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155 Physical Therapists found in WarwickTimothy David Swenson, DPT
Orthopedic Physical Therapist
25 Coronado Rd, Warwick, RI - 02886
508-277-5233
Tracy Anne Mckenna, PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Physical Therapist
236 Crestwood Rd, Warwick, RI - 02886
401-884-4257
Tyler Michael Garry
Physical Therapist
250 Centerville Rd Bldg A, Warwick, RI - 02886
401-384-6490
Veronica M Ruiz, DPT
Physical Therapist
535 Centerville Rd Ste 101, Warwick, RI - 02886
401-737-6011 401-737-4811
Ms. Xiaohua Dong
Physical Therapist
72 W Shore Rd, Unit 102, Warwick, RI - 02889
401-219-2365
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.