Kinesiologists

The U.S. Department of Labor reports that employment of exercise physiologists (a related career) is projected to grow 10 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations. Additionally, in 2024 ExploreHealthCareers.org reported that the job outlook for kinesiotherapists was "very good."

The demand for their services will grow because of the increasing emphasis on services for disabled people, patients with specific disorders, and the growing number of older adults. Some medical workers also handle patients with chronic pain by using the physical rehabilitation and retraining at the base of kinesiology. Plus, kinesiology is certain to grow as a profession as more is learned about the field.

As health costs rise, the importance of outpatient care is expected to increase as well. Many insurance companies prefer to pay for home health care or outpatient care instead of lengthy, expensive—and often unnecessary—hospital stays. Part-time workers in the field will also see increased opportunities. In addition, openings will occur as many kinesiologists reach retirement age and others change jobs or leave for other reasons.