Association APTA student-ptadaptive-sportscommunity-health
What 2 DPT Students Learned at the Special Olympics USA Games
Two DPT students shared reflections on their experience volunteering at the Special Olympics USA Games, highlighting the unique clinical and interpersonal lessons gained from working with athletes with intellectual disabilities. The experience offered students an opportunity to apply physical therapy skills in a community-based, adaptive sports environment. APTA published their account as a resource for students interested in similar service opportunities.
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