Physical
Therapy
Description
Training experiences are offered throughout the year for
entry-level Master’s and Doctoral students in physical therapy.
Clinical experiences in physical therapy include programs
designed for children with developmental delay. Services are
provided to children primarily in early intervention up to
age 21.
Physical therapy intervention with children
takes place in a variety of unique settings including the
home, the Physical Therapy clinic, and at LeBonheur Early
Intervention and Development (LEAD) located at LeBonheur Children’s
Medical Center. This variety of settings allows students to
interact and work with different disciplines through an interdisciplinary
approach.
Interaction with different disciplines occurs
during treatment sessions, team case conference meetings,
in-service trainings, and other educational opportunities.
Educational opportunities are available through BCDD interdisciplinary
Training Series, grand rounds, brown bag lunches, and clinical
consultations with different professionals.
Objectives for physical therapy students
during their internship include:
- Administration of testing tools
- Interpretation of evaluation findings
- Understanding and identifying impairments, functional
limitations and disabilities in children
- Developing and applying a treatment plan for pediatric
clients
- Understanding treatment approaches used in pediatric physical
therapy
- Understanding roles of physical therapy and other service
providers in a multi-team approach
Who Can Apply?
Applicants for stipends must be United States citizens or non-citizens admitted to the United States as permanent residents. To download an application for a traineeship
or fellowship, click here to view critera and details.
Contact
For more information, contact the Chief of Physical
Therapy, BCDD, 711 Jefferson Avenue, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 448-6511.
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