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100
What is each patient's treatment plan geared towards?
a specific goal
100
What time does a typical work day start?
8am
100
What is a goal of a physical therapist?
to ensure patient success
100
What is the most important way to avoid injury?
stay active
100
What is the job outlook of physical therapy in 10 years?
high demand
200
Who is the teamwork of physical therapy between?
the patient and the physical therapist
200
All people _____ be successful in completing their physical therapy treatment plan
will not
200
Do you need a license to become a physical therapist?
yes
200
What allows professionals to examine a persons internal organs?
ultrasound
200
Why is the job outlook in high demand?
there will always be people with disabilities and injuries that need recovery treatment
300
What is a great feeling to go home with after a day of work in the life of a physical therapist?
to know you made an impact on someone's life
300
What do physical therapists generally get blamed for?
patients failures and frustrations
300
What do physical therapists do for each patient?
develop a specialized exercise program
300
What is a type of resistance training?
Elastic bands, also known as thera-bands
300
About how many patients do physical therapists see per day?
about 10-12 patients
400
Is it important to have good communication in order to have good results with the patients?
yes
400
About how many years of college/graduate school does a physical therapist have to accomplish before becoming a licensed professional?
About 7 years
400
What are some common injuries?
back pain, ACL, MCL, spinal cord injuries, etc.
400
What uses different types of electric currents to improve blood circulation in tissues, loosen tension and smooth muscles?
Electrotherapy
400
What is a physical therapist?
health care provider that is an expert in the examination and treatment of problems that affect peoples’ abilities to move
500
_____________ shows the success in patients from start to finish?
re-evaluation
500
What is a demanding aspect of the profession?
long hours
500
What does a physically active lifestyle reduce your risk of?
diseases, cancers, injuries, diabetes, high blood pressure, etc.
500
What type of therapy is used for people with pain in their joints?
pool exercises, such as water aerobics etc.
500
What trait is important in order to be a physical therapist?
patience!