physical therapy
noun
1
: therapy that is used to preserve, enhance, or restore movement and physical function impaired or threatened by disease, injury, or disability and that utilizes therapeutic exercise, physical modalities (such as massage and electrotherapy), assistive devices, and patient education and training
—abbreviation PT
called also physiotherapy
2
plural physical therapies
: a therapeutic treatment utilized in physical therapy
[Andrea] Behrman said the center's work consists of physical therapies aimed at "retraining" the spine in an effort to improve strength and mobility.—
Deborah Yetter
—abbreviation PT
Deborah Yettercalled also physiotherapy
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That is like the physical therapy that's happening in little steps.
—Outside Online, 30 Oct. 2024
She was told to seek physical therapy, but as the pain continued, McNeill, 34, went for private treatment.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 17 Oct. 2024
It could also be used to monitor eating habits to help people manage weight, assist with physical therapy for those suffering from facial paralysis and more.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
The large gym in the center of the building operates as a regular gym where guests can buy memberships, schedule one-on-one training appointments and exercise, including caretakers who bring in those who need physical therapy.
—Alysa Guffey, The Indianapolis Star, 2 Oct. 2024
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Outside Online, 30 Oct. 2024
She was told to seek physical therapy, but as the pain continued, McNeill, 34, went for private treatment.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 17 Oct. 2024
It could also be used to monitor eating habits to help people manage weight, assist with physical therapy for those suffering from facial paralysis and more.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
The large gym in the center of the building operates as a regular gym where guests can buy memberships, schedule one-on-one training appointments and exercise, including caretakers who bring in those who need physical therapy.
—Alysa Guffey, The Indianapolis Star, 2 Oct. 2024
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“Physical therapy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/physical%20therapy. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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