Fortune April 25, 2024
“Physical therapists are movement experts,” says Roger Herr, American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) president. They’re especially important to older adults given that about half of physical therapists’ patients are over the age of 65—and that number is expected to grow as the population ages.
As part of their scope of practice, physical therapists provide evaluation, consultation, education, and treatment to improve balance, mobility, strength and endurance, coordination, and flexibility, says Herr.
Common conditions treated by physical therapy include osteoarthritis, low back pain, and urinary incontinence.
“Physical therapy can also be useful as a preventative measure, such as when you feel shaky on your feet to prevent a fall, or it can assist in your recovery after a fall or...
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