Physical therapists became regulated between 1951 and 1952. Physical therapy is the treatment or evaluation of a person by the use of effective properties of physical measures such as heat, cold, light, water, radiant energy, electricity, sound and air; the use of therapeutic massage, exercise and mobilization; and the rehabilitative procedures for preventing, correcting or alleviating a physical or mental disability. The Committee is composed of seven members appointed by the Secretary, consisting of six licensees actively practicing physical therapy and one public member. The Committee is charged with providing expert knowledge and advice on disciplinary matters and professional performance and conduct.
Timothy O'Gorman, Public Member | Chicago
Tom Dibadj P.T., D.PT. | Belleville | Chairperson
Joseph Williams | Pleasant Plains | Vice Chairperson
Tina Frank P.T. | Highland
Julie Rosen | Evanston
Mary Kate Ryan | Chicago