Doctor of Physical Therapy
Doctor of Physical Therapy
The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) is a professional doctoral degree in the field of Physical Therapy. The degree is awarded upon successful completion of a doctoral level, post-baccalaureate program in Physical Therapy. The program typically lasts three years and includes both classroom instruction and clinical internships.
Pronunciation
Doctor of Physical Therapy: /ˈdɒktər ɒv ˈfɪzɪkəl ˈθɛrəpi/
Etymology
The term "Doctor of Physical Therapy" is derived from the Latin word "doctor", meaning "teacher", and the Greek word "therapeia", meaning "healing". The term "Physical Therapy" refers to the treatment of physical dysfunction or injury by the use of therapeutic exercise and the application of modalities.
Related Terms
- Physical Therapist: A healthcare professional who provides physical therapy services.
- Physical Therapy: The treatment of physical dysfunction or injury by the use of therapeutic exercise and the application of modalities.
- Clinical Internship: A period of supervised practical experience.
- Post-baccalaureate: A program of study at the graduate level, following the completion of an undergraduate degree.
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