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What do I do if I am not sure that I want to pursue physical therapy?

As of now, physical therapy looks like a good option for me, but I am not sold yet. I don't want to invest too much time in it, and not want it after all.

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Jing’s Answer

Hi Asher,

If you have yet investigated physical therapy, the first thing I recommend you to do is to understand what physical therapists actually do, then you will have an idea whether you want to work as physical therapist.

Then you can spend some time to look into online or check with related consultants on details that how to become a physical therapy. It's also important because Physical therapists must be licensed, which requires a certain amount of time and money although it depends on Country, then you will have a picture what effort you need to make to achieve this.

Whatever your willingness is the most important thing, there are always some challenges, difficulties, pressures no matter what kind of work we do. If you love this job and would like to grow in physical therapy area, keeping doing you will become a professional in this field.
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Milena’s Answer

You can perhaps talk to people who are physical therapists and learn about the pros and cons first hand.
In my oppinion it will stay in high demand jobs for the future and being able to parctice this can only benefit you. It doesn't mean you can't also pursue other careers.
Investing in yourself is always worth the effort.
Good luck!
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Hem’s Answer

Dear Asher,

Appreciate reaching out to us with your question.

Try volunteer and spend 1-2 days observing a PT in action at a clinic or hospital.
Reach out to 2-3 physical therapists via LinkedIn or school alumni networks
Take an intro PT course online and get to know nitty gritties of PT

Make a notes each time with your experiences, observations and your feelings.
These will give you best exposure to test your interest and skill.

All the best
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Rebecca’s Answer

Be curious! Ask parents of friends, neighbors, anyone you can find who is a PT and ask what their career trajectory has been and what their workday is like. You could also ask people who have had to go to PT for a condition or injury what their rehab experience was and how they interacted with their therapist. I agree with an earlier answer about connecting with therapists on LinkedIn and such, or following influencers who are in the rehab realm.
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Cynthia’s Answer

Hi there,

Every job has its ups and downs, so it's great that you're looking into physical therapy to see if it's right for you. You mentioned it seems like a good fit, but I'm curious about what draws you to it. To help you decide, you might want to chat with current physical therapists, check out PT program websites for admission details and courses, watch YouTube videos about a day in the life of a PT, or get some observation experience at a local PT clinic. Volunteering or working in related fields and/or attending a college information session could be helpful.

Physical therapists can work in many different places, like schools with kids, skilled care centers with seniors, outpatient clinics with athletes, or rehab centers. You might find some settings more appealing than others.

There are also related careers that might interest you, such as physical therapist assistant, athletic trainer, occupational therapist or occupational therapist assistant.

Here's an article about the pros and cons: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/pros-and-cons-of-being-a-physical-therapist

Good luck with your decision!

Cindy
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