(a) Continuing competence units shall be obtained in subjects related to either the professional practice of physical therapy or patient/client management.

Terms Used In Hawaii Revised Statutes 461J-10.11

  • Practice of physical therapy: includes , but is not limited to, the use of the following:

    (1) Physical agents, such as heat, cold, water, air, sound, compression, light, electricity, and electromagnetic radiation;

    (2) Exercise with or without devices, joint mobilization, mechanical stimulation; biofeedback; postural drainage; traction; positioning, massage, splinting, training in locomotion, and other functional activities with or without assisting devices; and correction of posture, body mechanics, and gait;

    (3) Tests and measurements of: muscle strength, force, endurance, and tone; joint motion, mobility, and stability; reflexes and automatic reaction; movement skill and accuracy; sensation and perception; peripheral nerve integrity; locomotor skill, stability, and endurance; activities of daily living; cardiac, pulmonary, and vascular functions; the fit, function, and comfort of prosthetic, orthotic, and other assisting devices; posture and body mechanics; limb strength, circumference, and volume; thoracic excursion and breathing patterns; vital signs; nature and locus of pain and conditions under which pain varies; photosensitivity; and the home and work physical environments. See Hawaii Revised Statutes 461J-1

(b) The “professional practice of physical therapy” includes but is not limited to professional accountability, professional behavior, and professional development.
(c) “Patient/client management” includes but is not limited to examination, evaluation, diagnosis, and prognosis; plan of care; implementation; education; and discharge.

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