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34 Physical Therapists found in TamaracDr. Shawn Morgan, PT
Physical Therapist
7710 Nw 71st Ct Ste 210, Tamarac, FL - 33321
954-678-4848
Dr. Shayhan A Weir, DPT
Physical Therapist
7514 Black Olive Ave, Tamarac, FL - 33321
954-864-5337
Stephanie Draper, P.T.
Physical Therapist
7797 N University Dr, Suite 101, Tamarac, FL - 33321
954-722-6050 954-720-7776
Dr. Yihad Sabagh
Physical Therapist
5870 French Plum Ln, Tamarac, FL - 33321
954-993-0021
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.