Frequently Asked Questions about Physical Therapy Professionals and their services:
What is a physical therapist?
A physical therapist is a licensed health care professional who examines and evaluates a patient's
condition and then plans and administers treatments to promote optimal health. Physical therapists seek
to relieve pain, improve the body's movement and function, maintain cardiopulmonary function, restore,
maintain and promote optimal physical function; and limit disabilities resulting from injury or disease.
What credentials does a New York physical therapist have?
A New York physical therapist has completed an approved four-to-six-year college program in
physical therapy, including studies in biology, basic medical sciences, and clinical experience. Studies
focus on the evaluation and treatment of the heart, lungs, muscles, bones, and the nervous system. In
addition, New York physical therapists have passed a national written examination and met all criteria for
licensure in New York State.
How do I obtain the services of a physical therapist?
Physical therapists practice with referrals from dentists, nurse practitioners, physicians, physician
assistants, and podiatrists. As of November 23, 2006, a physical therapist with three years of practice
experience may treat patients without a referral from a physician, dentist, podiatrist, or nurse practitioner
for 10 visits or 30 days, whichever occurs first. However, treatment without a referral may not be an
expense covered by insurance.
What is a physical therapist?
A physical therapist is a licensed health care professional who examines and evaluates a patient's
condition and then plans and administers treatments to promote optimal health. Physical therapists seek
to relieve pain, improve the body's movement and function, maintain cardiopulmonary function, restore,
maintain and promote optimal physical function; and limit disabilities resulting from injury or disease.
What credentials does a New York physical therapist have?
A New York physical therapist has completed an approved four-to-six-year college program in
physical therapy, including studies in biology, basic medical sciences, and clinical experience. Studies
focus on the evaluation and treatment of the heart, lungs, muscles, bones, and the nervous system. In
addition, New York physical therapists have passed a national written examination and met all criteria for
licensure in New York State.
How do I obtain the services of a physical therapist?
Physical therapists practice with referrals from dentists, nurse practitioners, physicians, physician
assistants, and podiatrists. As of November 23, 2006, a physical therapist with three years of practice
experience may treat patients without a referral from a physician, dentist, podiatrist, or nurse practitioner
for 10 visits or 30 days, whichever occurs first. However, treatment without a referral may not be an
expense covered by insurance.
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