fundamentals
Physical Therapy (PT)
Introduction
Physical therapy, a component of Overview of Rehabilitation , involves exercising and manipulating the body with an emphasis on the back, upper arms, and legs. It can improve joint and muscle function, helping people stand, balance, walk, and climb stairs better. Techniques include Range-of-motion exercises None Muscle-strengthening exercises None Coordination and balance exercises None Ambulation exercises None General conditioning exercises None Transfer training None Tilt table None 