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Soundwaves |
May-Jun 2008 Volume XXVIII,
Issue 3 |
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MN APTA will be at the |
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-- Governor
Pawlenty Signs Consumer Access Bill by Kathleen
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-- Wii’re Going to the Fair by Ann Ryan, PT |
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-- MN APTA Spring Election Results by Carla Tocko, PT |
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-- Federal Legislative Update by Eva Norman, PT |
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-- Experiencing Our APTA by Jim Andresen, PT |
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-- Chiropractor Bill to Restrict PT Not
Heard in This Legislative Session by Kathleen
Picard, PT |
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-- Minnesota Athletic Trainers Fail to
Seek Scope of Practice Expansion by Kathleen
Picard, PT |
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-- Student Special Interest Group Activities
Update by Katrina Kneeskern, SPT |
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-- Evidence in Action: Plantar
Fasciitis reviewed by the MN APTA
Research Committee |
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MN APTA Updates |
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-- From the President: Relevance
and Engagement
by Joan Purrington, PT |
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-- From the Executive Director: Thank
You to All Who Helped Pass Consumer Access Bill by |
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FIND
A PT Find a PT is a web-based referral
service located on the APTA (national) website. Be
sure to sign up for this member-only benefit! Consumers use Find a PT to located
physical therapists in their areas, and APTA promotes this service to the
public in many of its materials. To
enroll in Find a PT, visit www.apta.org/findapt. Find a PT
enables consumers to search a national database of physical therapist members
of the APTA for the purpose of finding a physical therapist that is right for
them. Consumers are informed that physical
therapists who are members of the American Physical Therapy Association are
bound by the Association’s Code of Ethics and are especially committed to
providing competent and compassionate care.
Informed consumers are also made aware that physical therapists must
be licensed by the state in which they practice. |
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By Kathleen Picard, PT, MN APTA
Board of Directors APTA Member since 1977 |
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On April 17, Governor Pawlenty signed the Consumer Access to
Physical Therapy Bill into law. Effective August 1, this law represents a
four-year effort to expand access to services by removing barriers that were
put in place over 20 years ago. The bill was passed unanimously in both the state
House and state Senate. “This is landmark legislation,” says MN APTA President Joan
Purrington. “Consumers in The new law removes the referral requirement for physical
therapy services that include prevention, wellness, education and exercise.
Consumers seeking services other than prevention, wellness, education and
exercise and who do not have a medical diagnosis will be able to receive
physical therapy services for 90 days before requiring a referral to
continue. During their first year of practice, a newly licensed physical therapist
will have the option to practice without a referral if working in
collaboration with another physical therapist (with more than one year
experience) or to practice under physician referral. The law also requires a report by the Minnesota Board of
Physical Therapy (BPT) to the legislature. Due on January 15, 2010, the BPT
will report any disciplinary actions taken against physical therapists whose
conduct resulted in physical harm to a patient, and if that conduct was a
result of the changes made by this law. The Consumer Access Bill (CAB) workgroup will be working to
develop educational materials to help further define how the bill will impact
practice. By August 1, physical
therapists can expect a mailing with written materials from MN APTA and this
fall, five MN APTA continuing education courses will be offered to discuss
the practical application of the law. Tentative locations will include The MN APTA Board of Directors extends a huge thank you to the Consumer
Access Bill Workgroup for countless hours of dedication and to the grassroots
members who advocated politically on behalf of the profession and the
patients we serve. The Board of Directors is enormously grateful for the commitment
by our chief authors, Representative Paul Thissen ( Take time to contact
your Minnesota State Senator and State Representative, and thank them for
supporting this bill. Let them know they contributed to substantive reform
and that healthcare in |
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The
MN PT PAC would like to thank the
63+ individuals that have supported PAC this year so far. Without each person’s commitment, PTs and
PTAs would have a difficult time representing their interests in the
legislature. We would like to
especially recognize those that have contributed at the following levels: Contributing ($75-$99) Ward
Glasoe, PT; Janice Haley, PTA; Nancy Kukulka, PT; Deborah Madanayake, PT; Matthew
Vraa, PT Supporting ($100-$249) Barbara
Baum, PT; Monica Chase, PT; Leslie Gentner, PT; Suzanne Grill, PT; Rick
Hjelm, PT; Alana Howey, PT; Tammy Kasprowicz, PT; Jeffrey Kittleson, PT; Ann
Lamb, PT; Joe Michaelis, PT; Peter Polga, PT; Ann Ryan, PT; Gregory Samuelson, PT; John
Schmitt, PT; Lillian Schroeder, PT; Eldon Soderberg, PT; David Solheim, PT; Ryan
Torgrude, PT; David Wieber, PT; Anita Winkels, PT; Mark Wolfe, PT Leading ($250-$499) Judy
Hawley, PT Visionary ($500+) Joan
Purrington, PT; Dan Wolfe, PT We
have many legislators to thank for assistance in the passage of our
bill. Your continued generous support
will help reelect the legislators who support the physical therapy profession!
