The goal of physical therapy is to alleviate pain and restore or improve your body’s function and mobility. A physical therapist has years of training in how to help your body heal and ways to optimize its function. This could mean getting back to work (occupational therapy), or exceeding performance milestones in sports. Here are some of the reasons you might want to see a physical therapist. Joint pain Whether you have osteoarthritis or an acute injury, joint pain can seriously interfere ... [Read More]
Physical Therapy
Why You Should Go to a Physical Therapy Clinic for Pre-Op
Physical therapy is often a vital component to recovery following surgery, but did you know that pre-op physical therapy can also make a huge difference to your recovery? Studies show that seeing a physical therapist prior to undergoing orthopedic surgery results in faster healing, less pain, and better long-term outcomes. A pre-op visit to your physical therapist includes important information on your condition and background on anatomy. PTs have extensive training on how your body works, ... [Read More]
Hand Therapy After Amputations
Amputation of a fingertip, finger, or thumb may be caused by an accident in the home or at work. Depending on the extent and type of the injury, a surgeon may have to remove more of the digit than initially damaged, in order for it to heal optimally. Hand therapy is an essential part of recovery, and should begin immediately following the injury or surgery to preserve the function of the hand. Most people who have part of their hand amputated can return to their regular activities ... [Read More]
Questions to ask your Physical Therapist (PT)
Recovering from Injury often requires a three-step process, which includes pain relief and inflammation reduction, treatment, and rehabilitation. A big part of the rehabilitation process is physical therapy, meant to assist a person in recovering from a serious injury, by way of improving strength, mobility and fitness. Physical therapy (PT) involves the restoration of function, allowing you to regain your independence in the safest and most effective way possible. Going through the PT regimen ... [Read More]
