Physical therapy (PT) also known as physiotherapy,
Is one of the allied health professions that, by using mechanical force and movements ( biomechanics or kinesiology), manual therapy, exercise therapy, and electrotherapy, remediates impairments and promotes mobility and function?
Physical therapy is used to improve a patient’s quality of life through examination, diagnosis, prognosis, physical intervention, and patient education. It is performed by physical therapists (known as physiotherapists)