Month: January 2022

As the population of people living with chronic pain increases, so does the need for Physical Therapy. Many people are uncertain about this type of therapy and what it entails. This blog post is designed to give you an overview of physical therapy, its benefits, and some potential drawbacks that may help you decide whether or not it’s right for your specific needs.

Physical therapy is the use of physical interventions and therapeutic exercises to help improve mobility, reduce pain and swelling, prevent disability and decrease rehabilitation time. Physical therapists (PTs) treat people for a variety of conditions; some common ones include: arthritis, back or neck pain, sports injuries such as ACL tears in athletes. A PT from La Clinica Physical Therapy told us that a PT will assess your condition and develop a treatment plan tailored specifically for you.

Benefits of Physical Therapy

The benefits of physical therapy are vast. PT has been shown to be an effective treatment for chronic pain,  or even elbow hyperextension injuries and for reducing the need for medication in some cases. It can also help improve mobility and range of motion, as well as strength and stability. Physical therapy is often recommended following surgery to speed healing and rehabilitation. In addition, PT can help people manage chronic conditions such as arthritis, asthma and diabetes.

Drawbacks of Physical Therapy

There are a few potential drawbacks to physical therapy that should be considered. First, it can be expensive, depending on your insurance coverage. Second, the …