Physical therapy focuses on identification, prevention and rehabilitation of individuals with physical impairment and pain. Following evaluation, the physical therapist develops an individualized treatment program. The goal is to achieve safety in a variety of areas. The therapist duties can include:

• Increase strength and mobility in the body and lower extremities
• Increase motor control for a patient who has suffered a stroke
• Improve coordination, balance and the ability to walk following a fracture
• Improve overall strength conditioning and endurance
• Pain management
• Teaching proper body mechanics to prevent injury
• Promoting safety awareness for the well being of the resident