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21 Physical Therapists found in DixonPatricia J Geisz, P.T.
Physical Therapist
215 E 1st St, Commerce Towers, Suite 318-319, Dixon, IL - 61021
815-285-5591
Sarah Habben, PT
Physical Therapist
1676 S Galena Ave, Dixon, IL - 61021
815-677-9607 815-677-9922
Skyla Strum
Physical Therapist
215 E 1st St, Dixon, IL - 61021
815-285-5591
Stacey Penaflor
Physical Therapist
403 E 1st St, Dixon, IL - 61021
815-285-5591
Mr. Tyrone Tejam
Physical Therapist
510 E Fellows St Apt 2, Dixon, IL - 61021
312-442-2650 815-271-8383
Wendy Sue Phillips, P.T.
Physical Therapist
403 East 1st St, Ksb Physical Rehab, Dixon, IL - 61021
815-285-5591
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.