The Basics:
Physical Therapists are health care professionals with expertise in maintaining, restoring, and improving mobility, activity, and health.

Physical Therapists:

• Evaluate, diagnose, and develop individualized plans of care
• Work with patients to gain optimal functional mobility, function with activities of daily living and quality of life
• Use scientifically based treatment techniques that focus on restoring function, reducing pain, and preventing disability
• Help patients avoid surgery and long-term use of prescription drugs
• Assist in slowing of progression or prevent decline and disability
• Communicate/Consult with other health care professionals to enhance treatment and improve patient success