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111 Physical Therapists found in JacksonVanessa Y Atkinson, RPT
Physical Therapist
5250 Galaxie Dr, Suite K, Jackson, MS - 39206
601-368-4570 601-368-4571
Veronica Woodson
Physical Therapist
1650 Lelia Dr Ste 105, Jackson, MS - 39216
601-790-0725
William David Henry, DMD, PT
Physical Therapist
5935 Highway 18 W, Jackson, MS - 39209
601-922-7028 601-922-9005
William Blaine Finnie, PT
Physical Therapist
1200 N State St Ste 210, Jackson, MS - 39202
601-714-3202 601-714-3416
Yesha D Patel, PT
Physical Therapist
1200 N State St Ste 210, Jackson, MS - 39202
601-714-3202 601-714-3416
Yolanda Epps, PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Physical Therapist
1600 Raymond Rd, Jackson, MS - 39204
601-371-1700 601-371-1006
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.