Physical therapy, also known as physiotherapy, is one of the allied health professions. It is provided by physical therapists who promote, maintain, or restore health through physical examination, diagnosis, prognosis, patient education, physical intervention, rehabilitation, disease prevention, and health promotion.
How Much Does Physiotherapy Cost In South Africa
The best thing to do is to contact a few physios in your area. It can range from R120 up to R300 a session depending what you do, how long the session is.
Is a physiotherapist a doctor in South Africa?
Physiotherapists in South Africa have first line practitioner status. As first line practitioners, physiotherapists also practice and work in association with the patients’ medical team and may refer patients for X-rays, refer to a specialist, write and issue sick notes and administer prescribed medicine.
Is there a need for physiotherapists in South Africa?
There are insufficient numbers of physiotherapists (total number of active registrations: 7937) to manage the healthcare and rehabilitation requirements of the South African population of 58 780 000) (HPCSA 2019); Statistics South Africa 2019).
Is physiotherapy hard to study?
Physiotherapy is not very difficult to study. But one needs to understand the subjects/topics well. If your basics are clear (like in any other subject) you can just apply your knowledge and get the answers. As per my belief, first two years are very important to build your foundation.
Where do physiotherapists work in South Africa?
Health Professions Council of SouthDesignation:
Awarded by the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Only the can you use the title Professional Physiotherapist.
They can work in:
Hospitals.
Private practice.
Nursing homes.
Sports centres.
Training institutions.
Homes for the physically disabled etc.
How do I register my physiotherapy in South Africa?
Registration of Physiotherapists (PT)
SA Qualifications (Community Service)
Form 23 (Community Service)
Certified copy of ID document or passport with a clear photograph.
Registration fee: as indicated in the form.
A copy of your registration certificate with the Health Professions Council of South Africa.
What does a physiotherapist do in South Africa?
A Physiotherapist assesses, treats and manages a wide variety of injuries including ailments from the fields of orthopaedics, neurology, respiratory and thoracic, cardio-vascular, obstetrics, sports medicine, paediatrics, geriatrics, intensive care units and general rehabilitation.