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What is the primary focus of Physical Therapy?
What is the primary focus of Physical Therapy?
- Performing surgical procedures for physical rehabilitation
- Improving physical ability through movement science (correct)
- Providing medication for physical ailments
- Offering psychological counseling for physical injuries
What is the main goal of Physical Therapy?
What is the main goal of Physical Therapy?
- Promoting pharmaceutical treatments
- Encouraging sedentary lifestyle
- Encouraging dependence on medical devices
- Restoring and maximizing physical ability (correct)
What does Physical Therapy primarily use to help individuals?
What does Physical Therapy primarily use to help individuals?
- Herbal remedies
- Acupuncture techniques
- Science of movement (correct)
- Chiropractic adjustments
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Physical Therapy Overview
- The primary focus of Physical Therapy is to promote optimal physical function and overall well-being.
- The main goal of Physical Therapy is to help individuals achieve optimal physical function, mobility, and strength, and to alleviate pain and discomfort.
- Physical Therapy primarily uses a combination of exercises, manual therapy, and education to help individuals recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, and improve their overall health and quality of life.
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Test your knowledge of physical therapy with this quiz! Explore treatment methods, science of movement, and how physical therapists help people restore, maintain, and maximize their physical abilities.
