Essential Question

EQ: What is the best way for a Physical Therapist to help an athlete successfully return to their sport?
(1) Define possible terms in your EQ (e.g. successful, effective)
"best way"- the method that produces the most preferred and favorable results after all others have been considered
"successfully"-an attempt that is hindered in no way whatsoever
(2) So far based on your research, what are possible answers to your EQ? As of now probably preventive education as it is vital for athletes to know the ins and outs of their injury to avoid an accidental relapse in their healths.
(3) What has been your most important printed source and why?
Maybe the "Physiotherapy Following a Sport Injury: Stability of Psychological Variables during Rehabilitation." article for the reason its the only i have so far that specifically talks about sports and physical therapy.

Independent Component 1

1)Discuss possible ideas you have to complete the independent requirement?
-To complete my independent task I have been planning to shadow at a place called TEAM Physical Therapy, which is an outpatient rehabilitation clinic. I have their contact information but have still yet to ask permission.
2) How will these idea(s) help answer your EQ?
-This idea will definitely help me answer my essential question. I specifically chose this facility as they highly specialize in sports medicine. My EQ asks for a physical therapist helping out an athlete scenario and they offer free sports injury screening for local clubs, high school and collegiate athletes. They also have a number of patients that have included the likes of MLB pitchers, NFL cornerbacks, Olympic softball and track athletes.