1. Introduction to Physical Therapy

2. Definition
Physical therapy (or physiotherapy) is a health care profession primarily concerned with the remediation of impairments and disabilities and the promotion of mobility, functional ability, quality of life and movement potential through examination, evaluation, diagnosis and physical intervention carried out by physical therapists (physiotherapists) and physical therapist assistants.

3. Program Delivery University Programs: Bachelors
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree
University degrees:
Masters
Doctorate

4. Academic Curricula Anatomy & physiology Exercise physiology
Human biology
Physics
Biomechanics
Neurophysiology
Pathology
Communication
Ethics

5. Academic Curricula Electrotherapy Therapeutic Exercise Hydrotherapy
Medical Massage
Traumatology
Orthotics and Prosthetics
Rehabilitation Psychology
Patient Care

6. Physical therapy services
Diagnose and treat individuals of all ages who have medical problems that limit their abilities to move and perform functional activities.
Use an individual's history and physical examination to arrive at a diagnosis.
Establish a management plan and incorporate the results of laboratory and imaging studies.

7. Physical therapy services
Prescribe specific exercises, manual therapy, education, manipulation and other interventions.
Prevent the loss of mobility before it occurs by developing fitness and wellness-oriented programs.

8. Physical therapy specialties
Orthopedic
Neurologic
Pediatrics
Cardiopulmonary
Geriatrics
wound care
Women's health

9. Orthopedic cases Post-operative orthopedic procedures Fractures
Acute sports injuries
Arthritis
Sprains
Strains
Back pain
Neck pain
Amputations

10. Neurological cases
Stroke (hemiplegia)
Brain injury
spinal cord injury
Parkinson's disease
Quadriplegia
Paraplegia

11. Developmental delays Cerebral palsy Erb’s palsy Spina bifida
Pediatric cases
Developmental delays
Cerebral palsy
Erb’s palsy
Spina bifida
Torticollis

12. Cardiopulmonary cases
Post coronary bypass surgery
Angina pectoris
Heart failure
Pulmonary fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis
Lung abcess
Bronchial Asthma

13. Hip and joint replacement Balance disorders Urinary Incontinence
Geriatric cases
Arthritis
Osteoporosis
Hip and joint replacement
Balance disorders
Urinary Incontinence