Ashley+Smith

__**Physical therapist**__ 1.)Annual wages $72, 790 2.)treat all ages from newborn-the very oldest 3.)treat health related conditions, illnesses and injuries 4.)work with individuals to prevent the loss of mobility before it occurs 5.)work with back and neck injuries, sprains/strains and fractures, arthritis, burns, amputations, stroke, multiple sclerosis, conditions such as cerebral palsy and spina bifida, and injuries related to work and sports 6.) Physical therapists evaluate and diagnose movement dysfunction and use interventions to treat patient/clients. Interventions 7.) Interventions may include therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy techniques, assistive and adaptive devices and equipment, and physical agents 8.)need a post-baccalaureate degree from an accredited physical therapy program 9.)Master's degree programs typically are 2 to 2.5 years in length 10.)Physical therapist education programs include foundational science courses, such as biology, anatomy, physiology, cellular histology, exercise physiology, neuroscience, biomechanics, pharmacology, pathology, and radiology/imaging, as well as behavioral science courses, such as evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning 11.)Some of the clinically-based courses include medical screening, examination tests and measures, diagnostic process, therapeutic interventions, outcomes assessment, and practice management 12.)Physical therapists practice in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and private offices that have specially equipped facilities 13.)requirements for physical therapists include graduation from an accredited physical therapy education program; passing the National Physical Therapy Examination; and fulfilling State requirements such as jurisprudence exams 14.)Physical therapists should have strong interpersonal and communication skills, so they can educate patients about their condition and physical therapy treatments and communicate with patients' families. 15.)Employment is expected to grow much faster than average. Job opportunities should be good 16.)Employment of physical therapists is expected to grow by 30 percent from 2008 to 2018 17.) related jobs are, audiologists, chiropractors, occupational therapist, and a speech-language pathologist 18.)can be physically demanding, because therapists may have to stoop, kneel, crouch, lift, and stand for long periods 19.)physical therapists move heavy equipment and lift patients or help them turn, stand, or walk. 20.)physical therapist should be compassionate and want to help patients. 21.)Physical therapists are expected to continue their professional development by participating in continuing education courses and workshops 22.)In 2009, there were 212 physical therapist education programs 23.)Physical therapists often consult and practice with a variety of other professionals, such as physicians, dentists, nurses, educators, social workers, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and audiologists 24.)About 60 percent of physical therapists work in hospitals or in offices of other health practitioners 25.)Today’s entrants to this profession need a post-baccalaureate degree from an accredited physical therapist program. 26.)The increasing elderly population will drive growth in the demand for physical therapy services 27.)the baby-boom generation is entering the prime age for heart attacks and strokes, increasing the demand for cardiac and physical rehabilitation 28.)growth may result from advances in medical technology and the use of evidence-base practices 29.)Physical therapists examine each individual and develop a plan using treatment techniques to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability 30.)Physical therapy care and services are provided by physical therapists and physical therapist assistants who work under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist