Question 1

can a physical therapy assistant become a athletic trainer with credits transfer?

Accepted Answer

Depends on program: There is no question that a physical therapy assistant can become an athletic trainer.  Whether credits or how much credit would be transferred depends upon the program and the school.

Question 2

is it a good idea to continue icing during physical therapy or should i transfer to heat? if yes to ice, should i do it before or after rehab session?

Accepted Answer

Usually: icing for 2-5 days followed by heat therapy, depending on the nature and extent of injury.

Question 3

how to figure out why i can't walk after 4 months physical therapy?

Accepted Answer

Talk to doctor: Many details needed, and would be best for you to talk to your doctor about your lack of progress at pt.

Question 4

why is my surgeon telling me i don't need physical therapy?

Accepted Answer

Depends: 1) Some conditions do not seem to respond well to PT.

2) There may not be decent PT resources available.

3) The goal of PT is to teach you how to do exercises at home/in the community on your own and perhaps additional PT is not needed by you.

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Question 5

will physical therapy hurt?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: It is designed to help and regain normal motion and position.
After surgery or an injury there may be some pain as you start your therapy

Question 6

is physical therapy painful?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: Some pt may be uncomfortable at times but most of the time it is not.

Question 7

what are risks of physical therapy?

Accepted Answer

Beware: 1) getting pushed and progressed too aggressively
2) getting passive modalities (hooked up to machines) and abandoned while the therapist pays attention to other clients.

Question 8

why should i go to physical therapy?

Accepted Answer

Training : A good physical therapist will evaluate physical problems and design a plan of care that addresses the specific problems a person is facing.  They will also help you learn exercises appropriately to prevent further damage.  A good pt program will also teach the exercises or activities to do at home to prevent problems in the future.

Question 9

how exactly does physical therapy work?

Accepted Answer

Improve function: The goal of physical therapy is to restore function of affected parts of the body. It requires passive or active mobilization of groups of muscles or soft tissue ( tendons, ligaments )and treatment of the inflammation with different exercises, movements, technics or machines. They use heat or cold, electrical stimulation, ultrasound waves, weights, massage or others.

Question 10

what should i expect from physical therapy?

Accepted Answer

Depends!: It depends on what your doctor ordered. I generally prescribe an exercise program to stretch and strengthen the back (the therapist instructs you in this), plus general fitness (aerobic exercise). The therapist may use other techniques, but in the end you should be able to do the exercise program on your own.

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