PHYSICAL THERAPY
Physical therapy treatment includes pain relieving techniques, balance and coordination training, postural retraining, joint mobility techniques, soft tissue mobilizations, patient education, mobility training and the use of supplemental modalities. Treatment plans are individually designed and tailored to a patient’s needs.
Why Physical Therapy?
Physical therapy is about helping people heal by restoring movement and function, relieving pain, and preventing further injury.
Physical Therapy is often indicated for treatment of the following conditions:
• Joint Pain | Neck/Back Pain
• Balance Problems | Improved Balance | Fall Prevention
• Sports Related Injury
• Fracture
• Orthopedic Problems
• Recent/Planned Surgery | Avoid Surgery
• Stroke Recovery | Paralysis
• Age Related Problems | Osteoporosis | Arthritis
The goals of physical therapy include:
• Increased strength and mobility
• Decreased pain
• Prevention of injuries
• Improved movement
• Teach how to use devices such as canes, crutches, walkers and wheelchairs
• Increase a patient’s safety and independence with all aspects of life
Depending on each individual’s ailment, Physical Therapy services may include but are not limited to:
• Flexibility exercises
• Strengthening
• Ultrasound
• Electrical Muscle Stimulation
• Gait/Balance training
• Manual therapy
• Massage
• Education
Physical Therapist
• Assess patient and develops appropriate treatment plan.
• Strength/Balance/Walking Mechanics
• Postural Education/Energy Conservation
• Makes appropriate adjustment to plans of treatment
• Develops a home exercise program to maintain strength/coordination gains
Our physical therapists work closely with your physician to establish an individualized treatment program that will best benefit you.