Influenza (flu) and a cold. are both respiratory (breathing) system infections caused by viruses. Initial symptoms of flu and. colds are similar, and it can sometimes be difficult to tell if you have the flu or a very bad cold. The flu can cause more serious illness than a common cold. Influenza vaccine only protects. against certain influenza viruses and will not protect you from colds or other respiratory infections. Tips for avoiding the flu and colds. ï· Your best protection against the flu is an annual flu vaccination.
Physical therapist assistants (PTAs) provide physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist. PTAs help people of all ages who have medical problems, or other health-related conditions that limit their ability to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives.
A physical therapy aide is an unlicensed person who assists a physical therapist and is under the direct and immediate supervision of a physical therapist. The physical therapy aide can only provide direct care to the patient if the supervising physical therapist is within audible reach.