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21 Physical Therapists found in EsteroMaria T. Yuvienco, RPT
Physical Therapist
21301 S Tamiami Trl, Ste 130, Estero, FL - 33928
239-645-6295 239-947-9606
Dr. Mckenzi Genslinger, DPT
Physical Therapist
19259 Elston Way, Estero, FL - 33928
630-947-5150
Nils-otto Jaasko, PT, DPT, ATC
Physical Therapist
9119 Estero River Cir, Estero, FL - 33928
239-324-6824
Patricia Anne Curr, PT
Physical Therapist
9250 Corkscrew Rd, Ste 15, Estero, FL - 33928
239-400-5639 866-835-2456
Robin Dysard, PT
Physical Therapist
19559 Deming Ln, Estero, FL - 33928
239-949-7000
Stefanie Morgan, PT
Physical Therapist
10201 Arcos Ave Ste 204, Estero, FL - 33928
239-494-1399 239-676-1374
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.