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Physiotherapist
Does helping the mobility of patients make you stand up and think? Would assisting people to overcome physical injuries through sport, accidents and ageing appeal to you? Then read on.
Physiotherapists treat people for sicknessses, injuries and disabilities. They help people to recover from illness or injury or to cope with disability and lead as independent and fulfilling lives as possible.
As a Physiotherapists you would work as part of a medical team treating people of all ages and with all types of injuries. You would play and important role in educating communities on health issues. You would examine patients to evaluate how well the different body systems are working and find out the causes of their pain. The treating of patients would involve massage, exercise and the use of equipment producing infrared radiation and ultrasound. Other methods of treatment is the use of thermotherapy and electrotherapy.
As a Physiotherapist you would explore the patient's psychosocial situation and give advice on coping with chronic pain and illness.
As a Physiotherapist your work would include:
- helping patients with spinal and joint problems, especially after an operation
- assisting in the rehabilitation of patients recovering from accidetns, sports injuries and strokes
- working with children who have metal or physical disabilities
- promoting greater mobility in older people experiencing physical problems.
Physiotherapy is particularly useful for people with problems surrounding the function of their muscles, bones, heartm circultation and lungs. You could work with clients in a range of areas and departmetns such as paediatrics, outpaitients, intensive care womens health and occupational health.
Physiotherapists can work either as a department of a Medical facility, independently within a Medical facility or open their own practice working independently.
Useful Information
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Career Snapshot Physiotherapist |
In Demand
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Qualification Required |
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Work Outdoors |
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Maths Required |
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Science Required |
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This is a general guide - it is important to check admission requirements with the various training institutions first because entry requirements may vary.
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