You’ll want a therapist who has experience with your health problem. Some physical therapists are board-certified in areas such as orthopedics, sports, geriatrics, and neurology and may offer more specialized care. Physical therapists can specialize in: Muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments, and bones, Nerves and related muscles, the heart and blood vessels, Lung problems and breathing, Skin problems, including wounds and burns, cancer-related problems, treatment for children, older adults, or women.