do you wish to pursue a career in physical therapy and why at our School?"
Several events occurred that have inspired me to go to University of St. Augustine and become a physical therapist. Through my experience with my father's health problem it has instilled in me that physical health is essential in cultivating a healthy lifestyle. My Further explorations as a physical therapist technician and extracurricular involvement has revealed my interest in body mechanics and the pleasure I take in making a meaningful difference in a patient's life through physical acuity.
My first exposure in the field of physical therapy occurred when my father obtained a clogged artery and had heart surgery. As a child my father stressed the importance of being mentally strong in order to prevent illness and be healthy. Before the procedure I envisioned my father as strong and impenetrable; but for the first time I witnessed my father weak, and saw him shed a few tears. This taught me the importance of not only being mentally strong but being physical healthy in order to prevent illness and injuries. After the procedure, the physical therapist came in to take my father for a walk. Seeing the therapist motivate my father to take his first steps after surgery, while explaining the importance being physically active, I knew I wanted to be a physical therapist, so I can motivate others to take their first steps after an injury or surgery and educate them in the importance of practicing a physically active lifestyle.
Through personal experience as an Assistant coach, I've witnessed several injuries caused by physical activity due to improper posture and movement. This sparked my interest in body mechanics- in particularly how can improper posture cause injuries. In my education at San Diego State University, I learned the importance of joint movement and the effects external forces have on body movement. Learning about how body motion is influenced by external forces and how it can be used to improve body mechanics to prevent injuries, has increased my desire to learn all I can about human movement. Also, understanding how these concepts are applied by physical therapist to asses a patient just by looking at joint mobility and body movement has captured my interest in the physical therapists' ability to diagnose a patient based on these principles of Human Anatomy, Physiology, and Physics.
Through my ventures as a physical therapist aide I found my greatest strength in motivating others. I discovered that having the ability to balance the relationship between my patients and I, as their friend and as their physical therapist aide, encourage patients to work harder. My patients remind me of this when they reach full recovery and leave thank you notes for me at the front desk, or stop by and visit. Knowing that I've made a meaningful difference in each of my patient's lives while doing something that fascinates me (the methods and education in physical rehabilitation) is something I see myself doing for a long time.
I bring along a strong grasp of fundamentals in physical therapy-an aptitude for educating others about the importance of physical health and to work with a team, a zest to motivate others and an enthusiastic desire to learn all I can. I want to further my education to gain more knowledge in physical therapy and strengthen my weak points in efforts to become a competent professional. From personal experience and extensive research I have applied to St. Augustine because it is reputable for its manual therapy education. The department website revealed a strong faculty who are widely knowledgeable and continue to make contributions to the field of physical therapy. For instance, Professor Todd Bourgeois is advancing his knowledge in order to further his research in manual manipulation, or Eric Chaconas who obtains a manual therapy certification and is continuing to investigate the effectiveness of manual therapy methods in patients with musculoskeletal dysfunctions. These are the type of professors I wish to learn from in efforts to someday advance my own knowledge and bring new ideas to the realm of physical therapy. Learning from former students, I also witnessed their level of education and readiness to take on their role as a physical therapist. From these experiences I know an education at St. Augustine is what I need to fulfill my aspirations to become an influential/innovative pt.
