Physical Therapists Specializations

The field of physical therapy is a healthcare profession that includes examination, evaluation, and treatment of patients who have medical problems that limit their mobility and ability to perform activities. In addition, the profession encompasses health promotion and administration of programs, supervision of health care workers, teaching, consultation, and clinical research.

Physical Therapists Specialists in Lincoln NE specialize in a variety of areas, including cardiovascular and pulmonary, clinical electrophysiology, geriatrics, oncology, orthopedics, pediatrics, sports, and women’s health. The clinical specialization process requires an advanced degree, a license in the specialty area, and experience working with that patient population. Other requirements may include ongoing education, certification in advanced skills and a scholarly project. PTs also have the advantage of having more time with patients than other healthcare professionals, which can build strong relationships and create trust. Lastly, a career in PT can lead to an exciting and rewarding life with many opportunities for travel. For these reasons, many recent graduates choose this as a career path.