Which professional evaluates and treats mobility issues?

• A. Occupational Therapist
• B. Chiropractor
• C. Speech Therapist
• D. Physical Therapist

Answer: (D)

Mobility evaluation and rehabilitation is primarily handled by a physical therapist. They assess how well a person can move—their range of motion, strength, balance, and gait—and then design a personalized plan to restore or improve mobility through therapeutic exercises, stretching, manual therapy, and the use of assistive devices as needed. This work supports recovery from injuries, surgeries, or illnesses and helps with everyday movement.

Other professionals touch related areas but with different focuses. An occupational therapist concentrates on daily activities and adapting tasks or environments to a person’s abilities; a chiropractor emphasizes spine alignment and musculoskeletal issues; a speech therapist deals with communication and swallowing. For direct improvement of movement and physical function, the physical therapist is the best fit.