Physical therapy combines therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education and modalities to rehabilitate the spine and other parts of the body. Therapeutic exercise encompasses pain relief, strength and flexibility training, regaining movement or range of motion and endurance training. Neuromuscular re-education consists of proper postural alignment, balance and coordination training and correction of body mechanics. Modalities may supplement therapeutic exercise and neuromuscular re-education. They include heat/cold therapy, ultrasound, electrical stimulation and massage/manual therapy. We focus on active treatment and participation in the healing process.

The purpose of physical therapy is to help you return to active life as quickly as possible. Therapy strives to reduce pain, increase flexibility, range of motion, and function, build strength, and correct posture and body mechanics to prevent further injuries.

As muscles are stretched and exercised, it is only natural to experience some soreness. As therapy progresses, range of motion and strength increases as soreness diminishes. In general, you’ll feel better following therapy.

Because each person is different, rates of healing are different. We can usually get an idea of your progression within two weeks. Even though we are here teaching you and rehabilitating you, it is your responsibility to perform your Home Exercise Program. This is a major factor in how quickly you will recover.

The goals of physical therapy are to restore joint function and joint mobility, increase muscle strength, decrease pain and inflammation, improve flexibility, resume normal activities and return to work/sports as tolerated. All of these goals can be achieved by working together as a team to help you recover as quickly as possible.