Physical Therapy Aide

To diagnose patient conditions

To assist physical therapists in treatment sessions

To prescribe medication

To perform surgery

Stethoscope

Goniometer

Sphygmomanometer

Otoscope

The distance a joint can move in a specific direction

The speed at which a muscle can contract

The amount of weight a muscle can lift

The endurance of a muscle during exercise

Bicep curls

Leg lifts

Tandem walking

Bench press

To increase the speed of patient recovery

To prevent injury to themselves and patients

To enhance muscle growth

To improve cardiovascular health

Conduction

Radiation

Convection

Evaporation

Patient's blood type

Patient's range of motion measurements

Patient's genetic information

Patient's dietary preferences

By increasing muscle mass

By reducing joint stress and pain

By improving skin tone

By enhancing lung capacity

Designing exercise programs

Analyzing movement patterns to improve efficiency

Prescribing medication

Performing genetic testing

To provide detailed medical diagnoses

To explain and demonstrate exercises

To conduct surgical procedures

To prescribe nutritional supplements