Why I Want To Be A Physical Therapist

Physical Therapists are a part of a health care team that have been educated to help with a patient’s movement, ease pain, and offer emotional support, also. They use special treatment programs that are very unique because they are for each individual patient and each treatment is going to cater to their needs. PT’s can treat problems that are already prevalent and also make preventive measures to make sure that other problems don’t arise. Physical Therapy is a very compound job but it’s still a fulfilling career to enter into. As with any other job, the working environments, outlook, income, and educational requirements need to be considered before starting a career as a therapist.
The Bureau of Labor and Statistics stated that in 2008, there were 185,000 practicing Physical Therapists and it predicted that in 2018, there will be 241,700 practicing Physical Therapists. (cite) A physical therapist is a licensed professional that can diagnose and treat a patient. They work with all people from children to the elderly to help them be able to do simple everyday tasks. Physical therapists have the ability and chance to make a life-changing difference in so many people’s lives every day.
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I was very excited when I started taking classes that had to do with my major because it meant that I was one step closer to my goal. I’m not exactly sure if I want to get my Bachelor’s and then work for a while before I go back to school for my Master’s, or strive to complete all my schooling at one time. I do think that completing all of my education at once will save money and I also won’t have the headache of trying to go to school and trying to keep up with work, also. Hopefully, after careful consideration, I will make the right decisions to go forward in my career. I’m beyond ready for my future as a Physical