One of the most common orthopedic injuries is a sprain. Of these, ankle sprain frequently happens to people of all ages who engage in sports, or repetitive activities, such as lifting or running, or are in poor physical condition. Thankfully, physical therapy helps heal sprains and improves muscles and connective tissue strength to prevent further injury. Let’s look at how your therapist treats sprains and where you can go for sprain treatment in Austin, Round Rock, and Manor, TX. RICE Is ... [Read More]
Physical Therapist
Everything You Need to Know About a Doctor of Physical Therapy
Today’s physical therapists have advanced training in movement science, so they know how to develop an individualized, focused, effective therapy plan that is scientifically formulated to normalize your musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiac, or pulmonary function. You may be referred to a physical therapist by your doctor or surgeon, or you may see a physical therapist on your own – such as to treat a nagging pain without medication or surgery. In 2005, the Commission on Accreditation in ... [Read More]
Doctor of Physical Therapy vs. Physical Therapist
Physical therapy is one of the most important and beneficial treatments for patients. It can help people suffering from many forms of pain, injuries, and illnesses without the use of medications or invasive procedures. You can receive physical therapy from a licensed physical therapist or a doctor of physical therapy. While they sound pretty much the same, there are some slight differences between the two medical professionals. Let’s take a closer look. Who Is A Doctor Of Physical ... [Read More]
Ways a Physical Therapist Can Help After a Bunionectomy
A bunion, or hallux valgus, is a foot deformity that develops in the metatarsophalangeal joint at the base of the big toe. Many women, middle-aged and up, have these bony bumps that impair their gait and change their foot shape and mobility. If you have a bunion and have decided on bunionectomy surgery, then expect physical therapy as part of your recovery. Let’s talk more about bunions and PT after surgery and where you can go for excellent foot and ankle surgery. What Is a Bunionectomy? A ... [Read More]
How Physical Therapy Can Help Treat Autoimmune Diseases
If you are one of the millions of Americans who suffer from an autoimmune disease, you know how it can interfere with living a normal lifestyle. Autoimmune diseases can cause everything from muscle weakness and fatigue to chronic inflammation of different organs and bodily systems. While medical management with steroids, interferon, and other disease-modifying drugs is warranted to address the disease itself, physical therapy can reduce the symptoms. Your physical therapist can show you ... [Read More]
