What Methods Do Physical Therapists Use?

^{Reviewed by: My Child Without Limits Advisory Committee September 2009}

There are a number of treatment methods that physical therapists use to help patients. Some of these methods include:

• Teaching and practice of functional developmental, motor, and mobility skills;
• Therapeutic exercise for strengthening, endurance, and joint mobility
• Balance and coordination activities;
• Support for Recreation, play, and leisure;
• Adaptation of daily care activities and routines;
• Use of assistive technology.
• Home activity recommendations
• Consultation with family, teachers, community agencies, and other service providers

The major goal of physical therapy services is to enhance function and mobility to advance to promote participation in home, school, and community activities.

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