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20 Physical Therapists found in KentPamela S Weis, PT
Physical Therapist
401 Devon Pl, Ste 135, Kent, OH - 44240
330-677-1937 330-677-8743
Paul Guyas, PT, NSCA-CSCS
Physical Therapist
540 Valleyview Dr, Kent, OH - 44240
330-678-6322
Ms. Teresa Ann Edwards, P.T.
Geriatrics Physical Therapist
1290 Fairchild Ave, Kent, OH - 44240
330-678-4912
Todd C Francis, P.T.
Physical Therapist
Eastway Dr, Kent, OH - 44242
330-672-2322 330-672-3711
Tonya Reynolds-taylor, PT, MS
Physical Therapist
1290 Fairchild Ave, Kent, OH - 44240
330-678-4912 330-968-4944
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.