Research Paper On Physical Therapists

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Physical therapists have many options to choose from when finding what setting they want to do for their job. These options include general medical and hospitals, outpatient clinics, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation hospitals, home health care services, nursing care facilities, private practice, assisted living and adult day care, veterinary clinics, corporations, armed services, sports teams, school systems or universities. Out of these work locations a physical therapist can find themselves working with occupational therapists, physicians, psychologists, nurses, certified athletic trainers, certified strength and conditioning specialist, and certified personal trainers. Patients you can expected to treat can be from all ages such as infants,

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