Physical rehabilitation is a great treatment option to consider if you suffer from a medical condition, injury, or illness that is hindering your daily activities. Receiving this type of treatment can be especially beneficial right after an auto injury to ensure a successful recovery. Anyone of any age can benefit from receiving this type of therapy.
Physical rehabilitation involves strengthening muscles and tissues to encourage healing, alleviate pain, and improve mobility. Physical rehabilitation is also used for preventing conditions from worsening or occurring altogether. If you are taking pain medications or considering surgery, this treatment can help you avoid the risks that often come with them and provide an alternative solution that works.
Some conditions physical rehabilitation can treat include:
- Joint pain
- Muscle, tendon, or ligament tears
- Neck pain
- Back pain
- Knee pain
- Sprains
- Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ)
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Herniated Disc
- Rotator Cuff injury
- Tendonitis
- Nerve conditions such as neuropathy
How Does Physical Therapy Work?
During your first visit to a physical therapist, you will receive an evaluation and diagnosis to develop a customized rehabilitation plan to help you get back to a normal level of functioning. This treatment plan will be used to prevent and alleviate the underlying cause of your pain.
Your doctor will help you make lifestyle changes and engage in activities that will aid in your recovery. If your pain is due to an accident or injury, it is important to receive treatment sooner rather than later to prevent more serious complications.
Physical rehabilitation is an important step to help restore mobility and function in order to help you get back to performing your daily activities with ease. Your doctor may recommend a treatment plan that also involves one or a combination of the following:
Chiropractic care
Chiropractic care helps to manage and treat conditions by performing adjustments to the musculoskeletal system. The spine provides structure and is important for brain communication. Mobility and range of motion can be greatly hindered if the spine becomes misaligned, and this can also cause extreme pain to the joints and nerves throughout the body. By resetting the alignment of the spine and expertly applying pressure to the injured area, your pain can be alleviated and inflammation reduced.
Exercises
It is important to continue physical rehabilitation at home after your doctor’s visit. Your doctor will typically provide you with specific exercises and instructions to do at home for a successful road to recovery. Performing these exercises at home helps you to build strength and prevent any further injuries from occurring. It is important to follow the instructions properly so that there are no complications. If you are unsure of how to properly perform your exercises, reach out to your doctor before attempting them.
If you are seeking more information on physical rehabilitation and live in the Mesquite area, call (972) 285-6703 today for a complimentary consultation.