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Physical Therapist Assistant @ STCC
Employment of physical therapist assistants and aides
is expected to grow much faster than the
average through the year 2010. Federal legislation imposing limits on reimbursement
for therapy services may adversely affect the job market for physical therapist assistants
and aides in the near term. However, over the long run, demand for physical therapist
assistants and aides will continue to rise, with growth in the number of individuals with
disabilities or limited function. The rapidly growing elderly population is particularly
vulnerable to chronic and debilitating conditions that require therapeutic services. These
patients often need additional assistance in their treatment, making the roles of
assistants and aides vital. The large baby-boom generation is entering the prime age for
heart attacks and strokes, further increasing the demand for cardiac and physical
rehabilitation. Additionally, future medical developments should permit an increased
percentage of trauma victims to survive, creating added demand for therapy services.
Licensed physical therapist assistants can enhance the
cost-effective provision of physical therapy services. Once a patient is evaluated, and a
treatment plan is designed by the physical therapist, the physical therapist assistant can
provide many aspects of treatment, as prescribed by the therapist.
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