can a physician assistant perform limited ultra sounds?
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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.
There are many certifications related to physical therapy. These include a physical therapy aide certificate, certificates in specialized physical therapy, and a graduate degree in physical therapy.
Documentation on physical therapy can be found at Physical Therapy Documentation. Help on how to manage physical therapy documentation is available from websites such as eHow.
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Physical Therapy - album - was created in 1992.
Massage therapy is only indicated if prescribed as treatment by the physical therapist.
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.
A list of physical therapy schools can be found on many websites. You may also find a list of physical therapy schools on the American Physical Therapy Association's website.
In an essay, should I capitalize Physical Therapists or Physical Therapy Assistants?
The components of physical therapy are the achievement of physical function, the maintenance of physical function, and the restoration of physical function.
Occupational Therapy is treatment that helps individuals achieve independence and improve one's ability to perform daily activities.. Physical therapists focus on the large motor groups that contribute to walking, reaching, standing and physical activities. They work on strength, balance, range of motion and swelling as well as pain to encourage independence. PT's and OT's work in tandem for the best outcome.