Synonyms of physical therapy

physical therapy

noun

as in activity

US, medical the treatment of a disease or an injury of the muscles or joints with massage, strengthening movements, heat, etc.

Related Words

• activity
• physiotherapy
• conditioning
• workout
• exercise
• exertion
• body mechanics
• weight lifting
• trimming
• training
• warm-up
• gymnastics
• aerobics
• slimnastics
• bodybuilding
• toning
• calisthenics
• athletics
• isometrics
• plyometrics

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of physical therapy

Born with cerebral palsy, he's required to undergo different kinds of occupational and physical therapy weekly in order to improve his quality of life. — Conor Wight, CBS News, 2 July 2026

In a controversial move, the Department of Education last year decided that certain healthcare studies – such as nursing, physician assistants and physical therapy – were not considered professional programs. — Tami Luhby, CNN Money, 1 July 2026

Allows high-school coaches to use their own money, up to $15,000 a year per team, on food, physical therapy and transportation — but not recruiting — for their players (SB 178). — Jim Turner, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026

Colleen and Brett say their daughter, who still walks with a limp and is dealing with nightmares, has a long road to recovery filled with physical therapy, lab work and more. — Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 29 June 2026