Only the body louse is known to spread disease. Lice infestations (pediculosis and pthiriasis) are spread most commonly by close person-to-person contact. Dogs, cats, and other pets do not play a role in the transmission of human lice. Lice move by crawling; they cannot hop or fly.
Physical therapists also work with children who have major injuries or health conditions, such as cerebral palsy. They address the usual issues of range of motion, strength, endurance, and mobility. Also, the therapist considers the child's special growth and developmental needs.
Physical therapy is often part of a non-surgical treatment plan that may be combined with medication. PT is routinely an important part of post-operative care and rehab. The goal of physical therapy is to quickly return the patient to an active life.hysical therapists treat different musculoskeletal disorders and conditions that affect the spine and limit physical function. Conditions include: 1  Degenerative disc disease. 2  Fibromyalgia. 3  Rheumatoid arthritis. 4  Sciatica. 5  Spondylolisthesis. 6  Spondylosis.