The most significant part of any orchestra is the conductor's ability to understand nonverbal signs to communicate with his orchestra. By paying close attention to detail, a conductor understands when an orchestra is becoming unusual, begins to rush through an arrangement, or does not perform an arrangement with passion. Likewise, a physical therapist must be able to pick up on their patients' nonverbal cues like an orchestra conductor. For example, if a patient is having difficulty with an exercise or finds a certain movement more difficult than before, a physical therapist must be able to analyze nonverbal cues in order to tailor a rehabilitation plan accordingly. When I think about professionalism in the field of physical therapy, I can't help but connect the complexities of orchestration. As I begin my journey into the healthcare field, I want to not only bring with me the mundane qualities of professionalism, but also the qualities of orchestration that transcend the norm. I hope that one day I can take on the role of conductor, to be able to transcend professionalism and invoke power in my patients through their journey of
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