Physiotherapy is one of the ancient sciences of curing the people by doing some physical practices. In this sort of medical science, it is used to treat back and neck pains, and certain orthopedic and neurological problems. A Physiotherapist helps patients to regain through proper physical movement with the help of massages, exercises and a combination of therapies using heat, wax and electricity.
With increasing of stress and sedentary jobs in today’s common lifestyle, the need for physiotherapists and the resulting job prospects have been increased markedly. But unfortunately in India, still very few people are aware about the field of Physiotherapy and don’t get much information about the career prospects of it. So, in our country, there is a huge gap between the demand and the supply of Physiotherapists. In my point of view, making a career in Physiotherapy is the wisest decision as it can be successful in opening up many vistas and provide good job opportunities.
If you want to continue your Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy, then you must have physics, chemistry, and biology with math as optional in your +2 levels. To complete this degree you need to take 4 or 4.5 years on an average and to go for further study or complete M.Sc. in Physiotherapy, a B.Sc. degree or any BioScience subject is required. There are also institutions in India that offer Ph.D. programs in Physiotherapy.
How to start a career in Physiotherapy?
| Course | Eligibility | Goal |
| Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy | +2 Sc. With PCBM/PCB | physiotherapist |
| Diploma in Physiotherapy | +2 Sc. With PCBM/PCB | physiotherapist |
| M.Phy.Ed | B.Phy.Ed | Specialist physiotherapist |
Top Institutions:
1. Capital College of Medical Science
2. Apollo Physiotherapy College, Hyderabad
3. Alva’s College of Physiotherapy
4. JSS Medical College and Hospital
5. Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh
6. Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Christian Medical College, Vellore
7. Mahatma Gandhi University of Medical Education, Kottayam
8. SDM College of Physiotherapy
9. Indian Institute of Health Education and Research, Patna.
Skills Required:
The basis on these platform Physiotherapist skills could be sorted as:-
1. Physical awareness
2. Critical Thinking
3. Communication Skills
4. Interpersonal Skills
5. Empathy
6. Willingness to Learn
7.Management/Organization Skills
After completing these courses in Physiotherapy, you can:-
1. Work as a self-employed physical therapist to offer services to individual patients.
2. Work as a Physical therapist with hospitals, health agencies, nursing homes, home adult day care programs and rehabilitation centers on a contract basis.
3. Establish a solo practice
4. Join a consulting group
5. Take up research work
6. Teach in academic institutions
Recruiting Sectors:-
1. Cancer Hospitals
2. Medical Colleges
3. Orthopedic treatment Centers
4. Multi-Specialist clinics
5. Old age Facilities
6. Railways Armed forces
Physiotherapy offers a wide array of opportunities for students of this industry to work either in the country or abroad. The earning potential in countries like UK or US is more than here in India. This lucrative career is sure to keep you fit and happy from within, as this is a good service to mankind.
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