A physical therapist is a highly-trained medical professional who helps in restoring mobility & function, reduce pain and/or prevent disability. In most cases, an intensive physiotherapy plan conducted by a skilled physiotherapist rules out the need for interventional surgery and helps reduce the need for long-term medication.
Physical therapists diagnose and manage multiple conditions that reduce quality of life. These include any movement dysfunction, chronic pain especially in weight-bearing joints, post-operative recovery, etc.