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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 74
BY SENATORS MILLS AND PEACOCK
A RESOLUTION
To designate May 9, 2019, as "Louisiana Physical Therapy Association Day" at the
Louisiana State Capitol and commend the association on its outstanding
achievements and contributions to improving the health and welfare of Louisiana.
WHEREAS, physical therapy is a corporeal medicine and rehabilitation specialty that
rededicates impairments and promotes mobility, function, and quality of life for patients
through examination, diagnosis, prognosis, and physical interventions which use mechanical
force and movements; and
WHEREAS, the practice of physical therapy endeavors to enhance the physical
health and functional abilities of the people of Louisiana through the prevention, diagnosis,
and treatment of movement dysfunctions, neuromuscular, and musculoskeletal conditions;
and
WHEREAS, the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association (LPTA) adopted its first
bylaws in 1982; and
WHEREAS, since its inception the LPTA has provided outstanding leadership for
those eligible for its membership of physical therapists, physical therapy assistants, and
students in Louisiana who are pursuing careers in the practice of physical therapy; and
WHEREAS, the LPTA strives to expand its membership among physical therapists,
physical therapy assistants, and students in these disciplines in order to enhance participation
in legislative policymaking to achieve greater influence in healthcare delivery issues for the
benefit of their patients; and
WHEREAS, the association has been instrumental in assisting its members to
provide the highest quality care available and the members of the association proudly
employ their skills in the best interest of their patients; and
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WHEREAS, the LPTA proclaims in its mission statement that it exists to optimize
the health and quality of life of the people of Louisiana by advancing the profession of
physical therapy; and
WHEREAS, this outstanding organization has provided leadership to the physical
therapy professionals who practice in Louisiana by promoting key values and behaviors that
embrace professionalism; and
WHEREAS, in focusing on its mission, the LPTA provides numerous educational
opportunities to meet the needs of students of physical therapy, clinicians, and society at
large; and
WHEREAS, with an aging population and an increasing emphasis on physical fitness
and health, the members of the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association, including physical
therapists, physical therapy assistants, and students engaged in the study of these
professions, will play an ever increasing significant role in improving health outcomes and
longevity for Louisiana citizens today and into the future.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana
does hereby designate May 9, 2019, as "Louisiana Physical Therapy Association Day" at the
Louisiana State Capitol and commends the association on its outstanding achievements and
contributions to improving the health and welfare of Louisiana citizens.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be transmitted to the
Louisiana Physical Therapy Association.
PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE
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