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What is the paramedical career and scope


reetesh335 30th Apr, 2018
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Sona 30th Apr, 2018
Hey Reetesh.

A science that deals with pre-hospital emergency services is called Paramedical science; and a person working in this field is referred to as a paramedic. The major areas of work in the field of paramedical sciences are spinal injury management, fracture management, obstetrics, management of burns and assessment, and evaluation of general accident scene. The increasing demand for skilled paramedical professionals has opened up several career opportunities for young aspirants. Many paramedical institutes offer courses in the field of Para - Medicine, at degree and diploma levels. Some of the popular paramedical courses are given below.

Physiotherapy- Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession predominantly concerned with the remediation of impairments and disabilities and the promotion of mobility, functional ability, quality of life and movement potential through examination, evaluation, diagnosis and physical intervention.

Occupational Therapy- Occupational therapy treatment focuses on helping people achieve independence in all areas of their lives. OT can help kids with various needs, improve their cognitive, physical, and motor skills and enhance their self-esteem and sense of accomplishment.

Speech Therapy- Speech therapy is concerned with the management of disorders of speech, communication, language and swallowing in children and adults.

Prosthetic & Orthotic Engineering- Prosthetic & Orthotic engineering involves manufacture of artificial structures which may replace the inoperative or missing parts of the body.

Homeopathy- Homeopathy is a system of medicine recognised as dynamic art of healing. Though this system was developed abroad yet it has become an integral part of the existing therapies that impacts Indian way of life. There are many colleges in India that conducts Homeopathy courses.

Nursing- Nursing encompasses autonomous and collaborative care of individuals of all ages, families, groups and communities. It includes the promotion of health, prevention of illness, and the care of ill, disabled and dying people.

Pharmacist- They are concerned with production of pharmaceutical products, development of the methods of production and quality control. They also deliver medicines as per the prescription given by a doctor and give instructions regarding the mode of consumption of medicine.

Hope this serves your query.
All the best.

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