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52 Physical Therapists found in Blue SpringsSarah Elizabeth Frank, MSPT
Orthopedic Physical Therapist
220 Nw R.d. Mize Rd, Suite B203, Blue Springs, MO - 64014
816-220-0223
Scott Kavanaugh
Orthopedic Physical Therapist
732 N 7 Hwy, Blue Springs, MO - 64014
816-229-6622
Shannon Benjamin
Physical Therapist
630 Nw Rosaceae Dr, Blue Springs, MO - 64015
913-671-0911
Shira Brock, DPT
Geriatrics Physical Therapist
20511 E Trinity Pl, Blue Springs, MO - 64015
816-622-2900
Mr. Terry L. Publow, P.T.
Physical Therapist
1131 W Main St, Blue Springs, MO - 64015
816-229-1941
Thomas Allen Finley, DPT, PT
Physical Therapist
505a Ne Adams Dairy Pkwy, Blue Springs, MO - 64014
816-988-2800 888-975-7269
Thomas Edward Frevert, DPT
Physical Therapist
501 Nw Vesper St, Blue Springs, MO - 64014
816-427-5300 816-927-6342
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.