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You can get physical therapy classes at a local practice. You can also get them at hospitals. Some doctors offices will offer Physical Therapy, but not most.
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I am a chiropractor and can tell you that the answer is an unequivival no. A chiropractor cannot work as a licensed physical therapy assistant unless they are licensed as a physical therapist or physical therapy assistant. Chiropractors can practice physiotherapy(P.T) but cannot practice physcical therapy(P.T). In the same way, physical therapists can sometimes manipulate the spine but they can't practice chiropractic unless they are also a licensed chiropractor. Medicare requires that a P.T or P.T.A perform the physical therapy -not a chiropractor.
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Eric Shamus has written: 'Effective documentation for physical therapy professionals' -- subject(s): Medical protocols, Medical records, Physical therapy, Practice
In order to practice physical therapy you must understand the biomechanical forces on the body. In order to understand the biomechanical forces, you must have a basic knowledge of physics
All States regulate the practice of physical therapy. Eligibility requirements vary by State. Typical requirements for physical therapists include graduation from an accredited physical therapy education program; passing the National Physical Therapy Examination; and fulfilling State requirements such as jurisprudence exams. A number of States require continuing education as a condition of maintaining licensure.
William Bierman has written: 'Physical medicine in general practice' -- subject(s): Physical therapy, Physical Medicine, Physical Therapy Modalities 'The medical applications of the short wave current' -- subject(s): Electrotherapeutics, Thermotherapy
The best physical therapy schools are ones that allow students to practice on real people, to develop the correct skills to help people. These schools should help in placement.
Exercise equipment for physical therapy could include an exercise table or mat, a stationary bicycle, walking aids, a wheelchair, practice stairs, parallel bars, and pulleys and weights.
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