Areas of Practice

Physiotherapists work with individuals throughout the age ranges.  

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Some prefer to work in special interest fields such as: 

• Acupuncture
• Orthopaedics
• Neurology
• Paediatrics
• Ergonomics*
• Women's Health
• Sports Physiotherapy
• Cardio-respiratory
• Burns
• Gerontology

*Ergonomics means adapting the workplace or home to meet ones needs.

Physiotherapists can also work in non-clinical roles such as research, Physiotherapy management and education.

Physiotherapists often work as part of a team with other health care professionals.