Physiotherapist vs child life therapist

Differences between physiotherapist and child life therapist duties and responsibilities

Physiotherapist example responsibilities.

• Assess needs for specialize equipment, orthotics, and wheelchairs as well as possible interventions to manage spasticity and joint contractures.
• Provide first-aid, physical therapy treatment and complete rehabilitation for injure players.
• Provide support for rehabilitation services department, assisting therapy staff members when necessary.
• Facilitate psychological adjustment of patients with extensive/grossly deforming injuries through counseling, pleasant mannerisms and use of good humor.
• Work with patients having different conditions on a daily basis by administering physician prescribe treatments including exercise regimens, muscle stretching/relaxations.
• Enhance skills of differential diagnosis with an OCS CI.
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Child life therapist example responsibilities.

• Train and experience at managing challenging classroom situations using CPI methods and positive behavior reinforcement practices.
• Work with clinical staff to implement clients' rehabilitation plans.
• Serve on interdisciplinary team responsible for the treatment of acute psychiatric and mentally-ill chemically-addict veterans on an acute unit.
• Attend CFT and IEP meetings for clients; advocate for client's best interest.
• Develop individual educational plans (IEP) design to promote educational, physical and social development.