They may consult with doctors or receive specific orders from them. The treatment plan describes the treatments to be given and their purpose. The expected outcome is also included in the plan. As treatment continues, therapists write about patients' progress. They may reevaluate patients and modify treatments if necessary.
Patients generally exercise as part of their treatment.
People who have not moved for long periods participate in passive exercise. Here, therapists move patients' arms and legs for them. The next step, if possible, is for patients to control their own muscles. Eventually many patients use weights and other exercises. In addition to exercise, therapists use electricity, heat, cold, or ultrasound on patients.