The career of a physical therapist has a very positive outlook, with approximately a increase of job market growth throughout the next ten years.

Physical therapists are licensed Doctors of Physical Therapy (DPT). They are an essential for patients who need to rehabilitate themselves when either recovering from an injury or suffering a chronic condition.

They also analyze a patient’s case and develop a therapy plan that will work best for the patient’s rehabilitation.

Physical therapists are an extremely necessary component of patient care, and are heavily relied on by doctors and other healthcare professionals to assist in the improvement of a patient condition, in addition to restoring patient independence.

They use tools for physical exercise, and often the assistance of a PT assistant to improve patient’s physical activity and independence.

If you’re interested in working as a physical therapist, you might like our “How to Become a Physical Therapist” guide.