Physical Therapy:

Physical therapists are licensed to examine, detect, assess, prevent, correct, alleviate, and rehabilitate injuries or conditions related to bodily malfunctions, disease, or other physical disabilities. Our physical therapists may use a series of orthopedic and/ or range of motion tests to establish a base line for physical abilities and limitations. Once established, an individualized protocol is developed utilizing therapeutic exercises, neuro-muscular re-education, hot and cold therapies, electrical stimulation, dynamic activities, and manual therapy of soft tissues. Our patients are periodically re-evaluated to assess their progress. Physical Therapy may be used in conjunction with other therapies for maximum benefit.

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Athletic trainers help prevent and treat injuries for people of all ages. Their patients and clients include everyone from professional athletes to industrial workers. Recognized by the American Medical Association as allied health professionals, athletic trainers specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of muscle and bone injuries and illnesses. Athletic trainers, as one of the first healthcare providers on the scene when injuries occur, must be able to recognize, evaluate, and assess injuries and provide immediate care when needed. Athletic trainers should not be confused with fitness trainers or personal trainers, who are not healthcare workers, but rather train people to become physically fit. (Fitness workers are discussed elsewhere in the Handbook.)

Athletic trainers try to prevent injuries by educating people on how to reduce their risk for injuries and by advising them on the proper use of equipment, exercises to improve balance and strength, and home exercises and therapy programs. They also help apply protective or injury-preventive devices such as tape, bandages, and braces.

Athletic trainers may work under the direction of a licensed physician, and in cooperation with other healthcare providers. The extent of the direction ranges from discussing specific injuries and treatment options with a physician to performing evaluations and treatments as directed by a physician. (http://bls.gov/oco/ocos294.htm)

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