Physiotherapist

Background

Physiotherapists help people recover from injuries, manage pain, and improve their movement and fitness. They use exercises, massage, and special equipment to treat patients with conditions ranging from sports injuries to stroke recovery. You'll work with patients one-on-one, creating treatment plans and supporting them through their rehabilitation journey.

Similar Roles

Occupational Therapist

Sports Therapist

Lessons to help you on this path

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Next Step Roles

Senior Physiotherapist→Specialist Physiotherapist→Physiotherapy Manager→Private Practice Owner

Publications

Physiotherapy Research InternationalJournal of Physiotherapy

Books

The Body Keeps the ScoreAnatomy of Hatha YogaMovement Matters

Movies

The Injury ClinicAthlete A

Key Figures

Gail DeyleLorimer MoseleyMeg MorrisPaul Hodges

Classification

SIC Code8099, 0The Standard Industry Code

Dewey Reference615.82, 796.072For looking up books in your local library

Synonyms

Physical TherapistPhysioPhysical Medicine Specialist

Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026

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