Can you have arthritis and still be a physical therapist?

[puppypaws]

Any opinions would be great.
It runs in one side of my family...and I'm young and already beginning to feel a bit of some. I was wondering if that would be a pose a problem for a physical therapist.
Thx

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[markelmarcel]

Well, it depends on the severity. Some people have arthritis and Advil takes care of it, some people have to be on morphine. Some people are on harder drugs and STILL have pain.

So, the answer is it depends.

 

[split6kik]

There are areas of PT where you dont have to do quite as much physical activity. I would talk to PTs or professors about options you would have, then in school try to do clinicals in those setting to see where youd fit. You could always start in a more traditional setting, and if it burdens you then youll know your options. I wouldnt let it stray you from a career you feel is right for you