PT Month Crossword Puzzle

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  1. 5. is a healthcare professional who works under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. PTAs help patients with injuries, surgeries, chronic conditions, and mobility issues by carrying out treatment plans.
  2. 6. physical suffering or discomfort caused by illness or injury.
  3. 7. improve circulation and mobility to a body part, help decrease contracture formation.
  4. 8. a condition with swelling and tenderness of one or more joints. The common symptom includes pain and stiffness in joints.
  5. 10. is a healthcare professional who develops a customized set of exercises and movements to help you move your body. Improve functional mobility and quality of life for all ages.
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  1. 1. stands for Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation, a device that delivers electrical impulses to the skin to relieve pain; an alternative to using pain medications or narcotics.
  2. 2. strengthens muscles, improves cardiovascular health, enhances joint mobility and flexibility, strengthens bones are just a few benefits of the elderly walking.
  3. 3. also known as physiotherapy a healthcare profession, PT and PTAs promote, maintain, or restore health through patient education, physical intervention, disease prevention, and health promotion.
  4. 4. inflammation of one or more joints. It is the most common form of arthritis that affects joints in the hand, spine, knees and hips.
  5. 9. move downward, typically rapidly and freely without control, from a higher to a lower level.