Doctor of Physical Therapy

 

Physical therapy is an essential segment of modern health care system. It is a science of healing and art of caring. It pertains to the clinical examination, evaluation, assessment, diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal, Neurological, Cardio-Vascular and Respiratory systems’ functional disorders including symptoms of pain, edema, physiological, structural and psychosomatic ailments. It deals with methods of treatment based on movement, manual therapy, physical agents and therapeutic modalities to relieve pain and other complications.

Students of TIPHS have an exclusive advantage to be a part of an organisation with the large setup of tertiary care hospitals. The clinical training provides a better chance of learning and practicing the skills in the field hence, prepares future physical therapists to play an important role in the improvement of healthcare quality in society. Students of 3rd, 4th & 5th Professionals complete their clinical training in physical therapy at different hospitals and clinical setups.

Why Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)?

The DPT program has been launched for Medical Students to:

  • Be primary providers of Physical Therapy care.
  • To develop clinical skills to serve as responsible members in the professional community, willing
    and able to assume leadership roles in the communities they serve.
  • Understand and place in context the social, economic and cultural issue of practice and effectively
    advocate for changes in policy.