Why Physical Therapy is Beneficial

Why Physical Therapy is Beneficial

Physical therapy benefits people of all ages who have medical conditions, diseases or disabilities that limit their ability to travel and work daily. Customized physical therapy can help patients to return to their previous level of functioning and promote behaviors and lifestyle changes that can help prevent future injury and improve overall health and well-being.

Reduce or eliminate pain
Therapeutic exercises and physical therapy methods such as joint and soft tissue activation or therapies such as ultrasound, taping or electrical stimulation can help to relieve discomfort and regain muscle and joint function to reduce pain. Such therapies can also prevent pain from returning.

Avoid surgery
When physical therapy helps to relieve pain or recovery from injury, surgery may not be required. And even if surgery is required, you can benefit from pre-surgery physical therapy. If you're going to have a stronger and better surgery, you'll recover faster after that in certain situations.

Improve mobility
If you’re having trouble standing, walking or moving—no matter your age—physical therapy can help. Stretching and strengthening exercises help restore your ability to move.

Manage diabetes and vascular conditions Exercise can help effectively control blood sugar as part of the overall diabetes management programIn addition, people with diabetes may have sensational problems in their feet and legs. Physical therapists can help to provide and educate these patients on proper foot care to prevent further problems along the road.