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109 Physical Therapists found in SpringfieldTodd P Pyser, PT
Physical Therapist
300 Birnie Ave, Ste 201, Springfield, MA - 01107
413-785-4666 413-846-4756
Mrs. Vesha Czuber, M.S.P.T.
Physical Therapist
80 Congress St, Suite 101, Springfield, MA - 01104
413-732-4002 413-732-4504
Yvette Lucy Santana
Physical Therapist
516 Carew St, Springfield, MA - 01104
413-575-2925
Zbigniew Paluch, P.T
Orthopedic Physical Therapist
336 Longhill St, Springfield, MA - 01108
413-739-0040
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.