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21 Physical Therapists found in DefianceRyan C Crandall, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
851 S Clinton St, Defiance, OH - 43512
419-782-8808 419-782-8148
Samuel Beining, PT
Physical Therapist
851 S Clinton St, Defiance, OH - 43512
419-785-4415
Sara Renee Schuette, PT
Physical Therapist
1200 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH - 43512
419-783-4499
Sheila Vorst
Physical Therapist
1252 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH - 43512
419-783-6943
Ms. Stacy R English, PT
Physical Therapist
1400 E 2nd St, Defiance, OH - 43512
419-784-1414 419-783-3269
Whitni Drewes, P.T.
Physical Therapist
1400 E 2nd St, Defiance, OH - 43512
419-783-3309
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.