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81 Physical Therapists found in Saint AugustineStephen Anderson
Physical Therapist
220 Pescado Dr, Saint Augustine, FL - 32095
904-803-7196
Steven Charles Curtis, DPT
Physical Therapist
1 University Blvd, Saint Augustine, FL - 32086
904-829-3411 904-829-3412
Tayler Rayanna Adams, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
4320 A1a S Ste 7, Saint Augustine, FL - 32080
904-679-3449 904-679-3436
Thomas Olesko
Orthopedic Physical Therapist
105 Mariner Health Way Ste 213, Saint Augustine, FL - 32086
904-217-4259 904-217-4251
Dr. Wanda Brown Nitsch, PT
Orthopedic Physical Therapist
1 University Blvd, Saint Augustine, FL - 32086
904-826-0084 904-827-0069
Mr. William L Conrad, DPT
Orthopedic Physical Therapist
1 University Blvd, Saint Augustine, FL - 32086
904-826-0084
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.