Valatie, NY
(518) 758-7616
Physical therapists provide a service to people who may need help getting their bodies back up to speed. Be it due to age or an accident, among other reasons, some people have a problem achieving a full range of motion. Physical therapy could be the aid you need to regain motion and flexibility or provide the aftercare you need after physical trauma. Here are some of the benefits of getting physical therapy.
In our experience, many Americans are dealing with some form of untreated chronic pain. Chronic pain may be in the form of back pain, migraines, or joint pain. While medication may provide temporary relief, physical therapy can provide long-term benefits of relief from chronic pain. It's treatment without needing to spend on medications that don't solve the issue. According to research published by Professional Therapy Associates, as much as 46% of patients dealing with spinal pain felt relief from their physical therapy sessions.
The body can go through various forms of unexpected trauma. If someone got into a car accident, whether as a driver or pedestrian, the body may have sustained several injuries. If someone has suffered a stroke, they may have to learn how to walk and talk again. The body may also need assistance with healing after major surgery. After you've mostly recovered from surgery, physical therapy allows you to regain normalcy as your body heals.
When you invest in mobility, you'll notice how much easier it is to get around. Even if you've mostly stayed in shape throughout your life, you may naturally begin to experience decreased mobility with age. Luckily, physical therapists have the right stretches and exercises to help seniors remain as limber as possible. Getting this type of therapy can reduce your reliance on walking aids.
For any athletes, did you know that in our experience, stretching and aftercare can help improve your athletic capabilities? Therapists know how to help you stretch your muscles and ligaments to their fullest capacity. The better you can move, the faster you can move and perform on the field, the track, and the swimming pool. Plus, therapists help you recover faster from athletic injuries.
These are some reasons why
physical therapy is beneficial to have in your life. Whether you're a professional athlete, an aging senior, or someone recovering from surgery, there are many benefits to seeking a therapeutic program. For quality physical care you can benefit from temporarily or through an ongoing program, contact Columbia Physical Therapy, PC for assistance.
Fax (518) 286-3798
VALATIE / KINDERHOOK
2827 Route 9
Ocean State Job Lot
Valatie / Kinderhook, NY 12184
(518) 758-7616
Fax (518) 758-7557
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