On the list of important things to do, completing physical therapy is often pushed to the bottom of one's priorities. If this sounds familiar, don’t make the mistake of thinking physical therapy isn’t all that important to your life and well-being. Physical therapy seeks to create lasting healing, through strengthening techniques, education, and other exercises, designed to get to the bottom of the problem rather than merely masking symptoms. While it may seem inconvenient to commit to regular therapy sessions, physical therapy is far less invasive than having surgery and much safer than taking pain medication. Not to mention, it can often restore mobility and reduce or even fully mitigate pain! With this in mind, what do you have to lose? Consider the many powerful ways that physical therapy could improve your quality of life.
Physical therapy can help treat a wide range of problems, ranging from chronic pain to sports injuries. It can also be used to improve balance and coordination, increase flexibility, and strengthen muscles. In recent years, it has been specialized further to treat issues of incontinence and other pelvic floor dysfunctions related to the pregnancy/postpartum period, as well as being used to reduce migraines/TMJ-related issues, and even improve one's golf game.
Physical therapists use a variety of techniques to achieve these goals, such as stretching, massage, rehabilitative ultrasound, electrical stimulation, connective tissue mobilization, joint mobilization, core stabilization, myofascial release, visceral manipulation, surface EMG/biofeedback, soft tissue mobilization, functional trigger point dry needling/intramuscular manual therapy, education, and home exercise plans. These treatments are designed to reduce pain and inflammation while restoring strength and mobility. Ultimately, physical therapy seeks to treat the whole person and address the why behind your symptoms, so you can get back to living your life without pain.
Physical therapy is a great choice for the treatment of a large variety of conditions without the need for more invasive treatments. As such, it is here to stay and continues to evolve over time to treat specialized and complex conditions alike. Consider some of the most powerful reasons that physical therapy treatment is considered the gold standard in addressing a plethora of medical conditions:
Unlike surgery, physical therapy does not require any incisions or potentially addictive pain medications in order to bring relief. This makes it a safe and effective option for those who want to avoid the risks associated with more invasive treatments and can often be used to restore function/reduce pain without the need for surgery.
Physical therapy seeks to get to the root of the problem, so it can be resolved rather than throwing medication at it for symptom management. Physical therapists will work with you to identify the underlying cause of your pain or dysfunction and then develop a treatment plan that is tailored to your individual needs. This can help ensure long-term relief from pain and improved function, so you enjoy true relief and healing, instead of a band-aid solution.
Physical therapists are experts in movement and biomechanics, so they can help you identify any areas of weakness or instability that may be contributing to your current injury. By strengthening these areas, you can reduce your risk of future injury and heal your current injury properly.
Physical therapy can help speed up the healing process by reducing inflammation, increasing circulation, and improving the range of motion. It can help you get back to your normal activities faster and prevent scar tissue from building up and causing residual pain/tightness after an injury has healed.
Physical therapy can help restore lost mobility and function due to an injury or illness. Through a combination of exercises, stretches, and manual techniques, physical therapists can help you regain strength and flexibility, so you can move more freely and with less pain. That way you can get back to living your life to the fullest.
Physical therapists see an individual, not a number. As such, they work tirelessly to access their patient's condition/symptoms and then develop a specialized treatment plan to heal dysfunction and reach patient goals.
Simply put, healthier people live happier and more fulfilled lives. When pain is reduced and mobility, function, and issues of incontinence are improved, clients enjoy a better quality of life and improved mental health.
Poor posture and balance can lead to a variety of issues such as back pain, neck pain, headaches, and more. Physical therapists can help you improve your posture and balance through a combination of exercises, stretches, and manual techniques. This can also help reduce or eliminate pain, so you can live a fuller life.
Physical therapists can help athletes (of all levels) improve their performance by increasing strength, power, and endurance. They can also help reduce the risk of injury by improving flexibility and balance. In recent years, many therapists have begun to specialize in golf physical therapy, helping to identify and develop an exercise plan that allows the golfer to take their swing to the maximum. With the right therapy plan, a good athlete can become even better at their sport of choice.
Chronic pain can be debilitating and interfere with your daily life. Physical therapists are experts in managing chronic pain and can provide you with the tools and techniques you need to manage your pain and live a more active life. This is often effective in reducing or even fully eliminating the need for pain medications in those who suffer from chronic pain.
In conclusion, physical therapy is arguably one of the most beneficial medical treatments available. Heal an injury, improve your sports performance, say goodbye to chronic pain, or improve pelvic floor problems so you can get the most out of each day. What do you have to lose other than chronic pain, lack of mobility, embarrassing incontinence, or a poor swing? Step into a healthier you when you choose physical therapy!
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