Physical Demand?
Hello everyone,
I am currently a first semester rad tech student. I have X-linked hypophosphatemia. It is currently well controlled, but I still experience a lot of joint pain, intense fatigue, and other issues (mild scoliosis, osteopenia, knee pain due to prior surgeries). I love school and I am excelling in my classes, but I worry that working in this field will be too physically demanding for me, especially long term if my symptoms progress.
I am wondering if there are certain settings or modalities that are less physically demanding than others? Or if I should quit while I am ahead and explore other career options? I am supposed to start clinicals next quarter, but I am considering switching majors to health information management instead. Thank you in advance!
Posted May 7, 2026, 6:18 PM UTC