physiotherapist

noun

phys·​io·​ther·​a·​pist ˌfi-zē-ō-ˈther-ə-pist 

plural physiotherapists

: physical therapist

[The University of] Florida's more than 440 athletes are treated by a cadre of physiotherapists and monitored by an army of academic advisers.

—Joe Drape and Katie Thomas

Women worried about getting … osteoporosis should start skipping, jogging and doing high-impact aerobics. In newly issued guidelines, British physiotherapists and osteoporosis specialists said they were the best exercises to avert the disease.

—Fort Worth (Texas) Star-Telegram

Examples of physiotherapist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This is not an ethical or moral issue, but more akin to someone going to the physiotherapist and discovering their neck pain arises from an imbalance elsewhere in their body that can be addressed through exercise. —Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026

In return, the 85-strong army of outstanding naturopaths, therapists, fitness instructors, and physiotherapists—many of whom have been at the resort for more than 10 years—are personally invested in the overall experience at Chiva-Som, and their excellent skills show in the quality of therapy. —Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Dec. 2025

With the help of a new physiotherapist, Shadi Soleymani, Anisimova has completely revamped her diet and fitness routine. —Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 1 Nov. 2025

Kessler works as a physiotherapist and often accompanies her daughter to awards shows and movie premieres. —Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025

Word History

Etymology

physio- + therapist, after physiotherapy

First Known Use

1904, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for physiotherapist

• psychotherapist
• therapist

Medical Definition

physiotherapist

noun

phys·​io·​ther·​a·​pist -ˈther-ə-pəst 

: physical therapist