Robert D. Baker, DSc, PT

Clinical Electrophysiology Physical Therapist

Dr. Robert D. Baker is a Clinical Electrophysiology Physical Therapist in Bradford, PA with special training and skill in addressing neuromuscular disorders and injuries. As a Clinical Electrophysiology Physical Therapist, Robert D. Baker, DSc, PT performs therapies for both acute and chronic neuromuscular conditions. Clinical Electrophysiology is physical therapy that utilizes electrotherapy and wound care. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Clinical Electrophysiology Physical Therapists include frostbite, burns, diabetic ulcers, surgical wounds, strokes, and brain or spine injuries. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Clinical Electrophysiology Physical Therapists include electromyography, range of motion exercises, wound dressing, and electrotherapy.

A licensed physical therapist, including but not limited to an individual who is a Board Certified Specialist in Clinical Electrophysiologic Physical Therapy, who has demonstrated specialized knowledge and skill in electrophysiologic examinations and evaluations and encompasses both the professional and technical components of the observation, recording, analysis, and interpretation of bioelectric muscle and nerve potentials, detected by means of surface or needle electrodes, for the purpose of evaluating the integrity of the neuromuscular system. Electrophysiologic evaluations include, but are not limited to, electrodiagnostic testing, which includes clinical needle electromyography, motor and sensory nerve conduction studies, and other evoked potential procedures.