Physical Therapists in Wishek, North Dakota

Physical Therapists
male physical therapist
Mr. John Francis Kosiak, PT, ATC

    Physical Therapist
1007 4th Ave S., Wishek, ND 58495
701-452-3143    
female physical therapist
Kristen Burgad Heidrich

    Physical Therapist
1007 4th Ave S, Wishek, ND 58495
701-452-3143    
female physical therapist
Rebecca Mae Bender, DPT

    Physical Therapist
1007 4th Ave S, Wishek, ND 58495
701-452-3143    
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.
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