Hello all,
After reading through all of the threads on DPT vs Sports Medicine Physicians, I'm still a little confused. I understand what a MD or DO can do that a PT can't do, but can someone explain exactly what a DPT can do that a sports medicine physician CAN'T do based on training? For example, I know DPTs are more highly trained in biomechanics, but if I open a practice as a sports medicine physician could I perform the same therapeutic treatments a PT can perform (in addition to prescribing meds and all the other perks a MD/DO has)? Would components such as dry-needling and cupping be an option as continuing education for a sports medicine physician or would I be too busy to perform these types of therapies?
Thanks!
After reading through all of the threads on DPT vs Sports Medicine Physicians, I'm still a little confused. I understand what a MD or DO can do that a PT can't do, but can someone explain exactly what a DPT can do that a sports medicine physician CAN'T do based on training? For example, I know DPTs are more highly trained in biomechanics, but if I open a practice as a sports medicine physician could I perform the same therapeutic treatments a PT can perform (in addition to prescribing meds and all the other perks a MD/DO has)? Would components such as dry-needling and cupping be an option as continuing education for a sports medicine physician or would I be too busy to perform these types of therapies?
Thanks!