“物理疗法”常见的英文表达是 “physiotherapy” ,也可写作 “physical therapy” 。
physiotherapy:在英式英语中更为常用,指通过物理手段,如热疗、冷疗、电疗、按摩、运动疗法等来治疗疾病、促进康复。例如:The physiotherapist designed a personalized rehabilitation program for him.(理疗师为他制定了一套个性化的康复计划。)
physical therapy:美式英语里常用,含义与“physiotherapy”基本一致。例如:She's been receiving physical therapy for her back injury.(她一直在接受背部损伤的物理治疗。 )