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| hysical therapists (PTs) work with people of all ages
and various |
| disabilities. They help clients conquer the
challenges of recovery - |
| an athlete needing to gain strength and
flexibility; an accident victim |
| learning to use an artificial limb, or a
stroke patient needing rehabilitation |
| at home. They use a variety of
interventions such as exercises, joint |
| mobilization/manipulation, electrical
stimulation, massage, and other physical |
| agents such as water immersion,
ultrasound, heat and cold. These therapies |
| help clients develop endurance,
coordination, increase joint mobility and |
| range of motion, increase muscle strength,
decrease pain, and prevent further |
| injury. PTs also work with patients
to overcome emotional and physical |
| barriers that
hinder recovery. Although many PTs practice in hospitals, more |
| than 70
percent work outside hospital walls. |
