Political therapy: make your voice heard

Article Abstract:

This article examines the work of physical therapists and the American Physical Therapy Association to influence state and federal health care policy. Physical therapists in the political arena stress the importance of grassroots lobbying efforts for the profession.

Health care industry, Cover Story

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You're elected- to help strengthen the profession's political clout

Article Abstract:

The American Physical Therapy Association encourages physical therapists to contribute to political causes that impact the profession. Action that physical therapists can take include voting, volunteering in elections, grassroots campaigning, and becoming better informed about pending legislation that concerns physical therapy.

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Succeeding in the state legislature

Article Abstract:

This article offers advice for physical therapists on how to become involved in lobbying for health policies at the state level. Topics addressed include the political activity of the American Physical Therapy Association, how to assess negotiation skills, and what constitutes a successful lobbying campaign.

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