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According to research by IBIS World, college graduates ready to become physical therapists will find jobs available, both this year and in the future. Physical Therapist is among the "Hot Jobs" listed by the London's Earth Times (April 1, 2008). "Physical Therapy will drive growth for years to come as aging baby boomers, as well as high school, college, and professional athletes often require extended periods of therapy to recover from painful injuries," IBIS World Senior Analyst George Van Horn says.

"Physical therapists are experts in movement and function and we serve people of all ages in our communities," said MPTA President Peter Loubert, PT, Ph.D. "Our profession can best be described as 'the science of healing and the art of caring' and what we truly enjoy is to see our patients take those all important steps, whether big or small, towards independence."

Physical therapists are healthcare professionals who diagnose and treat individuals of all ages with medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their abilities to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives. Physical therapists examine each individual and develop a plan using treatment techniques to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability naturally, without use of expensive surgery or side affects of medication. In addition, physical therapists work with individuals to prevent the loss of mobility before it occurs by developing fitness- and wellness-oriented programs for healthier and more active lifestyles.

Physical therapists graduate with a degree from an accredited physical therapy program. The minimum educational requirement is a master's degree, yet most educational programs now offer the doctor of physical therapy degree. Physical therapists must pass a national licensure examination ad
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