Physical Therapy Concepts and Specialties

What is the main goal of Physical Therapy?

• To prescribe medication

• To help people move better and recover from injuries

• To perform surgery

• To sell exercise equipment

Which of the following is a Type of Physical Therapy?

• Radiology

• Dermatology

• Sports PT

• Pharmacy

Which PT specialty helps people after a heart attack or with breathing issues

• Cardiovascular and Pulmonary

• Orthopaedics

• Neurology

• Pediatrics

What does pediatric PT focus on?

• Elderly care

• cancer recovery

• athletes

• kids and teens with movement issues

How many specialty certifications are recognized by the American Board of PT specialties

• 5

• 8

• 10

• 12

What is one way students can prepare for a PT career now?

• Skip science classes

• take dual credit or college prep classes

• work at a grocery store

What kind of work setting might a PT choose

• Hospital

• Gym

• Nursing home

• All of the above

What is the name of the exam you must pass after PT school

• NPTE

• LSAT

• GRE

• SAT

What is a benefit of being a physical therapist

• work only at a desk

• no need for education

• Helping people move better and live healthier lives

• limited job opportunities

Which of the following is a type of treatment used by PT's

• Joint mobilizations

• tooth cleaning

• casting bones

• surgery