Recovering From COVID-19 With Physical Therapy

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It is no secret that gaining strength back has been a topic when recovering from COVID-19. While patients are fighting this infection either at home or in the hospital, there's a concern for their strength in recovery. Physical therapy has been…
Why is Physical Therapy Important After Surgery

The Importance of Physical Therapy After Surgery

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Physical therapists are experts addressing the needs of patients following surgeries involving joints, muscles, and other soft tissues. Post-surgical physical therapy is a critical part of your recovery plan. What is the Purpose of Physical…
Physical therapy provides long-term pain relief for pain conditions.

Physical Therapy Is an Effective Option for Pain Management 

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Physical therapy not only focuses on providing pain relief but also helps improve strength, mobility, and balance for a better quality of life. It is a safer, long-term option than pain medications and addresses discomfort from a variety of…
Preparing for Your Visit with a Physical Therapist

Preparing for Your Visit with a Physical Therapist

Physical therapists are highly educated, licensed health care professionals who help patients improve or restore mobility, and in many cases helping patients reduce pain, and avoid the need for surgery and the long-term use of prescription medications…
Avoid Addictive Opioids - Choose Physical Therapy for Safe Pain Management

Avoid Addictive Opioids – Choose Physical Therapy for Safe Pain Management

No one wants to live in pain. But no one should put their health at risk in an effort to be pain free. Doctor-prescribed opioids are appropriate in some cases, but they just mask the pain—and opioid risks include depression, overdose, and…
Americans Prefer Non-Drug Treatment for Pain, Find Physical Therapy Most Effective Option

Americans Prefer Non-Drug Treatment for Pain, Find Physical Therapy Most Effective Option

Despite the nation's alarming opioid epidemic, a new survey has found that Americans prefer a nondrug approach to pain treatment. The research brief (Americans Prefer Drug-Free Pain Management Over Opioids), released in early September 2017,…