Diploma In Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy is a clinical health science and profession that aims to rehabilitate and improve people with movement disorders by using evidence-based, natural methods such as exercise, motivation, adapted equipment, education and advocacy.

Physiotherapists study medical science subjects such as anatomy, neuroscience and physiology to develop skills and attitudes necessary for health education and prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of patients with physical disorders and disabilities.

Physiotherapists are often referred to as 'movement specialists'. They are trained to assess and treat a variety of conditions that affect the physical function of adults and children.  Physiotherapists who are trained particularly to work with children and adolescents are Pediatric Physiotherapists.

Physiotherapists are trained to assess the patient’s condition, diagnose the problem, and help the patient’s to understand what’s wrong. The following are common treatment methods physiotherapists may use:

• Exercise programs to improve mobility and strengthen muscles
• Joint manipulation and mobilization to reduce pain and stiffness
• Muscle re-education to improve control
• Airway clearance techniques and breathing exercises
• Soft tissue mobilization (massage)
• Acupuncture
• Hydrotherapy

Physiotherapists work within a broad range of practical settings:

Government and private hospitals
Physiotherapy Consultant
Private physiotherapy clinics ,and nursing homes
Physiotherapy Consultant
Sports centers and bodies
Exercise Prescription Specialist
Sports Physiotherapist
Fitness Consultant
Tutors at Private Higher Educational Institutions (Colleges)
Health Care Industry-product specialist
Health Promotion Consultant

Physiotherapists also have a role within the government and health planning agencies. Physiotherapists are increasingly participating in research, conducting studies on specific conditions and injuries as well as the effectiveness of physiotherapy. There is a good demand for qualified and trained physiotherapist internationally as well.