With the passage of time man has become mechanical in his life style. This has brought with it lots of ailments some of which have become synonymous with everyday life.

The most common word we are using now days to cure some of these illnesses is Physical Therapy or Physiotherapy. Physical therapy is a treatment of disorders of the muscles, bones, or joints by means of physical agents—heat, light, water, manual and electronic massage, and exercise. Through Physiotherapy Stroke, arthritis, fractures, and nerve damage are common conditions treated. The type of treatment needed is prescribed by a physician and carried out by trained physiotherapists. The therapist attempts to prevent pain or further damage and may also train different muscles to compensate for ones that have been damaged. Whirlpool baths are valuable in treating injuries and chronic inflammatory conditions.

Most common & effective kind of physiotherapy, i.e., Ultrasound and short-wave diathermy may be employed for some disorders. Massage) provides stimulation of nerves and prevents muscular atrophy in body areas disabled by paralysis or rheumatic disorders. Active exercises are also prescribed as treatment for various conditions. Physiotherapy is important in sports, not only as part of the conditioning program but also in treating injuries.

In modern day life a mastery of physical therapy as an art and science offers exiting avenues for people seeking employment or wanting to open their own physiotherapy centers.