Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy is a regulated profession whose therapists’ goals are to offer services that help develop, restore and/or maintain function and movement to its maximum. Whether function and movement are threatened by again, injury or disease, physical therapy can help accomplish the goal of well being and health by restoring physical functionality.
The areas of Physical Therapy include, but are not exclusive to, prevention, promotion, treatment and rehabilitation. To accomplish these objectives, physical therapists promote physical activity, thereby preventing disabilities. The provide intervention and treatment when physical, psychological or emotional health has been affected.
The services provided within Physical Therapy are broad and can be received independently of other health care services or as part of a rehabilitation program. In either case, there are processes to follow. It starts with the initial examination, then comes the assessment, evaluation and diagnosis. After the above has been completed, the prognosis is provided. Only then can the plan of care and treatment be determined. These processes can be provided at or through local hospitals, hospices, health clubs/fitness centers, educational and research facilities, at out-patient clinics, nursing homes, private offices/clinics/practices and even in your home.
Once all steps have been taken and Physical Therapy followed and finalized, the physically impaired individual should once again enjoy a better quality of life and participate fully in their social activities.
Physical Therapy personnel work under the direction and supervision of a professional association and must be registered members thereof.