IAP - Beta Release

التطبيق الرسمي للاتحاد الهندي للعلاج الطبيعي - الإصدار بيتا

Indian Association Physiotherapist is a registered body in India, with over 30,000 physiotherapist as member of this body. The body is controlled by the board of elected office bearers, which included President, Secretary, Treasurer and various conveynors to montior various activities of the IAP.

Physiotherapy means physiotherapeutic system of medicine which includes examination, treatment, advice and instructions to any person preparatory to or for the purpose of or in connection with movement dysfunction, bodily malfunction, physical disorder, disability, healing and pain from trauma and disease, physical and mental conditions using physical agents including exercise, mobilization, manipulation, mechanical and electrotherapy, activity and devices or diagnosis, treatment and prevention However, various other health professionals e.g., Chiropractic, Osteopathy) use some physical therapeutic methods. A program of physical therapy will typically involve caregivers.

PT's utilize an individual's history and physical examination in diagnosis and treatment, and if necessary, will incorporate the results of laboratory and imaging studies. Electro diagnostic testing (e.g. electro myo grams and nerve conduction velocity testing) may also be of assistance. PTs practice in many settings, such as outpatient clinics or offices, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, extended care facilities, homes, education or research centers, schools, hospices, industrial workplaces or other occupational environments, fitness centers and sports training facilities.

The IAP Board is formed by and open electeion every three years and the members vote to elect the various office bearers o the IAP board