Cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation respiratory practitioners and physical therapists treat a
wide variety of individuals with cardiopulmonary disorders or those who have had cardiac or
pulmonary surgery. Primary goals of this specialty include increasing endurance and functional
independence. Manual therapy is used in this field to assist in clearing lung secretions
experienced with cystic fibrosis. Disorders, including heart attacks, post coronary bypass surgery,
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and pulmonary fibrosis, treatments can benefit[citation
needed] from cardiovascular and pulmonary specialized physical therapists
Whether you are a longtime exerciser or finally
getting around to getting off the couch, strength
training is an essential part of your fitness
routine.
Strength Training for Men over 50
By Andrea Cespedes, Contributor eHow.com
last updated April 30, 2013
Ergonomic products help PTs, patients
By Bonnie Benton, TodayinPT.com
Monday May 13, 2013
As technology advances, workplaces rapidly
add new equipment to offices, factories and
clinics. However, their employees still have the
"same old human body,".