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2. What Is a Physiotherapist? - WebMD

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   A physiotherapist works with patients to develop customized programs designed to restore as much as possible their functional ability and movement. They are trained to help patients at all stages ...

3. Myofunctional Therapy: Definition, What It Treats, Exercises

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   Myofunctional therapy is an exercise training program for the muscles around your face, mouth, and tongue. These exercises are designed to improve issues with talking, eating, or breathing.

4. What Is a Physical Therapist? - WebMD

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   A physical therapist (PT) is a health specialist who evaluates and treats human body disorders. They may help you manage illnesses or injuries to your: Musculoskeletal system ( bones and muscles)

5. Occupational Therapy vs. Physical Therapy: How Do They Differ?

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   Physical therapy (PT) and occupational therapy (OT) are types of rehabilitative care. While they have similar goals and treat many of the same conditions, they also differ. PT focuses on restoring ...

6. Doctor of Physical Therapy - Wikipedia

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   A Doctor of Physical Therapy or Doctor of Physiotherapy ( DPT) degree is a qualifying degree in physical therapy. In the United States, it is considered a graduate-level first professional degree or doctorate degree for professional practice. [1] In the United Kingdom, the training includes advanced professional training and doctoral-level ...

7. 8 Common Types of Physical Therapy - Healthline

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   pain relief. improved mobility. enhanced strength and flexibility. increased balance and coordination. faster recovery from injuries or surgeries. prevention of future difficulties. education on ...

8. Master of Physical Therapy - Wikipedia

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   Those who completed the program were qualified to apply for the exam (and to subsequently enter Physical Therapy practice). However, with the ongoing support of the American Physical Therapy Association (the accrediting organization for all American PT academic programs), the bachelor's degree in physical therapy was slowly replaced by the ...

9. What Is a Physiatrist? What They Do, When to See One, and ...

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   A physical therapist is not a medical doctor but someone who has a bachelor's degree plus a doctor of physical therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program. The DPT program usually lasts 3 years.