Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Physiotherapists study medical science subjects such as anatomy, physiology, medicine, surgery, pharmacology & specialized physiotherapy subjects such as Kinesiology, Biomechanics & Ergonomics, Therapeutic Exercises & Techniques Physical Agents & Electrotherapy, Evidence based practice, Clinical decision making & differential diagnosis, which are related to developing skills and attitudes necessary for health education and prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of patients with physical disorders and disabilities.

The core skills of physiotherapists include manual therapy, therapeutic exercise and the application of electrotherapeutic modalities. Physiotherapists practice in many setting, such as Primary & Tertiary Care Hospitals, Outpatient Clinics, Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Private Homes, Education and Research Centers, Schools, Fitness Centers and Sport Training Facilities.

Physiotherapists study medical science subjects such as anatomy, physiology, medicine, surgery, pharmacology & specialized physiotherapy subjects such as Kinesiology, Biomechanics & Ergonomics, Therapeutic Exercises & Techniques Physical Agents & Electrotherapy, Evidence based practice, Clinical decision making & differential diagnosis, which are related to developing skills and attitudes necessary for health education and prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of patients with physical disorders and disabilities.

The core skills of physiotherapists include manual therapy, therapeutic exercise and the application of electrotherapeutic modalities. Physiotherapists practice in many setting, such as Primary & Tertiary Care Hospitals, Outpatient Clinics, Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Private Homes, Education and Research Centers, Schools, Fitness Centers and Sport Training Facilities.

Pediatric physiotherapy specialize in the treatment of children who have developmental dysfunctions and specific pediatric disorders. Also aims to optimize a child's function as they grow, irrespective of their physical condition. It takes into consideration the impact of growth and growth spurts on the child and uses this knowledge to treat each child accordingly.

Physiotherapists work very closely with multidisciplinary team to rehabilitate patients who require skin grafts, flaps, breast reconstructions and other forms of plastic surgery.

Physiotherapist treats patients after hand trauma or hand surgery. He / She provide exercises, advice and education and scar management as large parts of the rehabilitation.

The women's health physiotherapy team provide an extensive in-patient and out-patient service to obstetrics and gynaecology patients. This includes a series of antenatal classes, treatment for low back pain & pelvic pain and health promotion in the postnatal wards.

The amputee physiotherapy service provides specialized rehabilitation for patients following the loss of a limb.

Neurological physiotherapy is focused on working with individuals who have a neurological disorder or disease. These include Alzheimer's disease, Brain injury, Cerebral palsy, Multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, Spinal cord injury, and Stroke.

Physiotherapy can help by decreasing spasm of the musculature of the spine. Strengthening the core muscles (those surrounding the spine and abdominals) one can better support the spine and decrease discomfort.

Therapy can also help to improve posture and decrease mechanical back pain.

Physiotherapy in the field of Oncology and Palliative care has a crucial role both in malignant and non-malignant disease. Rehabilitation for both groups of patients enable these patients to live longer and can function at a minimum level of dependency and optimize their quality of life, regardless of their life expectancy.

Geriatric Physiotherapy covers a wide area of issues concerning older adult. There are many conditions that affect many people as they grow older and include but are not limited to the following: Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Cancer, Alzheimer's disease, Hip and joint replacement, Balance disorders, incontinence, etc.