Therapeutic Exercise is the training of the body to improve function and enhance fitness. Physical characteristics of an exercise program include strength and endurance of skeletal muscles, joint flexibility, body composition, and cardio-respiratory endurance. Therapeutic exercises are designed to restore normal joint range of motion, muscle strength and flexibility, and improve overall function.

Traction is mechanically applied and involves placing a gentle stretch on the spine to separate the vertebrae to relieve direct nerve pressure. It also takes the stress off the discs between the vertebrae. The stretching effect of the disc creates a suction action and lets the disc absorb more blood and healing nutrients, thus allowing it to heal more quickly.

Cryotherapy is the use of ice to relieve pain and reduce inflammation. It is commonly used on acute injuries for a period of time ranging from the first 24 hours to one week and following exercise rehabilitation.

Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS) is a gentle form of safe electrical stimulation on the muscle that is tight and painful.  EMS can cause a reduction in swelling and inflammation of soft tissue, increase blood circulation to the affected area, promote healing, reduce muscle spasms, and decrease pain.

Ultrasound involves directly applying sound waves on the affected area resulting in the reduction of pain and swelling, increased blood circulation to the muscle and promotion of the healing process.
Moist Heat Therapy is utilized to relax contracted muscles, promote rapid healing and reduce pain.

PROM refers to Passive Range of Motion.

AAROM refers to Active Assisted Range of Motion.

AROM refers to Active Range of Motion.

Plyometrics are advanced exercise techniques that increase agility and strength.

Proprioception is joint position sense (awareness of position or movement) which includes neuromuscular control, the process by which the body can control a muscle contraction in response to forthcoming information regarding external forces. Our neuromuscular re-education (NMR) programs are designed to improve proprioception through balance training, Swiss Ball exercises, closed-kinetic chain exercises and lumbar stabilization exercises.