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5 Types
Of
Physical
Therapy Job
5 Types Of Physical Therapy Job
Geriatric Physical Therapy
Geriatric physical therapists usually work in
nursing homes and in outpatient clinical
facilities. They can also work through home
health agencies, visiting patients’ homes to
provide therapy. The therapy can be offered
in both individual and group settings.
5 Types Of Physical Therapy Job
Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Orthopedic physical therapists focus on treating
musculoskeletal injuries and disorders. These
therapists work with athletes and patients
recovering from amputations and other orthopedic
surgeries. The treatments offered by orthopedic
physical therapists include strength training,
mobilization of the joints and the use of hot and
cold packs. Therapists who specialize in this field
can build a career in sports medicine treating both
professionals and regular active people.
5 Types Of Physical Therapy Job
Pediatric Physical Therapy
Physical therapists specializing in pediatrics work
with infants, children and adolescents to diagnose
and treat muscle, joint and bone problems due to
diseases, disorders or injuries. The focus of
pediatric physical therapy treatment is the
improvement of fine and gross motor skills as well
as increasing strength and improving balance and
coordination. Pediatric physical therapists also
work with young people to improve and develop
cognitive and sensory skills
5 Types Of Physical Therapy Job
Neurological Physical Therapy
Physical therapists specializing in the neurological
area work with patients who suffer from disorders
or injuries to the neurological system such as
cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s
disease, stroke and injuries to the spinal cord.
Neurological physical therapists work in hospital
settings, outpatient clinics and even through home
health agencies to provide patients with
treatment.
5 Types Of Physical Therapy Job
Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy
This area of specialization means that therapists
work with patients who have cardiovascular and
pulmonary disorders or surgery such as cardiac or
pulmonary surgery. Therapists in this area focus
on helping patients gain functional independence,
gain strength and increase endurance through
exercises and heat or water massages. Physical
therapists who specialize in cardiopulmonary
rehabilitation work in hospitals, rehabilitation
centers and nursing homes.
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