According to World Health Organisation (WHO)Occupation group: Physiotherapists(ISCO code-2264)
Definition:Physiotherapists assess, plan and implement rehabilitative programs that improve or restore human motor functions, maximize movement ability, relieve pain syndromes, and treat or prevent physical challenges associated with injuries, diseases and other impairments. They apply a broad range of physical therapies and techniques such as movement, ultrasound, heating, laser and other techniques. They may develop and implement programmes for screening and prevention of common physical ailments and disorders.Examples of occupations classified here:Physiotherapist, Geriatric physical therapist, Orthopaedic physical therapist, Paediatric physical therapistNotes:This category includes occupations for which competent performance usually requires formal training at a higher educational institution in physiotherapy or a related
