Physical Therapists
Physical therapists assess patients and create plans to help them improve their movement, relieve pain and increase strength. They evaluate the effects of treatment and adjust to maximize the benefits. Physical therapists also test the patient’s strength, motor skills and functions, sensory perceptions, respiratory or circulatory efficiency and show patients how to perform the prescribed exercises and review progress. Physical therapists help decrease or prevent problems due to disease or injury.
AT-A-GLANCE
Average Salary
$60—100K
Job Growth
22.88%
Education Required
Doctoral or professional degree
Patient Interaction
High
Blood Interaction
Low