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200 Physical Therapists found in TopekaTyler Shaffer, DPT
Physical Therapist
4015 Sw Gage Center Dr, Topeka, KS - 66604
785-273-1379
Valerie Ann Ball, CPTA
Geriatrics Physical Therapist
3220 Sw Albright Dr, Topeka, KS - 66614
785-969-6689 785-286-7513
William Michael Dent, PT
Physical Therapist
2660 Sw 3rd St, Topeka, KS - 66606
785-354-6116 785-354-5166
William G Rogers, LPT
Physical Therapist
1500 Sw 10th Ave, Topeka, KS - 66604
785-354-6000
Mr. Zachary Robert Hill, CPTA
Physical Therapist
601 Sw Corporate Vw Ste 220, Topeka, KS - 66615
785-228-6100 785-228-6101
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.