Technology-Based Educational Materials for Spanish Speakers Ana-Clara Caldwell, SPT Background: I have always had a passion for working with children and am hoping to pursue a career in pediatrics upon graduation. As a camp counselor, nanny, tutor, and personal assistant … Read more
Background Prior to this project presenting itself as a possibility, I have always been passionate about evidence based practice in the realms of sports medicine, sports physical therapy, athletic training, and human performance enhancement. Before starting in … Read more
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) & Graston Techniques Melissa Carr, SPT & Rachel Labella, SPT Background Together, Rachel and I share a passion for orthopedics and intervention techniques that improve the level of care we can provide to our … Read more
Aquatic Therapy for Amputees: Diving in to Rehabilitation, Exercise, and Recreation Hannah Zimmer, SPT University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill DPT Capstone Project 2021 Background & Statement of Need The purpose of this project is to create an … Read more
Helping Kids with Hemiplegia Camp: Therapeutic Rationale, Handling Techniques, and Activity Recommendations By Kaitlynn Durkin, SPT Background: Throughout my Doctor of Physical Therapy education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, my passion for working with children … Read more
Spanish Translation and Cultural Adaptation of Therapist Education and Massage for Parent-Infant Outcomes (TEMPO) Parent Education Materials Leslie Sierra-Arevalo, SPT The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Background and Statement of Need The purpose of this project was … Read more
1 Prepared and Ready: Equipping Students for Meaningful Post-secondary Opportunities By Shelby Miller, SPT Background of Project Development This project is related to preparing students with disabilities for post-secondary opportunities, including utilizing evaluations and interventions focused on work preparedness. … Read more
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: An Overview and Evidence-Based Physical Therapy Interventions By Leslie Rainey, SPT Background: Ehlers-Danlos-hypermobility type (EDS-HT) is a heritable connective tissue disorder characterized by generalized joint hypermobility, related musculoskeletal manifestations, and involvement of the skin.1 Associated symptoms include … Read more
The Value of Early Caregiver Education in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Background As I began my Doctor of Physical Therapy education at UNC, I had an inkling that I enjoyed the pediatric population. Actually, the whole reason I pursued … Read more
Reducing Risk of Falls in Older Adults: Shoe-Wear Recommendations, Modifications, and Special Considerations Erica Ghigliotty, SPT Background Those who know me well could confidently tell you that my strongest passions include the following: Working with older adults and preventing falls, … Read more
