Stand Tall: Why Anatomical Position & A&P Terminology Matter | Health Science Podcast Ep. 17

Описание: Join Dr. Arvie Vitente, Program Director of the Lewis University Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program, along with inaugural DPT students Mario Leon, Dylan Smith, and Sean Blanchard, for a fun, fast-paced deep dive into the language that builds every movement science: anatomical position and A&P terminology.

In this episode, the team explores how precise words translate to better clinical reasoning, patient safety, and professional communication. Through quick-fire examples, case vignettes, and an interactive “Simon Says—Clinician Edition” game, listeners will discover how the foundational terms of anatomy become the GPS for every physical therapist.

Whether you’re a student gearing up for lab, a clinician brushing up your documentation, or just curious about how anatomy meets movement, this session will help you see, speak, and think like a PT.

Topics include:

Understanding anatomical position as the universal reference point
Key directional and movement terms used in PT practice
Planes of motion and why they guide exercise prescription
Real clinical cases where terminology prevents errors
Quick study hacks for mastering A&P language

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