On July 1, 2023, two important affirmative bills impacting physical therapist practice in Iowa took effect. The first, Senate File 528, permits physical therapists to authorize a patient to use a crossbow during bow hunting season based on existing mobility impairments. […]
DMU Doctor of Physical Therapy Students and Faculty Celebrate Advocacy Wins Read More
When the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) celebrated its 100th year in 2021, DMU’s doctor of physical therapy students and faculty joined its 100 Days of Service Initiative by participating in a variety of service activities during the last 100
Physical therapy students show “what kind of people are in this profession” Read More
In her 35 years as a physical therapist and educator, Juanita Robel, P.T., taught hundreds of students, treated myriad patients, played key roles in revamping and updating curriculum, and served on committees at DMU and in her profession. The one
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Soon after the record Derecho storm passed through Iowa on August 10, DMU students sprang into action to organize a community cleanup effort. Led by organizers in DMU’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program, about 50 students gathered on campus Saturday and Sunday morning,
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DMU physical therapy students expand their skills and impact on patients with equestrian-assisted therapy On a rainy evening this spring, at a large equestrian center just north of Ames, IA, a volunteer leads two women on horseback in a game
Thanks to key efforts by the Iowa Physical Therapy Association (IPTA) and the legislative advocacy of students and faculty from DMU’s doctor of physical therapy program, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact (House File 2425) into
Good news for physical therapists; better news for patients Read More
Tracy Porter, M.S.P.T., joined the DMU faculty on Nov. 24 as assistant director of clinical education for the doctor of physical therapy program. In addition to her academic responsibilities, she provides physical therapy services in the Des Moines University Physical Therapy Clinic.
Tracy Porter, M.S.P.T.’97 Read More