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Definition
“Tricking” the nervous system is ok provided you exploit that neurological window of opportunity by applying the right stressors afterwards. ~Anonymous Dont try to teach perfect movement patterns, instead try to correct the key fault that is causing the trouble. ~Karel Lewit Physiotherapy, also called physical therapy, is used to treat pain by using methods such as interferential therapy, ultrasonic, short wave diathermy, wax therapy, and muscle strengthening exercises. Physiotherapy plays an important role in the recovery of stroke patients. It also plays a major role in treating children with cerebral palsy, and in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. It is an autonomous health profession that is primarily directed towards the prevention or alleviation of movement-dysfunction in people. It is concerned with the remediation of impairment, and promotion of mobility, functional ability. The practice of physiotherapy is dedicated to movement sciences and is concerned with the function of body systems.Career Path
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT)
Level
Under-Graduate
Duration
4½ years
Eligibility
10+2 or Equivalent
Entrance Exam
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Specialization
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Average Fee
75,000 to 5,50,000
Mode
Regular
Goal
Physiotherapist, Physical Therapist
Master of Physiotherapy (MPT)
Level
Post-Graduate
Duration
2 years
Eligibility
BPT from a recognized university
Entrance Exam
--
Specialization
--
Average Fee
1,25,000 to 4,50,000
Mode
Regular
Goal
Physiotherapist, Physical Therapist, Osteopath, Consultant, Researcher, Assistant Professor
Diploma in Physiotherapy (DPT)
Level
Under-Graduate
Duration
3 years
Eligibility
10+2 or Equivalent
Entrance Exam
--
Specialization
--
Average Fee
60,000 to 3,00,000
Mode
Regular
Goal
Assitant Physiotherapist
Colleges
- Amity University, Noida, Noida
- Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu
- Apollo College of Physiotherapy, Hyderabad, Hyderabad
- Bundelkhand University, Jhansi, Jhansi
- Calicut University, Calicut, Calicut
- Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore, Vellore
- Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi, Delhi
- Hamdard Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (HIMSR), New Delhi, New Delhi
- Jamia Hamdard University, Delhi, Delhi
- Jamia Millia Islamia University, New Delhi, New Delhi
- Janardan Rai Nagar Rajasthan Vidyapeeth University (JRNRVU), Udaipur, Udaipur
- Madhav University (MU), Sirohi Rajasthan, Sirohi Rajasthan
- Madras Medical College, Chennai, Chennai
- Maharaja Agrasen Medical College (MAMC), Agroha, Agroha
- Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik, Nashik
- Maharishi Markandeshwar College of Dental Sciences and Research, Ambala, Ambala
- Manipal University, Manipal, Manipal
- NIMS University, Jaipur, Jaipur
- Noida International University (NIU), Gautam Budh Nagar, Gautam Budh Nagar
- Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore, Bangalore
- Sai Nath University, Ranchi, Ranchi
- SRM University, Chennai, Chennai
Top Colleges
Key Skills
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Career Prospect
- Community health centers
- Mental health centers
- Nursing homes/private care centers
- Rehabilitation centers
- Sports clinics
- Fitness centers
- Government hospitals
- The Institute of the Physically Handicapped
- Defense establishments
- Teaching establishments
- Own venture
Scope
- Pediatrics
- Geriatrics
- Neurology
- Cardiorespiratory
- Orthopedics
- Teaching
Pay Package
- The annual income may range from ₹80,000 to ₹1,50,000.
Role Models
Dr. S Ayyadurai
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Dr. S Ayyadurai- Chief & HOD Department Physiotherapy Fortis Malar Hospital, Chennai
Further Readings
- http://www.sriramachandra.edu.in/university/courses-fees.php?pos=5
- https://scholarships.gov.in/public/schemeGuidelines/MOMA_MCM-guidelines.pdf
- https://scholarships.gov.in/public/schemeGuidelines/DptofEmpPersonwithDisabilitiesGuidelines-_Top_Class_Education.pdf
- https://www.nimt.ac.in/admissions/scholarships/