Physical therapy is amazingly effective in treating a wide range of health conditions. During treatment sessions, physical therapists and physical therapist assistants (PTAs) have many treatment methods and tools at their disposal to help patients increase mobility, strength, and coordination. However, the majority of outpatient physical therapy patients only receive formal PT sessions once a […]
After undergoing surgery, many people might naturally assume that bed rest is the main aspect of a successful recovery. And while it’s certainly important for patients to take it easy following an operation, physical therapy is also an important part of post-operative care—in many patients, both before and after being released from the hospital. Getting […]
What They Do, Why They’re In Demand, and How to Become One Billions of people around the world find great enjoyment in sports—whether it’s watching the pros or participating themselves. The human body is capable of some pretty incredible things, both athletically and in recovering from the injuries that can happen during intense activity. Physical […]
What They Do, Why They’re Important, and How to Become One Physical therapist assistants (PTAs) have one of the more rewarding jobs in all of healthcare, as their expertise helps countless people become stronger, healthier, and more independent. And for PTAs who love working with children, a career in pediatric physical therapy can be exceptionally […]
Job Duties, Educational Requirements, Pros and Cons, and More Key Differences Though they work closely together daily, physical therapists (PTs) and physical therapist assistants (PTAs) have two distinctly separate careers. While both careers focus on helping patients recover from injuries or illnesses, each of them has their own responsibilities, degree requirements, and scope of practice. […]
How to Maximize Your Impact as a Women’s Health PTA As our understanding of women’s health has advanced over the years, physical therapy has increasingly become part of a multifaceted care plan for many women. Physical therapy can be incredibly effective in treating many different women’s health issues and in encouraging an all-around healthy lifestyle. […]
