Experience shows that dealing with regulatory concerns is a multi-faceted process. APTA's honoring its responsibilities to consumers, both clients and students are foremost. This involves efforts for the timely implementation of standards for education, and development and implementation of standards for teachers and supervisors, all of which help define the safe practice of Polarity Therapy. This, along with a legally defensible, unique scope of practice, will bring validation and go far in gaining widespread support for APTA's regulatory position. Continuing the effective working relationships at the national and state levels with other similar practice and government organizations is also necessary.
Regulation is a complex question that requires more research as well as input from the members.
There are several aspects to consider with regulation. One being the regulatory concerns of being able to practice Polarity Therapy. I agree with APTA's stand that we need to maintain our selves as an autonomous health profession, meaning that we are self-regulating. It is important that we work with the individual States to ensure that our right to practice does not become limited by needing a massage license. It is also important that we increase awareness among health care professionals as to the nature of Polarity Therapy.