Physical therapists are licensed doctors who evaluate and treat patients with injuries or conditions that limit their mobility. They use a variety of methods including exercise massage hot and cold packs and electrical stimulation to help patients: Improve movement Relieve pain Strengthen muscles Increase mobility and Prevent further injury or pain.
Here are some typical duties of a physical therapist:
- Review patient history: Review medical records referrals or notes from other healthcare workers
- Observe patient movement: Observe patients walk stand and perform other tasksListen to patient concerns:
- Listen to patients concerns
- Develop care plans: Create individualized care plans based on patient goals expected outcomes and other factors
- Use methods to treat patients: Use exercises stretching handson therapy and equipment to help patients
- Evaluate patient progress: Evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans when neededEducate patients and family
- Educate patients and their families about the recovery process
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