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Physical Therapy (physiotherapy)
A primary care health profession, physical therapy (physiotherapy) is the treatment of disorders of the muscles, joints or bones using physical agents like exercise, and manual and electronic massage. Common conditions treated by physical therapy include arthritis and nerve damage.
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What would be a good major to get into Physical Therapy School?
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There is no specific major at the undergraduate level. Among the undergraduate courses that are useful when one applies to a physical therapist education program are anatomy, biology, chemistry, physics, social science, mathematics, and statistics. Before granting admission, many programs require volunteer experience in the physical therapy department of a hospital or clinic.
What are some advantages and disadvantages of becoming a physical therapist?
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Becoming a physical therapist can have many advantages.One of the advantages of becoming a physical therapist is that you can opt for temporary, travel, per diem, contract, part-time, full-time or permanent placements. advantage of becoming a physical therapist is that you get to know more people of different age groups, values, cultures, and faiths. advantages of becoming physical therapist do not end there; qualified and skilled physical therapy professionals receive competitive salaries and excellent benefits as well.
Is physical therapy a marketable area?
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There definitely is growth in the PT field. You figure with the aging population getting older, people getting into accidents, people living longer etc., I believe this is a good field to get into.
Are there any online physical therapy assistant accredited programs?
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You can obtain this information by going to www.collegeboard.com/splash/ and using the sites College MatchMaker search engine, or you can also click on the related links section (College Board) indicated below this answer box, which will take you directly to the site. You can research colleges and universities by name, or by programs of study, or by geographical location, size, or combinations of part or all of them etc. The site will provide you with a list of institutions based on your request. It will give you the schools background, accreditation, degree offerings, programs of study, entrance requirements, tuition and fees, financial assistance, room and board, athletic programs etc. and a link to each institutions official web page. Make sure the college or university has a regional accreditation (most important). Practice navigating this site. It will be well worth the time and effort.
You can obtain this information by going to www.collegeboard.com/splash/ and using the sites College MatchMaker search engine, or you can also click on the related links section (College Board) indicated below this answer box, which will take you directly to the site. You can research colleges and universities by name, or by programs of study, or by geographical location, size, or combinations of part or all of them etc. The site will provide you with a list of institutions based on your request. It will give you the schools background, accreditation, degree offerings, programs of study, entrance requirements, tuition and fees, financial assistance, room and board, athletic programs etc. and a link to each institutions official web page. Make sure the college or university has a regional accreditation (most important). Practice navigating this site. It will be well worth the time and effort.
You can obtain this information by going to www.collegeboard.com/splash/ and using the sites College MatchMaker search engine, or you can also click on the related links section (College Board) indicated below this answer box, which will take you directly to the site. You can research colleges and universities by name, or by programs of study, or by geographical location, size, or combinations of part or all of them etc. The site will provide you with a list of institutions based on your request. It will give you the schools background, accreditation, degree offerings, programs of study, entrance requirements, tuition and fees, financial assistance, room and board, athletic programs etc. and a link to each institutions official web page. Make sure the college or university has a regional accreditation (most important). Practice navigating this site. It will be well worth the time and effort.
You can obtain this information by going to www.collegeboard.com/splash/ and using the sites College MatchMaker search engine, or you can also click on the related links section (College Board) indicated below this answer box, which will take you directly to the site. You can research colleges and universities by name, or by programs of study, or by geographical location, size, or combinations of part or all of them etc. The site will provide you with a list of institutions based on your request. It will give you the schools background, accreditation, degree offerings, programs of study, entrance requirements, tuition and fees, financial assistance, room and board, athletic programs etc. and a link to each institutions official web page. Make sure the college or university has a regional accreditation (most important). Practice navigating this site. It will be well worth the time and effort.
You can obtain this information by going to www.collegeboard.com/splash/ and using the sites College MatchMaker search engine, or you can also click on the related links section (College Board) indicated below this answer box, which will take you directly to the site. You can research colleges and universities by name, or by programs of study, or by geographical location, size, or combinations of part or all of them etc. The site will provide you with a list of institutions based on your request. It will give you the schools background, accreditation, degree offerings, programs of study, entrance requirements, tuition and fees, financial assistance, room and board, athletic programs etc. and a link to each institutions official web page. Make sure the college or university has a regional accreditation (most important). Practice navigating this site. It will be well worth the time and effort.
You can obtain this information by going to www.collegeboard.com/splash/ and using the sites College MatchMaker search engine, or you can also click on the related links section (College Board) indicated below this answer box, which will take you directly to the site. You can research colleges and universities by name, or by programs of study, or by geographical location, size, or combinations of part or all of them etc. The site will provide you with a list of institutions based on your request. It will give you the schools background, accreditation, degree offerings, programs of study, entrance requirements, tuition and fees, financial assistance, room and board, athletic programs etc. and a link to each institutions official web page. Make sure the college or university has a regional accreditation (most important). Practice navigating this site. It will be well worth the time and effort.
