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Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT]

What is Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT]?

Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) is a 4 year degree program followed by 6 months of rotatory internship in the field of rehabilitative medicine. The course focuses on employing physical forces like heat, pressure, electricity, etc. to assist the body in healing itself. Students who want to pursue a career as a physiotherapist should do this course. 

Physiotherapy Course Details

Stream

Medicine

Level

Undergraduate

BPT Full Form

BPT Course

Other physiotherapy full forms

Diploma in Physiotherapy, Doctor of Physical Therapy

BPT Course Duration

4.5 years

BPT Admission Process

Entrance Exam or Direct Admission

BPT Eligibility

50% in 10+2 with science as mainstream

BPT Course Fees

INR 1,00,000 to INR 5,00,000

Top Areas of recruitment

Health Institutions, Sports teams, Hospitals, Educational Institutions

BPT Job roles

Sports Physio Rehabilitator, Physiotherapist, Osteopath, Consultant

BPT salary

INR 5,00,000

Why study BPT Course?

  • BPT course is for those who have always aspired to work in the field of human services. They can also help you incorporate complementary and alternative medicine into your practice. A student can learn about human anatomy while working with their hands in physiotherapy.
  • In India, there is a high demand for physiotherapists, with various types of patients requiring their services, including those recovering from surgery and accidents, as well as those suffering from chronic conditions such as arthritis.
  • BPT Salary ranges from INR 3,50,000 to INR 7,00,000.
  • As people become more concerned about their health and fitness, the incidence of sports injuries is predicted to rise, resulting in a higher need for physiotherapy services.
  • Students who graduate with a BPT Course can work as sports physiotherapists, physiotherapists, osteopaths, or consultants.
  • Students after the BPT course can earn an average of INR 5,00,000.
  • India have a shortfall of roughly 90,000+ physiotherapists, according to WHO standards, and the need is only expected to increase shortly. As a result, physiotherapists are in high demand and can get high salaries.

BPT Eligibility

  • Students who have finished their 10 + 2 with 50% grades and have science as the main subject are eligible to apply for the BPT Course program.
  • The eligibility criteria for Bachelor of Physiotherapy in PU is that students must clear the IPU CET entrance exam. 
  •  BPT Eligibility in Nihsr is that students must pass class 12 with 50% in Biology and 50% in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology together.
  • NCHS Ludhiana mandates that students must have 60% with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as main subjects in order to apply for BPT courses.

·         BPT Subjects

  • Subjects in Physiotherapy are divided into 8 semesters over a 4 year period. Students learn a lot about Human Anatomy, Biochemistry, Community Medicine, Health Promotion And Fitness etc. the detailed BPT syllabus is mentioned below:
  • BPT Theory Courses

Semester 1

Semester 2

Human Anatomy-I

Human Anatomy-Ii

Human Physiology -I

Human Physiology -Ii

Biochemistry

Basic Principles Of Biomechanics

Sociology & Psychology

Open Elective

Basic Computer Infromation And Soft Skill

-

Semester 3

Semester 4

Pathology & Microbiology

Exercise Therapy

Pharmacology

Electrotherapy

Biomechanics & Kinesiology

Medical Physiotherapy Law And Ethics

Foundation Of Exercise Therapy & Soft Tissue Manipulation

Open Elective

Semester 5

Semester 6

General Medicine Including Paediatrics & Psychiatry

Physiotherapy In Orthopedics And Sports

General Surgery Including Burns And Plastic Surgery& Obstetrics And Gynecology

Physiotherapy In General Medicine And General Surgery

Clinical Orthopaedics & Traumatology

Clinical Neurology And Psychiatry

Community Medicine

Introduction To Recent Trends In Physiotherapy

Interpretation Of Diagnostic Imaging Technology

-

Semester 7

Semester 8

Physiotherapy In Neurology & Psychosomatic Disorder

Physiotherapy In Cardiovascular, Pulmonary & Intensive Care

Biostatistics & Research Methodology

Community Physiotherapy

Health Promotion And Fitness

Clinical Reasoning & Evidence Based Physiotherapy

Clinical Cardiovascular & Pulmonary

Administration And Teaching Skills

Principles Of Management, Critique Inquiry, Case Presentation And Discussion

BPT Practical Courses

Semester 1

Semester 2

Human Anatomy- I Lab

Human Anatomy-Ii Lab

Human Physiology -I Lab

Human Physiology -Ii Lab

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Basic Principles Of Biomechanics Lab

