Taken from APTA's web site: =====================================================================
APTA's Public Relations Efforts Get Physical Therapy in the News As a result of its proactive and ongoing public relations efforts that promote PTs as the practitioners of choice for people with conditions that affect movement and function, APTA's Public Relations Department received requests for interviews from two large media outlets this week -- Reuters Inc and WTTG, Fox 5, in Washington DC. On Wednesday, Fox 5 contacted APTA for information on a story about handbag safety. Patrice Winter, PT, MPT, MS, FAAOMPT, was interviewed in Washington, DC, and the story aired Wednesday evening at 5 pm and 10 pm. Fox 5 has posted an extended interview with Winter on its Web site at www.myfoxdc.com. (Click on Patrice Winter - Extended Interview under the Seen on TV tab on the right side of the homepage.) The Fox 5 story was a result of APTA's Public Relations Department fielding a media request from Reuters Inc on Tuesday. A reporter called inquiring about the hazards of carrying large, heavy purses and asked to speak with a PT. William Case, PT, was interviewed for the story, which broke Tuesday evening. ===================================================================== This sort of represents how everyday activity can negatively affect one's physical health. I wonder is best trained to answer these questions, OT or PT? Ron -- Options? www.otnow.com/mailman/options/otlist_otnow.com Archive? www.mail-archive.com/otlist@otnow.com ************************************************************************************** Enroll in Boston University's post-professional Master of Science for OTs Online. Gain the skills and credentials to propel your career. www.otdegree.com/otn **************************************************************************************
