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20 Physical Therapists found in Dana PointSamantha Beth Levinson, D.P.T.
Physical Therapist
22912 Via Genoa, Dana Point, CA - 92629
949-350-7265
Dr. Scott Parrish, DPT
Physical Therapist
24941 Dana Point Harbor Dr Ste C120, Dana Point, CA - 92629
949-373-5054
Ms. Sinead Anne Mcgurrin, PT
Physical Therapist
24 Regina, Dana Point, CA - 92629
949-481-6915
Sonya Mondragon
Physical Therapist
34241 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA - 92629
949-496-3896
Whitney Wilson, P.T.
Physical Therapist
28 Monarch Bay Plz, Dana Point, CA - 92629
949-661-8886
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.