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Physical Therapy Physical therapists work with people who have been physically disabled by illness or accident or who are born with a handicap. As a member of the health care team, the physical therapist works to develop and deliver appropriate treatment programs for the relief of pain, prevention of deformity, improvement of strength, development of coordination and increase in functional ability. Treatment may involve exercise, in conjunction with the application of heat, cold, water, electricity, ultrasound, traction and/or massage. Their work is often closely coordinated with that of the Occupational Therapist, because both fields involve training patients to improve their motor abilities. Limited number of schools currently offer a bachelor's degree. Post-professional master's degree programs for advance professional physical therapy study are available at many institutions. A large number of universities also offer doctoral-level programs to prepare students for faculty and research positions in physical therapy or advanced clinical specialties. Successful completion of a state-administered national exam is required to obtain licensure. Admission requirementsMost schools require a bachelor's degree with specific core science courses for entrance into their master's degree programs. Admission to a physical therapy program generally requires volunteer or paid experience in a health care setting. Applicants seeking admission to a physical therapist program should contact the school they are interested in attending for information on specific prerequisites and admission requirements. Course Requirements
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