Claire E. Child, MPh, CCS, PT

Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapist

Dr. Claire E. Child is a Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapist in Philadelphia, PA with special training and skill in crafting treatment and prevention programs for heart and lung diseases. As a Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapist, Claire E. Child, MPh, CCS, PT, DPT performs treatments to improve a patient's oxygen intake, health, and quality of life. Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy is the treatment and prevention of cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, and rehabilitation from heart and lung surgeries. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapists include conditions like heart disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and recovery from treatments like heart valve replacement and lung transplant. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapists include developing and managing treatment programs including physical therapy, massage therapy, water therapy, and acupuncture.

A licensed physical therapist, including but not limited to an individual who is a Board Certified Specialist in Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Physical Therapy, who has demonstrated specialized knowledge and skill in cardiovascular and pulmonary anatomy and physiology medicine, rehabilitation, critical care, and emergency and trauma.