Physical Therapists in New Lenox, Illinois

Physical Therapists
female physical therapist
Teresa S Slowik, MPT

    Physical Therapist
412 Nelson Rd, New Lenox, IL 60451
815-462-1333     815-462-1360
female physical therapist
Ms. Traci Rzeszutko, PT, DPT

    Physical Therapist
2320 E Lincoln Hwy, New Lenox, IL 60451
815-469-1500    
male physical therapist
Uri Ondras

    Physical Therapist
2534 E Lincoln Hwy, New Lenox, IL 60451
815-462-9420    
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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.