Department of Physiotherapy

Objectives

• Develop competent physical therapists.
• Provide evidence -based practice
• Foster critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Promote professional development - Prepare for licensure and certification.

Clinical Objectives

• Improve mobility, strength, and function in patients care.
• Reduce pain and discomfort.
• Enhance balance and coordination.
• Improve cardiovascular and respiratory function.
• Promote independence in daily activities objectives.

Educational Objectives

• Improve mobility, strength, and function in patients care.
• Reduce pain and discomfort.
• Enhance balance and coordination.
• Improve cardiovascular and respiratory function.
• Promote independence in daily activities objectives.

Scope

• According to a 2009 survey, physical therapy is the 7th highest paying profession in the world.
• Physiotherapists are awarded 17 first degrees in the public and private sectors with many opportunities and excellent achievements due to the small number of graduates in Pakistan.
• Physical therapists can work in academia.
• Physical therapists can seek to become experts in more than 20 specialties.
• Employment is available internationally in the clinical and research sectors.
• Most work in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia and many countries abroad.

Clinical practice (Hospitals, Clinics, Private Practice)

• Research and academia.
• Education and training.
• Healthcare Administration.
• Sports and fitness industry.

Curriculum Overview

Basic Sciences (Anatomy, Physiology, Biomechanics)

• Clinical Sciences (Orthopedics, Neurology, Cardiology).
• Therapeutic Interventions (Exercise, Manual therapy, Electrotherapy).
• Physical therapists can work in academia.
• Research and evidence-based practice.
• Clinical rotations and practicum

Licensure & Certification

Allied Health Profession or State licensure requirements.

• Specialty certifications (e.g., orthopedics, neurology).
• Professional Certifications (e.g., Physical Therapy Specialist).