Assessment of patients

A primary job duty of physiotherapists is to perform regular assessments of their patients and clients and diagnose their condition to provide the best workable solution to recovery. They identify patients with existing or potential impairments, pain, functional limitations or other health-related conditions that may affect their overall well-being. They do so by analysing their detailed medical history and reports while also performing several tests to screen, monitor and diagnose them for further treatment. Physiotherapists constantly monitor their patients' conditions and change the treatment plans accordingly to fit their health needs.

Diagnosis

After careful assessment and analysis, physiotherapists diagnose their patients' overall health and well-being and list the body organs or functions that are more likely to be affected by an illness or physical condition. They provide a thorough diagnosis for their patients and explain the medical procedures to treat their condition. This process is the most crucial stage of the consultation process,



as it helps these medical professionals determine whether a patient requires physiotherapy treatment.

Planning intervention strategies

Once they diagnose a patient with a particular medical condition, a physiotherapist's job is to plan proper intervention strategies best suited to that patient's needs. These professionals plan intervention strategies that address the treatment plan and follow-up practices and then communicate the process to the patient and the interdisciplinary team. A typical physiotherapy intervention includes the development of a patient or client management program that uses various methods, techniques and education to bring changes in a patient's condition. This program also allows these medical professionals to monitor functional changes in a patient's condition and adjust accordingly.

Implementing selected interventions

Another significant role of a physiotherapist is to

📌 Associate - Physiotherapy (Mysuru)
🏢 Manipal Hospitals
📍 Mysuru