Annotated Web Resources
Your Guide Through Careers in Physical Therapy and a Fit Life

If a career in physical therapy is your pursuit, then this resource page will guide you through undergraduate recommendations, graduate school information, and an in-depth look into the field of physical therapy.  Radford University offers a remarkable program in the world of fitness.  Sports Medicine, one out of their many concentrations available within this major, is one of the first and very best steps you can take to begin your journey into physical therapy.  Upon graduation, you will need aid in finding the right Physical Therapy school for you.  Below are several websites that can guide you through choosing the right graduate school and the process for admission.  However, if you are unsure if physical therapy is the route you want to go, below are also some websites listed that provide information about the entire career of physical therapy, including salary, job outlook, working conditions, and so much more.

During your education, it would also be of great benefit to stay in shape so you reduce stress levels, occurrence of illnesses, and just have a healthy body overall.  Therefore, below are also listed several websites that give you tips on staying healthy by exercising and eating right.  And, if you are interested in a more holistic way of healing the body like I am, then you can browse the sites below for magazines, articles, tips, and doctors in this area.  

RADFORD UNIVERSITY:
Radford University--Home page that will lead you to anything you need to know about Radford University
    * Admissions--Guides you through the admission process for Radford University
      * Financial Aid--Guides you through financial aid processes

Exercise, Sport, and Health Education--Home site for this department to guide you to needed information for this major
    * Sports Medicine--General information about this particular area of study (This concentration is particularly for
      pre-physical therapy study)
    * FAQ about Sports Medicine Concentration--Answers frequently asked questions about this area of study                                                                                                                                                 

FITNESS SITES:
Real Age--This site helps you determine your current fitness level and tips on how to stay healthy through eating certain foods and by giving current exercise plans. 
MayoClinic--This site provides in depth and current information for each type of person health.  These include tips for men, women, pregnancy, children, and elderly. 
Healthy Living--This site gives more broad information and tips on how to live a healthy life by eating and exercising right.  
           

HELPFUL SITES FOR INTERESTS IN PHYSICAL THERAPY:
U.S. Department of Labor--This site provides statistics about the field of physical therapy including pay rates, job outlook, working conditions, training, and other qualifications. 
American Physical Therapy Association--This site gives a complete, in-depth look into the field of physical therapy. 
Physical Therapy Job Listings--This site allows you to search for posted physical therapy employment opportunities.    

PHYSICAL THERAPY SCHOOLS:
Career Center--This sites gives you step-by-step guides on ways to prepare for Physical Therapy School
American Physical Therapy Association List--This site is an extension from the home site of American Physical Therapy Association.  It includes lists for accredited physical therapy schools in each state of the United States.
 

A MORE HOLISTIC APPROACH:
Positive health Magazine--This site provides insight to Positive Health Magazine.  This magazine consists of articles teaching about a more holistic approach to living a healthy life such as including more herbs and vitamins within your daily activities. 
Osteopathic Doctors--This site is a directory for finding an osteopathic doctor near you.