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33 Physical Therapists found in St. LouisRobert Shawn Tucker, P.T.
Physical Therapist
2558 S Brentwood Blvd, #1 Brentwood Physical Therapy, St. Louis, MO - 63144
314-961-8940 314-961-8969
Mrs. Sariya Desiree Saabye, PT
Pediatrics Physical Therapist
8747 Big Bend Blvd, St. Louis, MO - 63119
314-968-4044 314-963-0787
Dr. Virginia Kay Kettenbach, PT,PHD
Physical Therapist
3437 Caroline St., Room 1030, St. Louis, MO - 63104
314-977-8543 314-977-8513
About Physical Therapists: Physical Therapists: are health care professionals who evaluate and treat people with health problems resulting from injury or disease. Physical therapist's assess joint motion, muscle strength and endurance, function of heart and lungs, and performance of activities required in daily living, among other responsibilities. Treatment includes therapeutic exercises, cardiovascular endurance training, and training in activities of daily living.
Physical therapists are qualified by an accredited program in physical therapy, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Physical therapists treat disease, injury, or loss of a bodily part by physical means, such as the application of light, heat, cold, water, electricity, massage and exercise. They develop treatment plans based upon each patient's strengths, weaknesses, range of motion and ability to function.
A health professional who specializes in physical therapy- the health care field concerned primarily with the treatment of disorders with physical agents and methods, such as massage, manipulation, therapeutic exercises, cold, heat (including short-wave, microwave, and ultrasonic diathermy), hydrotherapy, electric stimulation and light to assist in rehabilitating patients and in restoring normal function after an illness or injury. Sports Physical Therapist: A licensed physical therapist who has demonstrated specialized knowledge and skill in human anatomy and physiology, movement science, pathology and pathophysiology, medical and surgical intervention, and health and wellness, as well as rehabilitation/return to sports, management of acute injury/illness, medical and surgical consideration, injury prevention, and sports performance enhancement.