Semester 3

Semester 4

Biomechanics & Kinesiology Lab

Exercise Therapy

Foundation Of Exercise Therapy & Soft Tissue Manipulation Lab

Electrotherapy

Clinical Observation

Clinical Observation

Semester 5

Semester 6

Clinical Orthopedics & Traumatology

Physiotherapy In Orthopedics And Sports

Community Medicine

Physiotherapy In General Medicine And General Surgery

Interpretation Of Diagnostic Imaging Technology

Clinical Neurology And Psychiatry

Clinical Education

Clinical Education

General Medicine Including Paediatrics & Psychiatry

-

General Surgery Including Burns And Plastic Surgery & Obstetrics And Gynecology

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Semester 7

Semester 8

Physiotherapy In Neurology & Psychosomatic Disorder

Physiotherapy In Cardiovascular, Pulmonary & Intensive Care

Health Promotion And Fitness

Community Physiotherapy

Clinical Cardiovascular & Pulmonary

Clinical Reasoning & Evidence Based Physiotherapy

Clinical Education

Administration And Teaching Skills

-

Research Project

-

Clinical Education

BPT Specializations

  • Orthopedic Physiotherapy: Orthopedic physical therapy is the care of musculoskeletal system, that includes bones, muscles, ligaments and tendons, joints, connective tissue. The primary conditions that affects musculoskeletal are arthritis, bursitis, cancer, frozen shoulder, knee instability, joint pain, limited range of motion, lower back pain, Lyme disease etc.
  • Neurological Physiotherapy: Treatment for patients with movement and function difficulties resulting from issues with the nerve and neuromuscular systems of the body is known as neurological physiotherapy. These disorders frequently present as loss of function, diminished sensitivity, uncontrollable muscle spasm and tremors etc
  • Pediatrics Physiotherapy: Pediatrics Physiotherapists are specialists in the evaluation, recognition, diagnosis, and treatment of movement abnormalities. Orthopedics, congenital defects, neurology, neuropsychiatry, respiration, and prematurity are among the conditions they treat in children.
  • Geriatrics Physiotherapy: This speciality in BPT focuses on the illnesses affecting older persons. A physiotherapist with training in this area can treat conditions including osteoporosis and arthritis in the elderly.

 

BPT Course Jobs

According to a WHO report published in 2018, India has just 5,000 qualified physiotherapists, despite the fact that one should be accessible for every 10,000 citizens. As a result, according to WHO criteria, there is still a shortage of around 90,000+ physiotherapists, and the demand is only likely to grow shortly. As a result, physiotherapists are in high demand and can expect to earn a lot of money.

BPT Salary

Job Role

Job Description

BPT Salary

Sports Physio Rehabilitator

They collaborate with a variety of sports clubs and organizations to address athlete injuries.

INR 5,00,000

Self Employed Private Physiotherapist

They offer all physiotherapy treatments right at the patient's door. Before starting this business, it is preferable to obtain some experience in a hospital or clinic.

INR 4,00,000

Osteopath

Patients are treated by stimulating various parts of the body with a variety of physical procedures such as touching, stretching, and massaging.

INR 2,50,000

Physiotherapist

Assisting patients who have limited physical mobility due to disease, injury, disability, or aging. Using manual therapy (such as massage), therapeutic exercise, and electrotherapy, improve movement and develop treatment plans.

INR 5,00,000

Defence Medical Establishments

Taking care of army personnel who have been injured in combat or during training.

INR 8,00,000

Researcher

Working with other members of the team to determine project goals, research techniques, and other test factors are part of the job. Researchers also make suggestions for how to improve the procedures used.

INR 5,00,000

Lecturer

Teaching students at the undergraduate and graduate levels about many aspects of human anatomy.

INR 5,50,000

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