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| 3226 PHYSIOTHERAPISTS AND RELATED ASSOCIATE PROFESSIONALS |
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Physiotherapists and related associate professionals treat
disorders of bones, muscles and parts of the circulatory or the
nervous system by manipulative methods, and ultrasound, heating,
laser or similar techniques, or apply physiotherapy and related
therapies as part of the treatment for the physically disabled,
mentally ill or unbalanced.
Tasks include -
(a) advising communities and individuals on correct body
postures, for work or otherwise, to avoid injuries and
strain and to strengthen muscles;
(b) conducting examinations to make diagnoses of disorders of
bones, muscles and parts of the circulatory or the nervous
system to determine proper treatment or refer to Medical
doctors, if necessary;
(c) treating disorders of bones, muscles and parts of the
circulatory or the nervous system by manipulative methods,
and the use of ultrasound, heating, laser or similar
techniques;
(d) massaging client or patient to improve circulation, soothe
or stimulate nerves, facilitate elimination of waste
matter, stretch contracted tendons and produce other
therapeutic effects;
(e) examining body deformities and disorders to determine and
write specifications for artificial limbs or other
appliances, helping to fit them and explaining their use;
(f) applying physiotherapy and related techniques as part of
the treatment of the mentally ill or unbalanced;
(g) performing related tasks;
(h) supervising other workers.
Examples of the occupations classified here:
- Chiropractor
- Physiotherapist
- Podiatrist
Some related occupations classified elsewhere:
- Therapist, occupational - 3229
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