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A specialty in health care is an area of practice focused on a specific patient group or types of symptoms and conditions. Physical therapists can focus their practice or specialize in these specialty areas.

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Neurologic physical therapists evaluate and treat conditions caused by nervous system diseases or injuries. They care for people of all ages and work with them to improve their function and their ability to take part in daily activities.

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Orthopedic (sometimes spelled orthopaedic) physical therapists help to prevent disability and provide physical rehabilitation for people with pain, injury, or disease of the muscles, bones, or joints that limit mobility.

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Pediatric physical therapists provide care and treatment for children (birth to 21 years) with traumatic, developmental, and systemic disorders. They work with children and their families to promote a child's ability to function independently and participate.

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