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About
Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy is a non- invasive health care profession concerned with human function, movement, and maximizing functional performance, by using physical approaches like therapeutic exercises, mobilization, and electro- physical modalities to promote, maintain and restore physical, psychological and social well being.

Physiotherapy involves the interaction between the physical therapist, patients/clients, other health professionals, families, caregivers, and communities in a process where movement potential is examined/assessed and goals are agreed upon, using knowledge and skills unique to physical therapists.

A RELAXED AND WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT

Role of a physiotherapist in
Health care

Physiotherapists assess and diagnose the problem, then plan and provide treatment programs that aim to restore function or minimize dysfunction after disease or injury. This is achieved through a combination of manual therapy, movement training, and the use of physical and electrophysical agents.

Problem Solving

Physiotherapists follow the approach of problem-solving, clinical reasoning, goal setting, and reviewing to address the problems of impairment, disability, and functional limitations.

Physical Conditions

Physiotherapists treat a wide range of physical conditions, especially those associated with the neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems. They address the ailments of a wide spectrum of populations ranging from newborn to old age.

Play a pivotal role

Physiotherapists play a pivotal role in health promotion, health education, and self-care by advising and teaching patients, care-givers, other health care professionals, and support workers to provide a coherent approach to maximize independence and well-being of patients.

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CARING IS OUR PASSIONScope of Physiotherapy

The physiotherapist's extensive knowledge of the body and its movement needs and potential is central to determining strategies for diagnosis and intervention.

Oath Of A Physical Therapist
Ethical Principles Of Physiotherapy

In the presence of my colleagues, friends, families, and teachers, and in view of the honored profession I am entering into, I solemnly and willingly state that I delicate myself to the following:

I will practice physical-therapy with compassion for the vulnerabilities in each of my patients and will work to preserve their dignity and promote their health and welfare.
I will value the lives of my patients as I value my own life, through my concern for their significance and with respect for them and the confidential nature of our relationship.
I will be humble.
I recognize my limitations and will continue to consult with my colleagues and co-workers for knowledge with which I can better treat my patients and for the inspiration to expand and augment my education.
l will share my knowledge with my colleagues and patients freely, with compassion and patience.
I will work toward the improvement of the quality of life for all of my patients.
I will honor the choices that my patients make with respect to their wishes and needs.
I will do no harm to another human.
I will work to improve the practice of physical therapy so that all who seek it will receive treatment that is proper, ethical, and just.
I will not allow my judgment regarding the practice of my profession to be influenced by race, creed, religion, greed, or unethical behavior.
I will expect the same behavior from my colleagues and co-workers.
Thus, with this oath, I freely accept the obligations and rewards which will accompany my practice of physical therapy.

The World Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT) expects physical therapists to:
1. Respect the rights and dignity of all individuals.
2. Comply with the laws and regulations governing the practice of physical therapy in the country in which they practice.
3. Accept responsibility for the exercise of sound judgment.
4. Provide honest, competent, and accountable professional services.
5. Provide quality services.
6. Be entitled to a just and fair level of remuneration for their services.
7. Provide accurate information to patients/clients, to other agencies and the community about physical therapy and the services physical therapists provide.
8. Contribute to the planning and development of services that address the health needs of the community.