Common use of Physical Therapy Clause in Contracts

Physical Therapy. Therapy that provides evaluations and treatment programs using exercise, modalities, and adaptive equipment to restore, re- inforce, or enhance motor performance. It focuses on the quality of movement, reflex development, range of motion, muscle strength, gait, and gross motor development, seeking to decrease ab- normal movement and posture while facilitating normal movement and equilibrium reactions. The therapy, which is conducted by a qualified phys- ical therapist, provides for measure- ment and training in the use of adapt- ive equipment and prosthetic and orthotic appliances. Therapy may be conducted by a qualified physical ther- apist assistant under the clinical su- pervision of a qualified physical thera- pist.