u/data_whisperer_x

True, but physio also requires more specialized and hands-on skills than many teaching roles. It's not a direct comparison necessarily.

Diary utilisation above 80% causing exponential damage is absolutely spot on. My practice hit that point and everything just felt *off*. Longer wait times meant more stressed patients, which meant more stressed staff, and then I was putting out fires constantly. Burnout is real, even for owners who are technically doing 'well'. It's not worth the extra few quid.

Absolutely. Running your own practice can significantly boost income, but you're also taking on all the overhead, insurance, marketing, and administrative burden. It's not just about treating patients anymore. Many prefer the stability of employment.

From what I've seen, entry-level physios might start around 60-70k CHF, experienced ones can go up to 90-110k, maybe more if they run their own practice. Rent in major cities can easily eat 2-3k. So 'lucrative' depends on your definition and where you live, but 'decent' is definitely achievable. It's stable, good social standing.