Physical Therapy Tech Intern
Med Star Leisure World
Silver Spring, MD
- Performed therapeutic exercises with patients to improve strength, range of motion, balance, coordination, posture, and ambulation.
- Assisted physical therapists in providing treatments to patients with a variety of diagnoses including orthopedic and neurological conditions.
- Implemented modalities such as electrical stimulation, ultrasound, hot and cold packs, iontophoresis, paraffin bath, traction, and massage techniques.
- Evaluated data from previous evaluations to determine trends in functional status over time.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics during activities of daily living.
- Provided patient education regarding home exercise programs, safety awareness, and other self-management strategies.
