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2. Encouraging minority students to pursue careers in allied health professions.

3. Performing clinical research directly related to health conditions found within minority communities.


Scholarship News

The 2009 AAPT Scholarship Application is now available!



The AAPT would like to congratulate its $1000 2008 scholarship recipients:

* Ms. Teoma Taylor - Howard University

* Ms. Gabrielle Merideth- Alabama State University





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Thanks to everyone who made the 2008 Conference a success!

2009 AAPT           CONFERENCE
October 29 -
November 1, 2009




20 Years: Historic Past
20 Years: Better Future

Paradise Island
Nassau, Bahamas 







Our 1st Conference was in 1989 held in Chicago, IL. Come join us as we celebrate our 20th year in existence.

More Information Coming in the Near Future!






 

 

Health & Nutrition


July, 2007

Acid-Alkaline Diet
Furnished by Derek A. Lagemann, P.T.

       The importance of the body?s acid-alkaline balance is becoming recognized by more practitioners. To enjoy optimum health the body requires balanced quantities of alkaline and acid substances. An imbalance can cause multiple problems ranging from illness to skin rashes.

       Chemically, acids...READ MORE ->


Clinical Tip

September 2008

Baby Boomers Beware:
Hip Pain May Be Around the Corner
Furnished by W. Marcus Taylor, PT

       

Aches and pains become more prevalent for the baby boomer generation as they approach their senior years.Longer periods of inactivity, leading to a sedentary lifestyle, coupled with over indulgence of favorite snack foods, promote unhealthy habits.A number of...READ MORE ->

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