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Can I Benefit From Physical Therapy?

Ξ August 20th, 2008 | → 0 Comments | ∇ Chicago Physical Therapy, Illinois Chiropractor |

There are many people that wonder if they are actually a candidate for physical therapy, or if physical therapy can help their ailments. For many physical therapists, however, this is a very easy question to answer. Most people will benefit from some kind of physical therapy, whether their condition comes from a simple ankle sprain or has some kind of complex neurological disorder. 

Physical therapists describe physical therapy as a light treatment method addressing the management, healing, and prevention of injuries and or disabilities. Physical therapy will use non-invasive and non-medical tools to help improve the total body function. Physical therapists will focus on relieving pain, promoting healing, and restoring function and movement, and adaptation associated with injury. Physical therapy will also focuses on ergonomics or body mechanic training, fitness, and continued wellness. As you can see, physical therapy will be able to play a role in most people’s lives.

I have compiles a list of some of the most common reasons one would seek physical therapy: 

·        Neck pain and lower back pain

·        Arthritis in one or multiple joint

·        Fractures and other orthopedic conditions

·        Bowel or bladder incontinence

·        Problems with balance and mobility

·        Chronic fatigue and weakness

·        Pre- and post-surgical conditions and strengthening

·        Cancer recovery

·        Fitness and wellness education to include weight loss and prevention of osteoporosis

·        Respiratory problems and poor cardiovascular endurance

·        Knee, ankle and foot problems

·        Shoulder, arm, hand and wrist problems, such as carpal tunnel and shoulder tendonitis

·        Pre- and post-partum programs

·        Neuro-rehabilitation, such as post-stroke and spinal cord or head injury

·        Wound care such as diabetic wounds and non-healing traumatic or post-surgical wounds

·        Common muscle strains

·        Work-related injuries such as repetitive motion injuries slip and fall accidents and other trauma

·        Sports related injuries

If you still have confusion, as to whether you need physical therapy or not, discuss the options with your physician. They are trained to guide you in the right direction.

Article Source:  Chicago Physical Therapy