Physical therapy (PT) is for patients with pain and/or movement dysfunction resulting from disability or disease. Through proper evaluation and treatment, physical therapy can minimize pain and disability and maximize functional potential.
Physical therapy adds to a patient’s strength, mobility and fitness.
PT Goals:
- Decrease pain in joints.
- Improve mobility, strength, endurance, balance and range of motion.
- Patient/family education.
Who Can Benefit from PT?
Reasons a physical therapist may be recommended include, but are not limited to:
- Hip fractures
- Back and neck injuries
- Amputations
- Joint replacements
- Chronic pain
- Stroke
- Cardiopulmonary dysfunction
- Post-surgical conditions
- Neurological disorders
- Wound care