DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY – A NEW HORIZON TOWARDS ADVANCEMENT IN PHYSICAL THERAPY

Physical therapy is on the rise as it is among the flourishing disciplines of medical science and is an integral part of a Rehabilitation team. It is an independent health care profession that deals in identifying and optimizing quality of life within the spheres of promotion, prevention, treatment and restoration. The need of Physical Therapy education in Pakistan was acknowledged back in 1950's, when a 2 years diploma was started which over the years advanced into a Bachelor's degree. Later, this degree was upgraded to 5 years Doctor of Physical Therapy in order to meet the International standard following the “Vision 2020 of American Physical Therapy Association”.