Do you have to have a degree to a physical therapy assistant?
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The following is written by and according to the U.S. Department of Labor and particular to the education and training required for Physical Therapist Assistants and Aides.
Most physical therapy aides are trained on the job, while almost all physical therapist assistants earn an associate degree from an accredited physical therapist assistant program. Most States require licensing for physical therapist assistants.
Education and training. Employers typically require physical therapy aides to have a high school diploma. They are trained on the job, and most employers provide clinical on-the-job training.
In most States, physical therapist assistants are required by law to hold an associate degree. The American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education accredits postsecondary physical therapy assistant programs. In 2009, there were 223 accredited programs, which usually last 2 years and culminate in an associate degree.
Programs are divided into academic coursework and hands-on clinical experience. Academic coursework includes algebra, English, anatomy and physiology, and psychology. Clinical work includes certifications in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and other first aid, and field experience in treatment centers. Both educators and prospective employers view clinical experience as essential to ensuring that students understand the responsibilities of a physical therapist assistant.
Licensure. Licensing is not required to practice as a physical therapy aide. However, most States regulate physical therapist assistants through licensure, registration, or certification. Most States require physical therapist assistants to graduate from an accredited education program and pass the National Physical Therapy Exam. Some States may require physical therapy assistants to pass State exams. Many States also require continuing education credits for physical therapist assistants to maintain licensure. Complete information on regulations can be obtained from State licensing boards.
Other qualifications. Physical therapist assistants and aides should be well-organized, detail oriented, and caring. They should be able to take direction and work well in a team situation. They usually have strong interpersonal skills and a desire to help people in need.
Advancement. Some physical therapist aides advance to become therapist assistants after gaining experience and completing an accredited education program.
Some physical therapist assistants advance their knowledge and skills in a variety of clinical areas after graduation. The American Physical Therapy Association recognizes physical therapist assistants who have gained additional skills in geriatric, pediatric, musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, integumentary, and cardiopulmonary physical therapy. Physical therapist assistants may also advance in non-clinical areas, like administrative positions. These positions might include organizing all the assistants in a large physical therapy organization or acting as the director for a specific department such as aquatic therapy. Physical therapist assistants may also pursue a career in teaching at an accredited physical therapist assistant academic program.
For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (U.S. Department of Labor) indicated directly below this answer section.
Is it hard to transition from a physical therapy assistant to a physical therapist?
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To get a PTA degree takes two years and to become a PT takes four years of school then a PHD (also have to be accepted into program).
To get a PTA degree takes two years and to become a PT takes four years of school then a PHD (also have to be accepted into program).
It's almost best to choose one or the other as it doesn't transition as well as nursing programs. Check out link below from American physical therapy association it is an actual "bridging program" pta to dpt. I think it is difficult to get accepted but can be done!
http://www.apta.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=CAPTE3&Template=/CM/HTMLDisplay.cfm&ContentID=49543
Where is good medical universities?
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What are some of the classes you will have to take for a bachelers in physical therapy?
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Physical therapists need a master's degree from an accredited physical therapy program and a State license, requiring passing scores on national and State examinations. Education and training. According to the American Physical Therapy Association, there were 209 accredited physical therapist education programs in 2007. Of the accredited programs, 43 offered master's degrees and 166 offered doctoral degrees. Only master's degree and doctoral degree programs are accredited, in accordance with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. In the future, a doctoral degree might be the required entry-level degree. Master's degree programs typically last 2 years, and doctoral degree programs last 3 years. Physical therapist education programs start with basic science courses such as biology, chemistry, and physics and then introduce specialized courses, including biomechanics, neuroanatomy, human growth and development, manifestations of disease, examination techniques, and therapeutic procedures. Besides getting classroom and laboratory instruction, students receive supervised clinical experience. Among the undergraduate courses that are useful when one applies to a physical therapist education program are anatomy, biology, chemistry, social science, mathematics, and physics. Before granting admission, many programs require volunteer experience in the physical therapy department of a hospital or clinic. For high school students, volunteering with the school athletic trainer is a good way to gain experience. Licensure. All States require physical therapists to pass national and State licensure exams before they can practice. They must also graduate from an accredited physical therapist education program. Other qualifications. Physical therapists should have strong interpersonal skills so that they can educate patients about their physical therapy treatments and communicate with patients' families. Physical therapists also should be compassionate and possess a desire to help patients. Advancement.Physical therapists are expected to continue their professional development by participating in continuing education courses and workshops. In fact, a number of States require continuing education as a condition of maintaining licensure. For the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section (U.S. Department of Labor) indicated below.
