History & Philosophy

The Physical Therapist registered with the I.A.P.T. follows the philosophy and concepts of its profession:

• A client-centered approach forms the core of the Physical Therapy healthcare model.
• The clients well being and wishes are of paramount interest and of utmost importance at all times.
• The Physical Therapist is at all times aware of and acknowledges the role of the medical profession in the care of the individual.
• Physical Therapy acknowledges the individual's own physiological healing capabilities and intervenes to stimulate and enhance this process.
• Physical Therapy values the benefits of a whole-body, hands-on and natural approach in its musculoskeletal assessment and treatment.
• The use of palpatory skills is an integral part of Physical Therapy.
• Physical Therapy incorportaes the best of scientific assessment techniques and utilises a wide variety of therapeutic manual (soft tissue and articular) techniques consistent with the highest international standards from leading English, American and Australian schools.
• Client education and awareness of his / her musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction, and an understanding of its development and prevention, is a vital part of Physical Therapy.
• Physical Therapy involves the critical evaluation of a treatment approach and the ability to select and modify therapeutic interventions so as to meet the changing needs of the individual.
• Injury prevention is a vital concept within Physical Therapy.

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• Development of Physical Therapy in Ireland