How Physical Therapists Communicate

     Physical therapists communicate on two opposite ends of the spectrum. When speaking to fellow physical therapists, they might use more medical and anatomical terms. One example of this is by using a word such as “hydrokinesitherapy.” When speaking to a patient, they might explain what the term is in a simpler way to understand it rather than using the actual term. An example of this would be saying that this is treatment by water exercise, rather than saying they are undergoing hydrokinesitherapy. Physical therapists must communicate with patients, their families, colleagues and the public through forms of written, verbal and nonverbal communication techniques. They must speak professionally and thoroughly so that their patients are able to understand what is being told to them.