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24 Physical Therapists found in TiftonMrs. Kelly Edge, DPT, PT
Physical Therapist
1451 Newton Dr, Tifton, GA - 31794
229-382-1665
Mr. Mark Raymond Westra, PT
Physical Therapist
1610 John Orr Dr, Tifton, GA - 31794
229-391-4580 229-391-4585
Michelle Tabasa Cayna
Physical Therapist
2002 Tift Ave N, Tifton, GA - 31794
229-382-7342
Nelia Fortson Mims, DPT
Physical Therapist
2227 Us Highway 41 N, Tifton, GA - 31794
229-353-6188
Rebecca Hawkins
Physical Therapist
1430 Us Highway 82 W, Tifton, GA - 31793
229-445-3256
Shauna M Harris, MPT
Physical Therapist
1488 Old Ocilla Rd, Tifton, GA - 31794
229-386-5200 229-386-1412
Thomas Ganas, PT
Physical Therapist
1641 Madison Ave, Tifton, GA - 31794
229-353-6188 229-353-6309
Timeeka Curry, PT
Physical Therapist
901 18th St E, Tifton, GA - 31794
229-353-6124 229-353-7722
Ulla Lappi-norqdvist, PT
Physical Therapist
901 18th St E, Tifton, GA - 31794
229-353-3347 229-353-7722
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.