Everything you need to know about studying a PhD in Physiotherapy

part of Medicine & Health

Physiotherapy is an interdisciplinary subject and a branch of Medicine & Health. Physiotherapy will prepare you to help people with physical impairments.

During Physiotherapy courses, students learn notions of Psychology, as well as Reflexology. They use this knowledge, as well as movement, exercises and advice to help patients overcome their disabilities and improve their overall quality of life. Think of a life coach for your body, and you have the general image of a Physiotherapist.

Students also discover how to use and adjust treatment plans and adapt them depending on patients' specific needs. Physical therapy involves many human skills. You will need a lot of patience and understanding as you help people recover.

Some of the subjects covered by courses in Physiotherapy are Therapeutic Practice, Electrotherapy, Basic Motor Skills of Children with Disabilities, Pain Therapy, Medical Recovery, and Kinesiology.

After graduation, you can work as a: physiotherapist, sports therapist, acupuncturist, chiropractor, exercise physiologist, and others. You will be able to work in hospitals, private clinics, special schools, community centres, nursing homes or sports clubs.

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