Physical therapists (PTs) are health care professionals who diagnose and treat people of all ages who have medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their abilities to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives.

PTs must have a graduate degree from an accredited physical therapy program before taking the national licensure examination. The minimum educational requirement is a master's degree, yet most educational programs now offer the doctor of physical therapy (DPT) degree.

Physical therapists practice in hospitals, private practices, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation facilities, skilled nursing facilities, homes, education or research centers, schools, hospices, corporate or industrial health centers, athletic facilities, and other settings.

Choosing a Physical Therapist

Find a PT

If you have obtained a PT referral from a physican, dentist, podiatrist, or nurse practitioner, you can make an appointment with a physical therapist.

Search a database of American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) members. Enter a zip code, how far you can travel and a specialty. Results will return members who meet your needs.

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Call the Chapter office to receive the names of at least three physical therapists practicing in their geographical area.

For more information, or to find a PT in your area, call Linda Brown at 518-459-4499 or email your request to lbrown@nypta.org