What Is Therapeutic Exercise in Physical Therapy, and How Do PTAs Use It?
Therapeutic exercise is the targeted use of movement and physical activity to address impairments, improve function, and support rehabilitation goals. Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) guide patients through therapeutic exercises established within a physical therapist’s plan of care, monitor how patients respond, make adjustments, reinforce appropriate technique, and communicate relevant findings to the supervising physical therapist.¹ […]