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By Ann Ryan, PT, MN APTA State Fair
Workgroup Chair APTA Member since 1977 |
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This year, Health Fair host KARE-11 is determined
to have the Nintendo Wii Fit (which came out in May 2008) as an activity in
the Health Fair building, and they offered it to MN APTA! Thanks to all past State Fair volunteers—your
professionalism and good work has paid off!
Wii’re in at the Fair! This is great timing, considering our bill
providing unrestricted consumer access for prevention, wellness, education
and exercise was signed by Governor Pawlenty earlier this year. Just imagine
our lines at the Fair, and the opportunity to educate so many people about
the value of physical therapy! The State Fair Workgroup has organized this
project into several teams this year. The Health and Wellness Committee (co-chaired
by MarySue Ingman, PT, and Sarah Noonan, PT) will oversee how we use the Wii
Fit and which handouts we will have at the booth. We will also have a coordinator
for registering volunteers and support with volunteer training and
communication. A project this size needs many volunteers to be
successful. How can you get involved? Mark your calendars now for August 21 through September 1, 2008! We have at least 170 four-hour shifts at the Fair
to fill with PTs, PTAs, and students. We welcome help “playing” with the Wii
programs and deciding on additional handouts. We also need someone with
regular computer access and good organizational skills to schedule volunteers.
If you have suggestions on how to effectively train and communicate with
volunteers, we could use your expertise. And what will you gain by volunteering? From a personal perspective, lots of fun,
social time with peers and mentors, a free APTA shirt, and entrance to the Fair
are yours for as little as four hours of your time. Professionally, you have
the opportunity to promote our profession to a huge audience using a fun, new
activity; to develop professional skills in behind-the-scenes organization
and/or public speaking; and to grow from networking and mentoring
opportunities in abundance. We welcome interested individuals to join us as
we plan this exciting event. Please contact State Fair Workgroup Chair Ann
Ryan, PT, at statefair@mnapta.org
or 612.850.0269. For more information or to sign up, go to the MN APTA State Fair web page. Wii’re
gonna WOW ‘em! Sign up NOW!
See you at the Fair! |
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By
Jackie Harry, PT, MN APTA
Secretary APTA
Member Since 1985 |
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Many deserving individuals were honored this year
at the awards ceremony for their service to the chapter and to the physical
therapy profession. MN APTA recognized the following outgoing chairpersons
for their leadership and commitment: -- Kristen Bailey, SPT: Student Special Interest
Group -- Laura Gilchrist, PT: Research Committee -- Linda Gustafson, PT: QI Committee -- Jon Nordrum, PT: Ethics Committee -- Carla Tocko, PT: Nominating Committee Our chapter has benefited a great amount from the
work of these individuals! MN APTA also honored outgoing Board of Directors
members Becky Olson Kellogg, PT, and Deb Sellheim, PT, recognizing their many
hours of hard work in service of our chapter. Our chapter’s 15 newly certified clinical
specialists were recognized for going the extra mile to demonstrate their
expertise and inspiring others with their pursuit of excellence. MN APTA gave Outstanding Student Awards to the
following student PTs and student PTAs, honoring their leadership, community
service, and academic excellence in their respective PT and PTA programs: -- Kathy Blum, SPTA ( -- Gail Cannon, SPTA ( -- Lori Glaser, SPTA ( -- Amanda Lampi, SPT ( -- Brook Darst Rice, SPT ( -- Rachel Vohs, SPT ( -- Lindsey Vandenberg, SPT ( The MN APTA Friend of Physical Therapy Award was
given to The Corrine Ellingham Outstanding Service Award
was conferred upon outgoing board member Becky Olson-Kellogg, PT, whose
exemplary service over many years has enriched our chapter. She touches the
lives of many other members through her professionalism, compassion, and
great knowledge of physical therapy. Judy Taplin, PT, was presented with the Marilyn
Woods Long Term Service Award in appreciation from our membership for her
quiet leadership and commitment to our profession, and for modeling these
behaviors in all that she does. We are enriched by the efforts and contributions
of all of our volunteers, and especially those honored at Spring Conference.
