physiotherapist

/fɪzioʊˈθɛrəpɪst/
/fɪziəʊˈθɛrəpɪst/
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Other forms: physiotherapists

Definitions of physiotherapist
  1. noun
    therapist who treats injury or dysfunction with exercises and other physical treatments of the disorder
    synonyms: physical therapist
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    types:
    massager
    someone who rubs or kneads parts of the body to stimulate circulation and promote relaxation
    masseur
    a male massager
    masseuse
    a female massager
    type of:
    healer, therapist
    a person skilled in a particular type of therapy
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