what is tarapy
Can be done in a whirlpool, immersion bath, or a cold or warm compress
Hydrotherapy
what does a pta do
Provide services that promote mobility, relieve pn, & prevent/limit permanent physical disabilities
how long for school
Education: Must attend a doctorate program after a bachelor's degree
what is there salary
$73,930 in CA
what is there salary
Salary: $101,080 in CA
Utilized to relieve muscle pain, increase blood flow, and decrease muscle soreness while increasing wellness
Massage Therapy
what are they not allowed to do
NOT ALLOWED TO PERFORM EVALS
how is there salary
$104,500 in CA
what is there education plan
Education: 2 yr degree or certificate program from an accredited program or trade school
what does there education need to be
A degree from an accredited program
Two types: Thermal & Mechanical
Ultrasound Therapy
how much does a pta make a year
$68,810
what do they do
Perform evaluations & review medical histories of new patients
what is there job outlook
Faster than average because of the increase in the number of disabilities that are diagnosed
what is there job outlook
Faster than average because of the increase in the number of disabilities that are diagnosed
Thermo: therapy that involves using heat, such as heating pads or hot packs to the skin
Cryotherapy/Thermotherapy
how long do they have to go to school for
Education: 2 yr associate’s degree program or trade school program
how is there job outlook
Faster than average because of aging population & increase in insurance
what does there Certification need to pass
national certification exam
What is interesting about OT
OT rehabilitation is not just limited to upper limbs
Cryo: therapy that involves freezing or near-freezing temperatures
Cryotherapy/Thermotherapy
what do they teach
Teach patients how to ambulate with crutches, canes, and walkers (gait training)
what do they have to pass
National licensure exam must be passed
what is the goal of a ota
evaluate the individual's abilities and needs in their daily living and work activities
Why is an OT important?
supports people whose physical or mental health, environment or social circumstances make it difficult to take part in the activities that matter to them