The state of New York has the most physical therapy schools within it compared to any other state within the US. There are a total of 21 physical therapy schools within the state of New York. All of these schools are CAPTE-accredited. If you’re looking for more specifics for each of these schools, keep reading. This high number of schools can be …
Debt: Is PT School Worth it? Here’s How You Decide
If there’s one question that the vast majority of individuals considering a career in physical therapy are asking, it’s this: Is going to PT school worth the student loan debt? Anyone considering PT school (or any other type of school, for that matter) is wise to ask this question. As the old saying goes: A fool is quick to part with his …
What is Physical Therapy School Like? Answers to Commonly Asked Questions
If you’re considering Physical Therapy school, have applied, or have been recently accepted and find yourself wondering what life in PT school may be like, then fear not! This blog post has you covered for some of the most commonly asked questions regarding this subject. While physical therapy school can be quite a different experience from one individual to the …
Vaccination Requirements for PT School: Which Vaccines do You Need?
If you’re getting ready to head into PT school, you’re going to need to make sure that your vaccinations are up to date and meet the criteria of the school that you will be attending. There are a number of different vaccinations that you’ll need to show proof of for your school, and if you’re wondering which ones they are, …
A Career in Physical Therapy: Here’s How to Know if it’s Right for You
Many high school and undergraduate students and other individuals wonder if a career in physical therapy is the right one for them. If you’re one of these individuals, it may be stressful to try and figure it all out; becoming a physical therapist is no small task, and deciding on a career can feel like a lot of pressure. So, …
PT School Supplies & Essentials: What Students Need to Have
If PT school is right around the corner for you, you may find yourself wondering if there’s any specific gear or PT equipment that you’ll need to own. If you’re anything like me when I went through PT school, money will be extremely tight and purchasing/investing in equipment will be something that you don’t want to spend a ton of …
How New PT Graduates Can Write a Better Resume: Important Tips
Congrats on getting through PT school and passing your board exam(s)! Whether you had the time of your life or hated every moment of it, your next step is looking to find employment as a newly minted physical therapist. If you can make it through PT school and the board exam, then you certainly can find work within your chosen …
How to Prepare for Your First Physical Therapy Appointment
If you have a physical therapy appointment booked and are wondering what you might need to do in order to prepare for your initial session, this article has you covered. While there likely isn’t too much to prepare for when it comes to your first physical therapy appointment, there are a few key things you can (and should) do in …
Can Physical Therapy Help Me Lose Weight?
Physical health is a pretty big deal. As you likely know, being overweight can have detrimental effects on your physical well-being. What you might not likely know is that many physical therapists are pretty good at helping you implement changes to you physical activity in ways that can help you lose weight (and subsequently prevent further pain and injury). Physical …
How Can Physical Therapy Help with Balance Issues?
Balance is one of those many things in life that we take for granted with our body. Once we begin to experience balance issues however, we can be reminded just how much we depend on our balance to get us safely and effectively through each and every day. Balance issues can arise for a number of different reasons and can …