Thanks to all of you on behalf of the chapter! |
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By
Carla Tocko, PT, Nominating
Committee Chair APTA
Member Since 1999 |
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On behalf of the nominating committee, I would like to announce
the results of the 2008 election. The
following MN APTA members were elected to office: President Joan Purrington, PT Vice President Craig Johnson, PT Directors Hanna Barker, PT Lisa Dutton, PT Jan Haley, PTA Peter Polga, PT Suzanne Wiebusch, PT Delegates Joan Bohmert, PT Laura Gilchrist, PT Susan Sisola, PT Barb Wiegand, PT Nominating
Committee Cort Cieminski, PT Erik Gram, PT Thank you to all of the members who ran for office this
year. Your commitment and dedication
to our chapter’s success is greatly appreciated. |
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By Eva Norman, PT,
Federal Government Affairs Chair APTA Member since 1994 |
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Photo captions: Top, Left: Rep. Jim Ramstad is the recipient of the 2008 MN APTA Friend of
Physical Therapy Award. Left to right:
Anne Lamb, PT; Jeffery Newman; PT, Alana Howey, PT; Rep. Jim Ramstad; Eva
Norman, PT; Karin Hope, Rep. Ramstad's
Health Legislative Assistant; Jim Andresen, PT Bottom, Right: MN APTA meets with Sen. Norm Coleman to discuss issues related
to physical therapy on April 21, 2008.
Left to Right: Jim Carey,
PT; Holly Clinch, PT; Kathleen Picard, PT; John Schmitt, PT; Judy Hawley, PT; Gregg Tranowski,
PT; Terry Cherner, PT; Eva Norman, PT;
Senator Norm Coleman; Kristin Sungaard, PT; Peter Polga, PT; Terry Buisman, PT; Joan Purrington, PT; Ann
Ryan, PT; Phil Lamb; Barbara Baum, PT
This year’s recipient of the MN
APTA Friend of Physical Therapy Award was Rep. Jim Ramstad (above left).
He unfortunately could not attend the MN APTA Spring Conference on April 18
to receive the award. We decided to hand-deliver the award while we
were in Ramstad was very appreciative, yet sorry he could not personally
accept the award at our conference. Instead, he showed his appreciation
by later sending a very sincere acceptance speech (PDF). Back in If you are interested in learning more about the federal issues
or joining the Federal Key Contact Workgroup, please contact me at LEARN - ADVOCATE - EDUCATE Invest in your profession! Physical therapy is counting on
you! For More
Information: -- APTA
Legislative Action Center (APTA > Advocacy > -- MN APTA
Congressional Friends of Physical Therapy -- MN
APTA Friend of PT Award presentation speech to Rep. Jim Ramstad (PDF) -- Acceptance
speech from Rep. Jim Ramstad (PDF) |
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By
Jim Andresen, PT (below, second from right) APTA
Member Since 1975 |
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My wife and I had just returned from The following are my observations as a first time attendee to
the Federal Advocacy Forum: APTA is a well organized association. I want to thank all the people responsible
for the Forum. They are knowledgeable
professionals who did an excellent job of informing us about APTA political
issues and preparing us for a Capitol Hill visit. I feel more connected with APTA as a result
of meeting members on the national level, whose names I recognized from
monthly publications. I admire their
dedication and passion for our profession. I was impressed by how well APTA is known on Capitol Hill. That only happens because members of our
association have sacrificed their personal time over many years to enhance
the profession of physical therapy. I have a much more positive attitude
about the inner workings of our I want to thank MN APTA for paying for my registration fee and
giving me the opportunity to participate in the Federal Advocacy Forum. I am extremely impressed by Eva Norman, PT,
who is our Federal Government Affairs Liaison. Eva’s energy and enthusiasm is
infectious! She is well organized and
obviously very passionate about her job.
