Physical therapist assistants (PTAs) work as part of a dynamic healthcare team. Assistants help physical therapists maintain therapy facilities and monitor patient progress, while also helping patients by assisting them on difficult movements and instructing them on how to use walking aids.hysical therapist assistants (PTAs) work as part of a dynamic healthcare team. Assistants help physical therapists maintain therapy facilities and monitor patient progress, while also helping patients by assisting them on difficult movements and instructing them on how to use walking aids.
The eyes are not only windows to the soul - but to your general health. If you are ill, or just under the weather, the first place it's likely to show is in your eyes. Amy Anderson spoke to Professor Alistair Fielder, ophthalmologist at Imperial College, London, to find out what signs to look for.
It is usually easy to pinpoint the cause of your tired eyes. Here are a few common reasons for swollen, droopy eyes and heavy eyelids: 1  Too little or too much sleep. 2  Prolonged staring at digital devices (computer screens, smartphones, video games); this is known as Computer Vision Syndrome. For computer users: try placing the screen 20 â 26 inches away from your eyes and a little below eye level. 2  Regularly clean dust and fingerprints from the screen, and consider using a glare filter over your screen. 3  Adjust the lighting in your office or room to find a level that is comfortable for you.