WHAT IS PHYSICAL THERAPY?   

Physical therapy is a medical science that specializes in relieving pain, promote healing from injury, allows for better performance in all facets of life. Pain relief is achieved with all natural means that involves no side-effects or drugs. Procedures such as the following:

Joint Mobilization – The application of movement and force to a joint for the purpose of increasing motion and range. Can be used to reduce pain. Sometimes discomfort may accompany the procedure.

Soft Tissue Mobilization – The application of movement and force to muscles, ligaments, nerves or other soft-tissue for the purpose of promoting healing and normalization. Can be used to reduce pain. Sometimes discomfort may accompany the procedure.

Pressure/Trigger Point Release – In this procedure the therapist or clinical assistant searches for muscles that are actively in spasm or causing pain. They then push on the muscle for 1-2 minutes. Initially, it will cause soreness but should diminish steadily. This helps to normalize the muscles and improve circulation in that area.

Therapeutic Exercises – Strengthening and balancing the muscles around your joints are essential for good movement, stability and pain relief. Physical therapists are the leading experts in helping those with pain, arthritis, obesity, diabetes and heart disease get fit and strong safely.

There are many specialties within the physical therapy profession. They include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Sports Medicine
2. Geriatric
3. Pediatric
4. Ergonomics & Injury Prevention
5. Strength & Conditioning
6. Orthopedics
7. Neurology
8. Oncology Rehab
9.  Hand Therapy
10. Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Rehab

Even though there are many specialties and settings within the realm of ‘physical therapy’, most all physical therapists are trained to accelerate the body’s own healing process, hasten recovery, promote better movement, foster return to activities that promote quality of life. There are no side-effects, no drugs, or invasive procedures involved with physical therapy.  It is typically the first and best option for most any muscle/joint/nerve/tendon problems, even those that might require surgery since therapy can shorten the recovery time and improve the outcome of the surgery.

If you have any questions, just ask our physical therapist today!

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