Resource:
www.apta.org
The American Physical Therapy Association website has helpful
information for consumers regarding health issues, educational programs
for physical therapists, and referral services for physical therapists.
www.aaompt.org
American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists promotes
excellence in orthopaedic manual physical therapy practice, education
and research, and rigorous clinical training programs in orthopedic
manual therapy.
http://www.ccapta.org/
The California Physical Therapy Association is a Chapter of the American
Physical Therapy Association, which represents more than 72,000 physical
therapists and physical therapist assistants nationwide. As the third
largest Physical Therapy association in the world, the California
Physical Therapy Association is the only voice for the physical therapy
profession in the state of California.
http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons engages in health policy and
advocacy activities on behalf of musculoskeletal patients and the
profession of orthopaedic surgery.
http://www.ors.org
The Orthopaedic Research Society (ORS) promotes, supports, develops and
encourages research in orthopaedic surgery, musculoskeletal diseases,
musculoskeletal injuries and disciplines related thereto; to provide,
encourage, develop and sponsor educational activities related to the
foregoing; and to provide forums for dissemination of knowledge in these
fields. The intent of these efforts is to improve the care of patients
with musculoskeletal diseases and injuries.
http://www.aahks.org/
The mission of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)
is to provide leadership in advocacy, education and research to achieve
excellence in hip and knee patient care.
http://www.sportsmed.org
The American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine is a world leader
in sports medicine education, research, communication, and fellowship.
http://www.aofas.org
American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society is a medical specialty society
whose members are orthopaedic surgeons specializing in surgical and
medical treatment of injuries, diseases, and other conditions of the
foot and ankle.
http://ptbc.ca.gov/
Physical Therapy Board of California provides three principal types of
consumer services: verifies education and background prior to licensure,
provides information about the practice of physical therapy by physical
therapists and physical therapist assistants, and investigates
complaints against physical therapists and physical therapist
assistants.
www.rajala.com
Provides all types of rehab equipment from braces to back supports.
www.optp.com
A specialized physical therapy catalog with exercise equipment and
books.
www.fleetfeetsananselmo.com
A good selection of running shoes and over-the-counter arch supports.
http://www.nefitco.com/aquatic.html
Pool exercise
equipment for water exercise, aerobics, aqua fitness and therapy.
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