Physiotherapist

What does a physiotherapist do?

Physiotherapy helps to restore movement and function when someone is affected by injury, illness or disability. It can also help to reduce your risk of injury or illness in the future. It takes a holistic approach that involves the patient directly in their own care.

What is a physiotherapist salary in South Africa?

The average physiotherapist salary in South Africa is R 756 000 per year or R 388 per hour. Entry-level positions start at R 360 000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to R 4 200 000 per year.

What are 3 types of physiotherapists?

Keep reading to know the different physiotherapy types that you can receive.

• Sports Physiotherapy. Sports physiotherapy is a special branch of physiotherapy that deals with sports professionals and athletes. … 
• Rehabilitation and Pain Management. … 
• Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.

What subjects are needed for physiotherapy?

These are English, Mathematics, Physical Science/ Life Sciences and the best two other subjects. ALL applicants are required to write the Health Sciences Selection Tests (National Benchmark Test – NBT).

Physiotherapist