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65 Physical Therapists found in Van NuysTincuta Stere
Physical Therapist
7447 Sepulveda Blvd, Van Nuys, CA - 91405
181-878-7340
Dr. Tracy L Crockett Dalton, D.P.T.
Pediatrics Physical Therapist
13401 Hartland St, Van Nuys, CA - 91405
818-255-2055 818-255-2055
Mr. Victor Gutierrez Santos, RPT
Physical Therapist
15643 Sherman Way, Ste 450, Van Nuys, CA - 91406
818-988-0288 818-530-7889
Ms. Wanda Sue Flemming, PT
Physical Therapist
16300 Roscoe Blvd, Suite 1a, Van Nuys, CA - 91406
818-893-4426 818-893-0496
Yamit Saadia, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
15107 Vanowen St, Van Nuys, CA - 91405
818-782-6600
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.