Physical therapists are movement experts who optimize quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education. Our Doctor of Physical Therapy program will prepare you to become a compassionate, ethical practitioner who will help patients to reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability. We combine a thorough curriculum with clinical experiences and rotations to produce graduates who will become the next generation of physical therapy leaders. Additionally, our program is committed to building an internationally recognized research enterprise focused on frailty, injury prevention, neuromotor and sensory performance, and rehabilitation.
Physical Therapy is about caring for people who are facing physical impairment. A physical therapist’s goal is to restore a patient’s optimal physical function with support, knowledge, and understanding.
Our mission is to meet the physical therapy needs of Kentucky and contribute to global needs. We strive to develop:
We accomplish these goals through:
See the Physical Therapy program webpage for more information about admissions.
College of Health Sciences
900 South Limestone
Lexington, KY 40506
