Words contain the power to heal or to harm. As a movement professional, I strive to use words to bring about positive change-both in body and mind. But, I sometimes fall short, by over-medicalizing my words. In the search for a diagnosis, physical therapists can be tempted to focus too much on what’s wrong and not enough on what’s right.
It is my ethical responsibility to think deeply about how I communicate-using my words and actions to empower, generate hope, and help my clients live their best, most active lives. You have my word.