Physical Therapy is used in the preservation, enhancement, or restoration of movement and physical function that is impaired or threatened by disease, injury or disability. Physical therapists use a variety of modalities, techniques, exercises, and education to promote the ability to move, reduce pain and restore function. Physical therapy interventions are not only used to recover from injuries, but also to prevent them from occurring in the first place.
Physical Therapy treatments can include, but are not limited to:
• Orthopedic Problems:
(Head/Neck, Shoulders/Arms/Hands, Back/Buttocks, Knee/Legs, Ankles/Feet)
• Musculoskeletal Injuries
• Postural Dysfunction
• Neuromuscular Disease
• Gross/Fine Motor Development
• Strength and Endurance
• Sports Injuries
• Work-Related Injuries
• Activities of Daily Living
• Joint Mobility
• Ergonomics
• Biomechanics
• Chronic Pain
• Balance and Gait Problems
• Arthritis
• Osteoporosis