What is the difference between massage therapy and spa therapy?
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Spa therapy is used for entire body. It uses different types of soaks, exfoliates, scrubs, masks, oils, moisturizers, hot and cold stones, and paraffin treatments. While Massage therapy is one of the oldest, simplest forms of therapy. It is a system of stroking, pressing and kneading different areas of the body to relieve pain, relax, stimulate, and tone the body.
What is physical therapy using horses?
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If a person needs physical therepy, get a horse. dont buy one... look up local therepy farms. It can really help. If a horse needs physical therepy, you get a trained proffessional to swim them. ______________________________________________ Hippotherapy is a treatment method involving horses as a means of working on physical, occupational, and speech-language goals. Impairments that can be improved with hippotherapy include: impaired balance responses, coordination, communication, or sensorimotor function difficulties; poor postural control; and decreased mobility.
The word hippotherapy is derived from the Greek word hippo which means horse. (The word hippopotamus also comes from the Greek and means River Horse.)
Therapeutic use of equestrian mounts was pioneered by the Germans in WW2. They called it Reittherapie (ride therapy, implying horse riding).
Although hippotherapy and therapeutic riding have some risks, as do any animal-assisted therapies, in accredited centers the risks are minimal and the benefits outweigh those risks. This type of therapy is growing in the US with new programs developing around the nation. Programs that are certified by NARHA, the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association, have undergone rigorous inspections and found to provide a safe and therapeutic environment that meets their strict standards.
See the links section associated with this question for additonal information from NARHA and a NARHA-accredited "Premier Accredited Center" in the US, SIRE Houston's Therapeutic Equestrian Centers, a non-profit organization.
Why is cardiovascular endurance important for cross country running?
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Cardiovascular endurance is imperative for cross country running because you are putting your body to intense aerobic activity for more than one hour every day. When you train for cross country, you are most likely running approximately 50 miles a week (it varies among high schools, and is a lot more in college!). Therefore, you must have a strong heart to endure the long distance.
Moreover, it is imperative because cross country races are either 3 miles, 5000m, 8000m, 10000m. Clearly, this is a large distance to be running at a fast pace. Cardiovascular endurance will help you maintain your pace for that distance.
What exercise is best for working the stabilizers in the frontal plane?
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Front squats work great to stabilize the front and side parts of your central core. Front squats are a variation of back squat in that the barbell is resting in front of your neck on your shoulders rather than on your back. If you're not used to the exercise it will be a little awkward but stick with it.
Are you severely injured if it is difficult to keep your arms without feeling pain after lifting weights?
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Yes it do I felt like it was sore and it like it numb
Why physical therapy important?
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Physical therapy is a very important in enhancing primary health care & improving the quality of life.
Physiotherapists can work in many fields and are mainly concerned with pain relief & restoration of maximum functional level that's possible.
u can find them in long term rehab units ,, cardiopulmonary ,, peadiatric ,, surgical units.
what makes them important is that they know how to look at the bigger whole picture and take care of the smallest details which sometimes mean nothing to others even patients themselves .. but at the end Make a Huge difference.
they know how, when and what to do to reduce the effect of disability and provide a better life quality.
What is action therapy?
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action-oriented therapies refer to behavior therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, rational emotive behavior therapy and reality therapy. All these types of therapy translate insights and ideas into actions/ behaviors.
How many jobs in physical therapy?
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LOTS AND LOTS OF JOBS. HUGE shortage in most states. you can work in just about any town/city in any state. As of 9/2009 it was reported as the number 1 career in the U.S.
How do you get registration from delhi physiotherapy council?
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contact
+(91)-(11)-26517159, 26536981
1st Flr, Govt Of Nct Dispensary, Ber Sarai, Delhi - 110016
What are the best Physical Therapy Schools in New York?
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There are many physical therapy schools available in New York. New York University, College of Staten Island, Sage Graduate School and Nazareth College all offer programs that allow you to get a physical therapy degree. As for which one is best, I would suggest taking a tour of these different schools to see which one suits your needs.
How many hours per week to physical therapists work?
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average around 36-40 hours of working per week.
Can biofeedback cause side effects?
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There are no known side effects to properly administered biofeedback or neurofeedback sessions.
Can a convicted felon become a occupational therapist?
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Refer to the National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) link for further information, including educational, career, and contacts who might be able to answer your question.
Is being a physical therapist hard work?
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The hardest part about training to be a physical therapy assistant might be learning all of the bones and muscles in the body and how they interact. The next hardest part of the training might be studying for tests.
