A physical therapist is someone who treats people (of all ages) who have muscular skeletal & nurological conditions or other health-related conditions that limits their ability to function and move properly in their daily lives.
Conditions
BACK
Disc Herniation
Degenerative disc disease
Scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal deformity
ELBOW
Dislocation
Biceps Tendon Rupture
Epicondylitis ( Tennis Elbo)
HAND/WRIST
Arthritis
Carpal Tunnel
Fractures
HIP
Bursitis
Groin Strain
Fractures
FOOT/ANKLE
Sprains/Strains
Tendonitis
Fractures
KNEE
Meniscal Tear
Patella Femoral Syndrome
Damage to Anterior Cruciate Ligament
NECK
Herniated Cervical Disc
Fractures
SHOULDER
Rotator Cuff Tear
Frozen Shoulder
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
BETTER INFORMATION BETTER HEALTH
EXERCISE
The Training of the body to improve its function and enhance its fitness.
ULTRASOUND
Ultrasound is a deep heating treatment used to treat many musculoskeletal conditions like sprains, strains, or tendonitis.
ICE
Ice is usually used during the acute or initial phase of injury to limit localized swelling around tissues.
HEAT
Effective heat therapy products typically maintain a relatively warm – not piping hot – temperature.
JOINT MOBILIZATION
Joint mobilization occurs when your physical therapist passively moves the joints of your body in specific directions.
WHIRLPOOL
Whirlpools are a form of hydrotherapy and are used to help improve circulation, maintain clean wounds, or control inflammation.
KINESIOLOGY TAPING
Kinesiology taping, or K-tape, is often used by physical therapists to augment your rehab program.
TRACTION
Traction is used in the treatment of low back pain and neck pain to help decrease pain and improve mobility in the spine.