She knows many people on the national APTA level, but also knows a lot
of people on Capitol Hill. We can be
very thankful that Eva volunteers on our behalf on the state and national
level. I am thankful for the new people I met and for the opportunity
to renew some previous acquaintances from the I feel more empowered as a result of participating in APTA’s
Federal Advocacy Forum. I am proud to
be a member of APTA. There is
tremendous potential in the members and strength in numbers. I highly encourage everyone to get
involved. Photo caption: Federal Key Contacts at
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Chiropractor Bill to Restrict Physical Therapy Not Heard in
This Legislative Session |
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Kathleen Picard, PT, Board
of Directors APTA
Member Since 1977 |
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The Minnesota Chiropractic Association (MCA) introduced a bill
this session that attempted to redefine chiropractic and attempted to
restrict the scope of practice of physical therapy. The bill, which was never
heard in committee, sought to make it illegal for physical therapists to
provide manual therapy, mobilization, and manipulation. These interventions have long been considered within the PT
scope of practice and it is the goal of MN APTA to preserve the authority of
physical therapists to provide manual therapy, including manipulation and
mobilization. MN APTA is committed to a continued dialogue with MCA and will
stand firm that manual therapy, mobilization and manipulation are services
that have been safely and legally provided by physical therapists for many
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By
Kathleen Picard, PT, Board
of Directors APTA
Member Since 1977 |
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In a 3-3 vote by the Minnesota House Health Licensing
Subcommittee, the Minnesota Athletic Trainers’ Association’s (MATA) bill did
not move forward this session. HF 2399 / SF 2336 sought to expand the scope
of practice for athletic trainers to include the treatment of non-athletes
for non-athletic injuries. In dispute were the provisions that would have removed all
reference to “athlete” and “athletic” in the athletic training licensure
statute. The word ‘athlete” would have been replaced by the word “patient”
and the word “athletic” in association with “injuries” would have been
eliminated altogether. MATA denied any intention of expanding the scope of practice of
athletic trainers. However, MN APTA maintains that removing the context that
defines the kind of patient and the kind of injury results in a departure
from the traditional notion of athletic trainers treating athletes with
athletic injuries. MN APTA supports athletic trainers providing athletic training.
We believe that athletic training services should be called, coded, and
billed as athletic training services and not described or billed as physical
therapy. We maintain that athletic training services should reflect the
services for which athletic trainers are educated in ALL athletic training
curricula so that academic preparation and clinical training requirements
hold ALL athletic trainers to the same entry level competencies. Seeking to expand the scope of practice without a commensurate
expansion of educational requirements poses a risk to public safety. MN APTA will continue to dialogue with MATA after the
legislative session comes to a close. Anyone interested in joining the AT
Workgroup should contact Judy Hawley, PT, at 651-635-0902 or by e-mail at
judyhawley@mnapta.org. |
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APTA
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The Student Special Interest Group (SSIG) held a wonderful
meeting following the concurrent sessions on Saturday at the MN APTA Spring
Conference. On Call Clinicians
sponsored the meeting and had a table full of wonderful appetizers for
students to enjoy. Susan Behne and
Kate Barcow, PT, represented the company well and provided students with the
means to contact On Call Clinicians as a future employer. During the business portion of the meeting,
SSIG conducted elections for the upcoming year. At the time of the elections, a chair was
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