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21 Physical Therapists found in WeirtonMrs. Michelle Ann Elias, PT
Physical Therapist
601 Colliers Way, Weirton, WV - 26062
304-797-6495 304-797-6496
Nicole R Mastrantoni, DPT
Physical Therapist
414 Penco Rd, Weirton, WV - 26062
304-723-3780 304-723-4110
Rebecca Lynn Hostuttler, PT
Physical Therapist
Wmc Home Health, 601 Colliers Way, Weirton, WV - 26062
304-797-6495 304-797-6496
Ryan Dennis
Physical Therapist
601 Colliers Way, Weirton, WV - 26062
304-797-6495
Sarah E Thomas, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
2525 Pennsylvania Ave, Weirton, WV - 26062
304-723-3160 304-723-3849
William E Anderson
Physical Therapist
601 Colliers Way, Weirton, WV - 26062
304-797-6495
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.