Definition

A healthcare professional who helps people recover from physical injuries or disabilities through exercises and other treatments.

Example

After my injury, I started seeing a physiotherapist to help me regain my strength.

Conversation

I just started visiting a physiotherapist for my back pain.

Oh really? How's that going for you?

It's been helpful; the physiotherapist showed me some great exercises.

That's awesome! It's always good to have someone guide you through it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Physiotherapist → It is formed from "physio-" (from Greek "phusis", meaning nature or physical) and "therapist" (from Greek "therapeia", meaning treatment or healing). The word refers to a professional who provides physical treatment or healing based on natural methods.

Memory Tip

Think of 'nature' ('physio-') and 'treatment' ('therapist') to remember that a physiotherapist is someone who helps heal through natural physical methods.

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