The AOTA also advocated for OT's to utilize PAMS. In California for instance an OT cannot apply ice, heat, etc. without advanced certification. How is it that any dolt off the street can apply ice to a person, but an educated professional cannot? I will tell you why because OT's did not get together with AOTA to fight PT in the state legislature to include PAMS as part of their education. The AOTA is for the advancement of this profession, and perhaps Ron, if you wanted to change OT's perception from UE therapist, you might find them an ally. I am sure the AOTA would welcome the opportunity to promote OT as more than an "arm pumper".
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