Who are Physical Therapists?
Physical therapists are health care professionals who are licensed by the State of Kentucky. All licensed physical therapists have graduated from an accredited college program and have passed a national examination. Most of our physical therapists have a master’s degree in physical therapy, and some of our most recent graduates have doctorates. Furthermore, all of our therapists have attended extensive continuing education courses after college graduation.
- Team Approach
The most effective treatment involves a team including the patient, therapist, and referring physician. During the evaluation, the therapist will explain what he/she is doing and will answer any questions that the patient may have about the injury/condition and the treatment plan. At the end of the evaluation, the patient and the therapist should have a good understanding of the situation and the patient’s functional goals. Finally, the therapist will notify the physician of the findings and send the treatment plan for the physician to review and approve.
