Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists Physical Therapy

Why Should I Do This?

Physical therapy offers highly effective treatment for common musculoskeletal problems like back pain, knee pain, and sports injuries. Skilled physical therapists specialize in assessing, diagnosing, and treating conditions related to movement and function. They create personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's specific needs and goals.

Physical Therapy versus Chiropractor

Physical therapy and chiropractic care are both therapeutic approaches aiming to enhance musculoskeletal health, but they differ in focus and methods. Physical therapy emphasizes a holistic approach, utilizing exercises, stretches, and manual techniques to improve overall mobility, strength, and functionality. It addresses a wide range of conditions, including post-surgery recovery and chronic illnesses. Chiropractic care, on the other hand, centers on spinal adjustments to alleviate pain and improve nervous system function. While chiropractors may focus on spinal alignment, physical therapists take a broader approach, considering the entire body. Both have unique benefits, and the choice often depends on individual needs and preferences.

Treatments for Back Pain

Back pain is a prevalent condition that prompts many individuals to seek medical attention. Physical therapy provides effective management strategies for back pain by focusing on improving flexibility, strength, and overall mobility. The top reasons people seek physical therapy for back pain include:

• Sciatica pain
• Herniated disc pain
• Pinched back nerve
• Lower Back Pain
• Upper Back Pain
• Lower left back pain
• Sharp pain in the lower left back
• Sharp pain in the lower right back
• Slipped disc
• Pain in the middle of your back

Treatment for back pain may include exercises to strengthen supportive muscles, manual therapy to alleviate pain and stiffness, and education on proper posture and body mechanics. Physical therapists may also utilize modalities such as heat, cold, and electrical stimulation to manage pain.

Treatments for Knee Pain

Knee injuries can result from sudden twists or blows to the knee or overuse. Common knee injuries include sprains, strains, dislocations, and ligament, tendon, or meniscus tears. The top reasons people seek physical therapy for knee pain include:

• Swollen knee
• Pain in the kneecap
• Pain bending the knee
• IT band knee pain
• Pain on the outside of the knee
• Pain on the inside of the knee
• Pain behind the kneecap

Physical therapy effectively addresses knee pain by enhancing knee function, reducing pain, and improving flexibility and range of motion. Treatment approaches may involve exercises targeting the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes, manual therapy for pain reduction, and the use of modalities like ultrasound and electrical stimulation for healing promotion. Braces or orthotics may also be utilized to enhance knee support and stability.

Treatments for Sports Injuries

Sports injuries are common among athletes and range from minor sprains to more severe conditions like ligament tears or fractures. Physical therapy plays a vital role in the rehabilitation process for sports injuries, enabling athletes to safely return to their previous level of activity. The top reasons people seek physical therapy for sports injuries include:

• Tennis Elbow
• Tendonitis of the elbow
• Pain in the outside elbow
• Golfer's elbow
• Pulled hamstrings
• Groin pulls
• Pickleball injuries
• Pickleball elbow injuries
• Pickleball hamstring injuries

Treatment for sports injuries involves exercises to enhance strength , flexibility, and balance, manual therapy to reduce pain and inflammation, and modalities like ice and heat for healing promotion. Physical therapists may also develop sport-specific training programs to help prevent future injuries.

Schedule Same-Week Physical Therapy with ORS

To benefit from manual therapy techniques and schedule an appointment within the same week, call ORS at 877-202-2175.