physiotherapist

Physiotherapists work with a variety of patients including physically disabled children, women before and after giving birth, athletes, patients who are in hospital or attending clinics and people within the community.

Tasks can include:

helping patients recover from accident, illness or injury

organising therapeutic physical exercise sessions

providing massages

using specialist techniques such as electrotherapy and ultrasound

collecting statistics

writing reports

liaising with professionals such as doctors and nurses

providing education and advice about exercise and movement

keeping up to date with the latest advancements in the profession.