Physical Therapy is about helping people and about helping people help themselves!

Physical therapists help people with orthopedic conditions such as low back pain or osteoporosis; joint and soft tissue injuries such as fractures and dislocations; neurological conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, or Parkinson's disease; connective tissue injuries such as burns or wounds;  cardiopulmonary and circulatory conditions such as congestive heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; and workplace injuries including repetitive stress disorders and sports injuries.

• Physical Therapy aims to restore movement and function, relieve pain, and prevent illness and injury. 
   

• Physical Therapy is the evaluation and treatment of numerous physical conditions of all age groups.
   

• Physical Therapy treats people with musculoskeletal disorders such as neck strains or knee injuries;  neurological deficits such as stroke patients or cerebral palsy children, and skin disorders such as wounds, burns or diabetic foot ulcers.
   

• Physical Therapy is active in cardiac care by monitoring and progressing patients after a heart attack or with cardiovascular difficulties.
   

• Physical Therapy is also active in the rehabilitation of pulmonary patients.  One might assist in decreasing oxygen requirement or one might improve breathing techniques.
   

• Physical Therapy includes practice in sports medicine, fitness and health, the performing arts, industrial screening, and with women's health issues such as pregnancy or incontinence issues.
   

• Physical Therapy may be available in hospitals, outpatient clinics, schools, home health agencies, nursing homes, and fitness clubs.
   

• Physical Therapy is about teaching people about their body, their disorder, and their health.
   

• Physical Therapy helps people lead more active and independent lives.