Master of Physiotherapy is a 2-year postgraduate program in physiotherapy. This course deals with the various therapy solutions for joint, muscle and nerve disorders. The M.P.T provide in-depth knowledge in physio subjects, practical learning, and specialisation in various subjects that can train the students for being an expert physiotherapist.
M.P.T. program can be learned under the following specialisations.
- MPT Orthopaedics
- MPT Neurological sciences
- MPT Cardiopulmonary Sciences
- MPT in Health Promotion & Disability Rehabilitation
- MPT Sports science
- MPT Musculoskeletal science
- MPT Community physiotherapy
- MPT Paediatrics physiotherapy
- MPT Geriatrics physiotherapy
- MPT Paediatrics and Women Health
- MPT Hand Rehabilitation
- MPT Musculoskeletal Science
- MPT Health Promotion and Disability Rehabilitation
The candidates who want to build their career in physiotherapy has to gain knowledge about the medical terms and notations. Through this course, the aspirants can gain both the theoretical-practical knowledge in the discipline. Since the techniques and methods are developed at a pace, the students will also be able to handle the same.
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Highlights of the Course
| Type of Course | Postgraduate |
| Duration of Course | 2-years |
| Eligibility | Graduation in BPT |
| Examination | Semester basis |
| Employment Areas | Health InstitutionsHospitalsOrthopaedic DepartmentsPhysiotherapy Equipment ManufacturersPrivate Clinics |
| Job Type | OsteopathLecturerResearch AssistantResearcher |
Type of Course
M.P.T is a full-time 2-years postgraduate program in physiotherapy.
Duration of the Course
- The timespan of the M.P.T is 2-years. The entire course syllabus is divided into 4-semesters.
Eligibility criteria
- The students who passed the bachelor of Physiotherapy with an aggregate mark of 50% from any recognised institution or college can join the master of physiotherapy.
- The admission of M.P.T program can be made through merit or entrance basis.
Some of the entrance exams conducted by various universities and colleges are:
- IPU CET
- MET
- National Eligibility Entrance Test for Postgraduation
- Manipal Academy of Higher Education Online Entrance Test
Syllabus of M.P.T
The syllabus of the M.P.T is divided into four semesters. Some subjects that come under this program are as follows:
- Health and Illness; Levels of Healthcare & Fitness
- Development of the Physiotherapy Profession
- Electrophysiology
- Community Rehabilitation
- Biomechanics of Tissues and Structures of the Musculoskeletal System
- Principles of Physiotherapy Practice
- Research Methodology and Biostatistics
- Biomechanics
- Exercise Physiology
- Physical and Functional Diagnosis
- EMG and Biofeedback
- Responses and Adaptations of various systems to Exercise and Training
- Normal Motor Development
- Basic Probability and Sampling Distributions
- Paediatrics
- Instrumentation for Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation
- Introduction to Biostatistics and Research Methodology
- Physiotherapeutic
- Musculoskeletal Disorders and Sports
- Maternal and Childcare in General Physiotherapy
- Anatomy and Physiology of the Nervous System
- Anatomy and Physiology of Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems
- Neurological and Psychosomatic Disorders
- Cardio-Respiratory Disorder
- Clinical Symptomatology, Pathophysiology and Pathomechanics of Musculoskeletal Conditions
Career Prospects in M.PT
M.P.T is sought of paramedical course where they become able to deliver various physiotherapy treatments to patients suffering from various joints or nerve disorders. The physiotherapists have immense opportunities in both the public and private sectors. The main employment areas where the physiotherapist can build their career are as follows:
- Rehabilitation Centres for The Handicapped.
- Defence Medical Establishments.
- Fitness Centres.
- Hospitals.
- Physiotherapy Equipment Manufacturers.
- Private Clinics.
- Educational Institutions
- Sports Training Facilities.
- Health Institutions.
- Schools for the Mentally Retarded and Physically Disabled Children.
- Orthopaedic Departments.
Some Recruiters
- Fortis Hospital
- Apollo Hospitals
- First Physio Clinic
- DRS Physio & Wellness
- Hosmat Hospital
- Columbia Asia
- Spectrum Physio Centre
- Help Age India
- BHEL
- Sarthak Health Care
- Defence Ministry of India
- Pain-Free Physiotherapy Clinic
- Carnea Health Management Systems
Job Type
- Osteopath
- Lead Physiotherapist
- Lecturer
- Acupuncturist
- Self Employed Private Physiotherapist
- Exercise Physiologist
- Physical Education Teacher
- Physiotherapist
- Researcher
- Senior Physiotherapist
- Chief Physiotherapist
- Sports Physio Rehabilitator
- Research Assistant
Higher Education Program in M.P.T
- MPhil
- PhD in Physiotherapy
- Doctorate of Medicine (D.M.)
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
