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Physiotherapy (or physical therapy as it is known in
the U.S.) is a healthcare profession concerned with prevention,
treatment and management of movement disorders arising from conditions
and diseases. Physiotherapy is performed by either a physiotherapist
(PT) or an assistant (PTA) acting under their direction. However,
various other health professionals (e.g., Chiropractic, Osteopathy) use
some physical therapeutic methods. A program of physical therapy will
typically involve caregivers.
PT's utilize an individual's history and physical examination in
diagnosis and treatment, and if necessary, will incorporate the results
of laboratory and imaging studies. Electro diagnostic testing (e.g.
electro myo grams and nerve conduction velocity testing) may also be of
assistance. PTs practice in many settings, such as outpatient clinics or
offices, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, extended care facilities,
homes, education or research centers, schools, hospices, industrial
workplaces or other occupational environments, fitness centers and
sports training facilities.
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