Physical Therapists in Margaretville, New York

Physical Therapists
female physical therapist
Carly Ann Jones, DPT

    Physical Therapist
42084 New York 28, Box 200, Margaretville, NY 12455
307-652-2140     607-652-2141
male physical therapist
Dr. Christopher Marks, PT, DPT

    Physical Therapist
42084 State Highway 28, Margaretville, NY 12455
845-586-2631    
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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