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Physical Therapy
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What is Physical Therapy? |
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Physical therapy is concerned with: |
| Assessing,
treating and
preventing human
movement disorders restoring
normal function or minimizing dysfunction in adults
and children with physical impairment, to enable them to achieve the
highest possible level of independence in their lives. |
| preventing
recurring injuries and disability in the workplace, at home, or during
recreational activities promoting
public health for all age groups. |
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Physical therapists use:
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- Skilled evaluation.
- Skilled hands-on
therapy such as mobilisation, manipulation, massage and acupressure.
- Individually designed
exercise programmes, relaxation techniques, sophisticated equipment,
hydrotherapy and biofeedback .
- Specialised
electrotherapy equipment, heat, ice and traction to relieve pain and
assist healing and recovery.
- Suitable walking aids,
splints and appliances.
- Teaching home
management programmes .
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Physical therapists may work in: |
- Public and private
hospitals.
- Private practice.
- Community health
centers.
- Sports centers and
with sporting teams.
- Schools and
pre-schools.
- Research areas.
- Occupational health
units.
- Training institutions.
- Health policy
development units.
- Special centers for
people with physical disabilities.
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