1. Physical Therapy
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2. Schooling
Physical Therapist Assistants only need an Associate’s Degree to begin work. They have to study the basic medical courses along with general courses. They also will probably get plenty of hands-on experience during internship.
Physical Therapists have to obtain a Master’s Degree to practice. In the future, though, a doctoral degree program might be the required entry-level degree. Many programs require volunteer experience before admittance. The programs start with the basic science classes, and eventually make it to the advanced programs (biomechanics, neuroanatomy, manifestations of disease, etc.) Students also receive supervised clinical experience. In order to practice, graduates also have to pass national and state licensing programs.

3. Top Ten Physical Therapy Schools
University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA
University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA
Washington University in St. Louis St. Louis, MO
University of Delaware Newark, DE
US Army- Baylor University Fort Sam Houston, TX
University of Iowa Iowa City, IA
Arcadia University Glensdale, PA
MGH Institute of Health Professions Boston, MA
Northwestern University Chicago, IL
University of Miami Coral Gables, FL

4. A Day in the Life of a Physical Therapist….
Examine patients’ medical histories
Measure and test patients’ strength, range of motion, poise and skill, stance, muscle performance, respiration, and motor function
Determine patients’ ability to be able to return to the work environment or sport after injury
Develop treatment plans for patient describing exercises, its purpose, and the projected outcome

5. Common Conditions Seen
Endurance or Balance Problems
Carpal Tunnel
Tendonitis
Back/ Neck Pain
Fibromyalgia
Sprains/ Strains
Joint Replacement

6. Benefits of Hands-On Physical Therapy Identify Restrictions
Restore Mobility
Reduce Pain
Reduce Muscle Spasm
Increase Circulation
Enhance Healing
Reduce Swelling

7. Work Environment
Physical Therapists work in hospitals, private facilities, and clinics that are set with the proper equipment.
Jobs can be physically demanding- Therapist often have to kneel, stand, crouch, lift, etc. They have to lift heavy equipment or lift patients that can’t stand or walk.

8. Pay Scale
The median expected salary for a Physical Therapist in Memphis, TN is $72,259, and the median salary for Physical Therapist Assistants (as of May 2006) is $41, 360.
For a Physical Therapist, the lower 25th percentile made up to $62,293. The upper 75th percentile made up to $76,995.

9. Help Wanted Ad
Atlanta: Clinic Directory/ Physical Therapist wanted for Ortho/ Sports Rehab Clinic
Location: Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Date Posted: October 31
CLINIC DIRECTOR: Great Outpatient Ortho/Sports Rehab Opportunity!
This clinic is in SE Atlanta.
Very Competitive Salary
Profit Sharing
First Class Benefits
Paid Continuing Education
Generous PTO
Relocation Assistance
Terrific Opportunity for Career Advancement Within This Healthcare System.
For information, please your inquiry and resume to:
Anne A. Frederick
Anne(at)RehabResource.com
Please put "Atlanta CD" in the subject line.
Company: RehabResource
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