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7 Physical Therapists found in WalkersvilleBernadette M. Schwai, MPT
Physical Therapist
209 Solar Dr, Walkersville, MD - 21793
240-439-5825 201-233-1234
Cathy Nivling
Physical Therapist
56 W Frederick St, Walkersville, MD - 21793
301-898-4321
Denise Bozue, PT
Neurology Physical Therapist
56 W Frederick St, Walkersville, MD - 21793
301-898-4321 301-898-4343
Jenna Lee Klahre, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
56 W Frederick St, Walkersville, MD - 21793
301-898-4300
Mary Thorsen, PT
Physical Therapist
19 W Frederick St, Walkersville, MD - 21793
301-845-0045 301-845-0045
Rachel Joy
Physical Therapist
56 W Frederick St, Walkersville, MD - 21793
301-898-4320 301-898-4343
Shraddha Mistry, PT
Physical Therapist
56 W Frederick St, Walkersville, MD - 21793
201-354-7212
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.