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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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Why physical therapy important?
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.
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?
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?
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?
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.
Can biofeedback cause side effects?
There are no known side effects to properly administered biofeedback or neurofeedback sessions.
Can a convicted felon become a occupational therapist?
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?
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.
What kind of math is used in physical therapy?
Physical therapists mostly use basic arithmetic. At a minimum, a physical therapist needs to be able to count to 10, to determine if any fingers/toes/arms/legs on their patient are missing. They also need to add large numbers, in order to calculate the total dollar amount they should charge their patients for their sessions.
What do you need to become a physical therapy aide?
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.
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.
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Is it possible for you to do physiotherapy without doing physics in high school?
yes it is possible because you do not use physics but you use life sciences as you always solve human problems such as injuries, back aches and so much more compulsary subjects shall be Maths and life sciences
What is disadvantage of Physiotherapy?
THe only disadvantage of physiotherapy that comes to my mind is the lost time. However, is it a lost time, when you are doing your recovery? I think not. So, there are no disadvantages of physiotherapy. This was from me. Oh, yeah, and I would like to suggest you this rehab center gtarehab.com that provides many other rehab procedures.
Can a physical therapy aide become a physical therapy assistant?
The correct term is physical therapist assistant and you must have a license. No such term as an assistant physical therapist. To be a p.t.a. you must earn your applied science associate degree (2 year) from an accredited college ( [http://www.apta.org www.apta.org] will show you colleges) and pass your boards. Below a p.t.a is a physical therapy aide (usually in nursing home "unskilled" on the job training), as physical therapy technicians are no longer legal due to "abusing" them (cheaper without a license). P.ta.'s work under the supervision of a physical therapist. Good pay for short amount of school however you are limited to that job specifically as it is a "technical" job and not really any easily accessible bridging programs (unless you live in Ohio or California) to become a physical therapist if you so want to later.
What is the average GPA of students that go into physical therapy school?
it depends, there are some school that the average is 3.8 and some school average is way lower like around 3.2 or even 3.0. for physical therapy average is not really a big issue for most people.
How much do physical therapists make with only a bachelor's degree?
Today, for those pursing a career as a physical therapist, there is no such thing as a physical therapist with a bachelor's degree. The minimum degree for entry into the field is now a master's degree, and that may change in the near future to a doctorate. That being said, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the estimated mean annual wage for a physical therapist as of May 2008 is, $74,410. This would amount to $35.77 an hour.
What is the relationship between physiology and physiotherapy?
under skeletal muscle contraction in physiology,there a an infection called tetanus which can be treated by a physiotherapist, a therapist gains knowledge on how nerve impulses trigger muscular movements,phases of muscle twitch from physiology practicals,muscle fatigue and how it can be recored. from neurology a therapist may learn how to stimulate nerves thermally,mechanically and electrically. more is learnt on how to deal with cases that inhibit nerve impulses.
How do you open the eight inner gates?
You cannot open any of the Eight Inner Gates. Chakra doesn't exist, because how can you have small tubes through out your entire body, through main arteries and you heart and brain. They don't really exist
What is another name for chest physical therapy?
chest physical therapy, also called chest physiotherapy
Sculpture as a therapy is a relaxing way to relieve stress. The entire sculpting process is usually a very peaceful, Zen-like experience.
How many days a week do physical therapists work?
They can work both full time and part time depending on the education level of the therapists and the nature of the job. Some workplaces have a full time therapeutic staff dedicated to recovery like VA hospitals while other independent offices might just do referral appointments only.
How do you treat nerve damage in knee?
If you are talking about the numbness in and around your knee replacement, please do not worry as it is not a major problem or complication.
Also if you are suffering from back pain following your knee replacement surgery and thinking it as a nerve damage doing some physical therapy will help you with that.
