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Page 1: Introduction to Physical Therapy 1. Definition Physical therapy (or physiotherapy) is a health care profession primarily concerned with the remediation

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Introduction to Physical Therapy

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Definition

Physical therapy (or physiotherapy) is a health care

profession primarily concerned with the remediation

of impairments and disabilities and the promotion of

mobility, functional ability, quality of life and

movement potential through examination, evaluation,

diagnosis and physical intervention carried out by

physical therapists (physiotherapists) and physical

therapist assistants.

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Program Delivery

University Programs:

Bachelors

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree

University degrees:

Bachelors

Masters

Doctorate

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Academic Curricula Anatomy & physiology

Exercise physiology

Human biology

Physics

Biomechanics

Neurophysiology

Pathology

Communication

Ethics

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Academic Curricula Electrotherapy

Therapeutic Exercise

Hydrotherapy

Medical Massage

Traumatology

Orthotics and Prosthetics

Rehabilitation Psychology

Patient Care

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Physical therapy services

Diagnose and treat individuals of all ages who

have medical problems that limit their abilities to

move and perform functional activities.

Use an individual's history and physical

examination to arrive at a diagnosis.

Establish a management plan and incorporate

the results of laboratory and imaging studies.

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Physical therapy services

Prescribe specific exercises, manual

therapy, education, manipulation and

other interventions.

Prevent the loss of mobility before it

occurs by developing fitness and

wellness-oriented programs.

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Physical therapy specialties Orthopedic

Neurologic

Pediatrics

Cardiopulmonary

Geriatrics

wound care

Women's health

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Orthopedic cases Post-operative orthopedic procedures

Fractures

Acute sports injuries

Arthritis

Sprains

Strains

Back pain

Neck pain

Amputations

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Neurological cases

Stroke (hemiplegia)

Brain injury

spinal cord injury

Parkinson's disease

Quadriplegia

Paraplegia

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Pediatric cases

Developmental delays

Cerebral palsy

Erb’s palsy

Spina bifida

Torticollis

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Cardiopulmonary cases Post coronary bypass surgery

Angina pectoris

Heart failure

Pulmonary fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis

Lung abcess

Bronchial Asthma

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Geriatric cases

Arthritis

Osteoporosis

Hip and joint replacement

Balance disorders

Urinary Incontinence


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