6 Reasons to See a Physical Therapist

February 13th, 2023
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1) Pain Management

Pain can occur due to many reasons: falls, muscle imbalances, sports, and more. We are able to help you address the impairment and provide manual techniques along with an individualized program to correct any imbalances to help you get back moving without pain. 

2) Avoid Surgery

Physical therapy has proven to be an effective intervention in avoiding surgery while returning previous mobility and decreasing pain/discomfort. Studies have found PT to be effective in preventing surgeries such as hip/knee replacements, meniscal tears, and shoulder impingement.

3) Improve Strength, Flexibility, and Balance

Together, we can identify your specific needs. From here, we will create an individualized program to get you to a level of performance you are comfortable with to perform your favorite activities.

4) Injury Prevention

You don’t have to wait to see a PT till you are injured. We offer assessments and programs designed to prevent you from future injury. Examples of these would include posture correction based programs and sport specific programs. Utilization of these corrective programs can help prevent future injuries.

5) Controlling Disease Progression

There have been many studies proving the importance of physical therapy in patients who have had or have: a stroke, Parkinson’s disease, pelvic floor dysfunction, multiple sclerosis, and more. We are able to maximize your level of independence and improve mobility in motions that have become difficult.

6) Management of the Aging Process

With aging, there are many natural processes that occur. These include loss of balance and sensory systems, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, and more. We are able to help you manage these occurrences to help keep you on your feet and moving to prevent further disability and loss of movement. 

How Do I Start?

If you are experiencing or relate to any of the information above, contact the Respire PT Team today by phone at 703-671-1871 or click here to request an appointment with a Physical Therapist. Let us help you get back to your favorite activities without pain and movement restrictions.

Reference

  • Milanowski, A. (2021, August 13). 5 reasons to see a physical therapist. Cleveland Clinic. Retrieved February 10, 2023, from https://health.clevelandclinic.org/5-reasons-you-may-not-have-thought-of-to-see-a-physical-therapist/

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