Tag: Guatemala

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

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

           Infant Positioning and Handling to Enhance Motor Development                      A UNC PT Outreach Project in Guatemala Jaime Emel  Introduction: I am thrilled to fulfill my passion for … Read more

UNC PT OUTREACH Optimizing Functional Independence in Children and Adults with Myelomeningocele I am eager to combine my interest for serving abroad and my passion for pediatric physical therapy during the UNC PT Outreach Service Learning Trip to Guatemala this … Read more

Strategies for Integrating Cultural Competency Training Among Physical Therapy Professionals in the UNC DPT Program By: Kimberly Dale and Betsy Frederick Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) programs utilize multiple strategies to incorporate cultural competency training and globalization into the curriculum. … Read more

  I am very excited to work with the pediatric population and volunteer abroad to enhance global health! In keeping with these two goals, I will be attending the UNC PT Outreach Service Learning Trip to Guatemala.  This trip was … Read more