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Physical therapist assistants typically do the following: ï· Observe patients before, during, and after therapy, noting their status and reporting to a physical therapist. ï· Help patients do specific exercises as part of the plan of care. ï· Use a variety of techniques, such as massage and stretching, to treat patients.
As a physical therapist assistant, youâll work under the supervision of a physical therapist (PT) to help patients whose ability to move is impaired, from injured athletes to disabled children. Youâll provide the kind of practical, hands-on help that can be truly life-changing.hysical therapist assistants work with physical therapists to help patients with exercises and other therapeutic treatments, such as bathing, applying hot and cold packs, and massaging. Working as a physical therapist assistant is not a stepping-stone on the way to becoming a physical therapist.