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First, Do No Harm ...

To the Editor:

Recently, a writer to a national weekly publication indicated that he had seen a narrative that had been circulating throughout his facility. This narrative portrayed physical therapists as insensitive Neanderthals who delight in inflicting discomfort upon their patients. Although many found this to be humorous, the author was offended by the characterization of our profession. James Brady, who was shot in the assassination attempt against former President Reagan, delighted in referring to physical therapists as "physical terrorists." I personally have many patients who were so apprehensive prior to their initial visit that they took pain medication before their appointment.

We have an image problem that needs to be addressed. And unfortunately, it is being propagated by many of our clinicians. How many times have we heard "No pain, no gain"?

As a clinician myself, I have become extremely concerned over the increased utilization of aggressive-passive techniques....

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