Career Details

Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Specialist

Description

Orthopaedic specialization within the physical therapy profession refers to the prevention of disability and the physical rehabilitation of persons with disability resulting from dysfunction of the musculoskeletal system and its related neurovascular components. The practice concentrates both on actual and potential dysfunction of physical capacity and movement. The orthopaedic clinical specialist uses advanced techniques and methods to assist the patient toward optimal function through corrective, adaptive, and prophylactic management of the neuromusculoskeletal system.

Certifying Organization

American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 10 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Yes

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Yes

Certificates

Certificate name

Limb Preservation and Salvage

Certifying Organization

American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry

Type

C - Specialty

Certificate name

Primary Care and Foot And Ankle Surgery

Certifying Organization

American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry

Type

C - Specialty

Certificate name

Prevention and Treatment of Diabetic Foot Wounds Certification

Certifying Organization

American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry

Type

C - Specialty

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