What is Physical Therapy?

A non-invasive natural approach to rehabilitation.

Physical therapy has traditionally been known as a form of treatment for painful conditions that incorporates exercise with posture and body mechanics training. This is important to rehabilitate dangerous movement patterns that cause injuries. Often times, treatment is complimented by use of heating and cooling agents to reduce inflammation and increase blood flow respectively.

We use manual therapy as a foundation for our treatment. This hands-on approach compliments traditional treatment by pinpointing and treating specific injuries. Manual therapy includes the use of soft tissue mobilization techniques to reduce internal and external scaring including: myofasical release, connective tissue release, strain counter strain as well as traditional forms of massage. Joint mobilization and muscle energy techniques are additional hand on tools to address joint restrictions and poor alignment.

The goal of Physical therapy is to rehabilitate painful conditions by rebalancing posture into a neutral position while gaining range of motion. Strengthening techniques are used to strengthen and stabilize the core in proper posture.

We currently have extensive experience with all painful conditions of the neck, arms, trunk and spine, hips, pelvis, knees and feet.