Communication Surrounding Pathology in the Orthopedic Setting
Advisor: Dr. Jeff O’Laughlin, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT Committee Members: Dr. J. Quinlon Curtis, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT | Dr. Joshua Torrey, PT, DPT, OCS Background There is a growing body of literature surrounding the delivery … Read more
A Psychologically Informed Guide to Physical Activity Health Promotion in Routine PT Practice
Background I am a “big picture” thinker, and I have always enjoyed analyzing how the various parts of something connect and influence one another. As I have moved through the DPT curriculum, I have become increasingly fascinated with looking at … Read more
Aquatic Therapy for Amputees
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
The Value of Early Caregiver Education in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
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
Practical Positioning for People with Disabilities: An Educational Service Project in Guatemala
Practical Positioning for People with Disabilities Olivia DeSena Fleming, SPT Background Each year, UNC’s physical therapy department has the opportunity to send third-year physical therapy students, faculty, and clinicians to Guatemala for an international service-learning trip. During the week of … Read more