How do they match: Physical Therapist Assistants

  • Confer with physical therapy staff or others to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, or coordinating treatment.
  • Administer active or passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, aquatic physical therapy, or heat, light, sound, or electrical modality treatments, such as ultrasound.

  • Confer with other professionals to plan patient care.
  • Train patients, family members, or caregivers in techniques for managing disabilities or illnesses.