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20 Physical Therapists found in MurraySamantha Headrick, DPT
Physical Therapist
405 Sycamore St, Murray, KY - 42071
270-917-1556
Samantha Clymer Murphey, DPT
Physical Therapist
208 S 6th St, Murray, KY - 42071
502-633-1007 502-805-1511
Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Martin, PT
Physical Therapist
803 Poplar St, Murray, KY - 42071
270-762-1139 270-762-1799
Skyler Hunter
Physical Therapist
732 Vine St, Murray, KY - 42071
270-753-6477
Mr. Stephen Darnell Passmore, PT
Physical Therapist
465 Ezell Rd, Murray, KY - 42071
270-753-8531 270-753-8531
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.