In physical therapy, trained professionals evaluate and treat abnormal physical function related to, for example, an injury, disability, disease or condition.According to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), a physical therapist is a trained and licensed medical professional with experience in diagnosing physical abnormalities, restoring physical function and mobility, maintaining physical function, and promoting physical activity and proper function.
Licensed physical therapists can be found in a range of healthcare settings including outpatient offices, private practices, hospitals, rehab centers, nursing homes, home health, sports and fitness settings, schools, hospices, occupational settings, government agencies, and research centers. What to expectPhysical therapy can help people of all ages with a range of conditions.A physical therapist helps take care of patients in all phases of healing, from initial diagnosis through the restorative and preventive stages of recovery. Physical therapy may be a standalone option, or it may support other treatments. Some patients are referred to a physical therapist by their doctor, but other seek therapy themselves. Whichever way a patient come to a physical therapist, they can expect to:
Common conditionsPhysical therapists can treat a wide variety of medical conditions, depending on their specialty. Some conditions that can benefit from this type of treatment are:
Benefits of physical therapyDepending on the reason for treatment, the benefits of physical therapy include:
A healthcare provider or physical therapist can advise individuals about the benefits specific to their personal medical history and their need for treatment. TypesPhysical therapy can help a patient regain movement or strength after an injury or illness.As with any medical practice, a variety of therapies can be applied to treat a range of conditions. Orthopedic physical therapy treats musculoskeletal injuries, involving the muscles, bones, ligaments, fascias, and tendons. It is suitable for medical conditions such as fractures, sprains, tendonitis, bursitis, chronic medical problems, and rehabilitation or recovery from orthopedic surgery. Patients may undergo treatment with joint mobilizations, manual therapy, strength training, mobility training, and other modalities. Geriatric physical therapy can help older patients who develop conditions that affect their mobility and physical function, including arthritis, osteoporosis, Alzheimer's disease, hip and joint replacement, balance disorders, and incontinence. This type of intervention aims to restore mobility, reduce pain and increase physical fitness levels. Neurological physical therapy can help people with neurological disorders and conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, brain injury, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, spinal cord injury, and stroke. Treatment may aim to increase limb responsiveness, treat paralysis, and reverse increase muscles strength by reducing muscle atrophy. Cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation can benefit people affected by some cardiopulmonary conditions and surgical procedures. Treatment can increase physical endurance and stamina. Pediatric physical therapy aims to diagnose, treat, and manage conditions that affect infants, children, and adolescents, including developmental delays, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, torticollis and other conditions that impact the musculoskeletal system. Wound care therapy can help to ensure that a healing wound is receiving adequate oxygen and blood by way of improved circulation. Physical therapy may include the use of manual therapies, electric stimulation, compression therapy and wound care. Vestibular therapy aims to treat balance problems that can result from inner ear conditions. Vestibular physical therapy involves a number of exercises and manual techniques that can help patients regain their normal balance and coordination. Decongestive therapy can help to drain accumulated fluid in patients with lymphedema and other conditions that involve fluid accumulation. Pelvic floor rehabilitation can help treat urinary or fecal incontinence, urinary urgency and pelvic pain in men and women as a result of injuries or surgery, or because of certain conditions. Apart from physical manipulation, physical therapy treatment may involve:
By Lori Smith BSN MSN CRNP Reviewed by Gregory Minnis, DPT https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/160645.php
46 Comments
10/28/2019 11:43:40 am
Thank you for explaining how an appointment with a physical therapist would go. My brother is having some pain in his knee because of an old sports injury. I'll pass this information onto him so he can be prepared if he goes to a physical therapist.
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Michael
10/28/2019 08:39:29 pm
You are very welcome! I am so glad it was helpful! Thank you for visiting our Zenergy Blog!
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11/11/2019 09:45:44 am
It's interesting to know that physical therapy can help you to treat conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome. My sister has been struggling with carpal tunnel syndrome, and we are looking for advice to help her. I will let her know about the benefits of physical therapy to help her.
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Michael
11/12/2019 11:07:10 pm
I'm glad it was helpful.Thank you for visiting our Zenergy Blog!
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1/25/2020 04:38:45 am
Physical therapy has several benefits and everyone should be aware of such use of the physical therapy and factors which should be taken into consideration while undergoing physical therapy.
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Rachel
3/4/2020 11:33:58 pm
Excellent points Ivy! Thank you for sharing ! Thank you for visiting our Zenergy Blog!
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1/31/2020 11:10:27 am
I had knee surgery about 3 months ago and I have been struggling to bend my knee and even walk around the house still. I am thinking about seeing a physical therapist and it is good to know that they will be able to help me increase my mobility and movement. Plus, the fact that they can also help me restore my balance will allow me to get back to doing things I love like dancing.
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Rachel N Madrid
1/31/2020 07:30:45 pm
Hi Rosie, You should definitely see a physical therapist. Physical Therapy is the most under utilized benefit in healthcare today, it can benefit everyone. If you need any help at all please feel free to contact us at anytime at Zenergy!
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2/18/2020 08:44:30 am
It's good that you point out that physical therapy can help you recover from a sports injury. I was recently injured playing football, so I'm considering trying physical therapy. I'm going to look for a good physical therapist in my area.
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Rachel
3/4/2020 11:32:07 pm
Thank you for visiting our blog Bob! Yes, physical therapy can definitely help you recover from sports injuries. I'm glad you found the information helpful!
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2/24/2020 11:17:12 pm
The facts have been discussed is really important. Thank you so much for sharing a great post.
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Rachel
3/4/2020 11:35:03 pm
Thank for your feedback Daniel! Thank you for visiting our Zenergy Blog!
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3/4/2020 12:24:40 pm
I was diagnosed to have carpal tunnel syndrome and my doctor advised that I should take up physical therapy. While I was reluctant at first, I am happy that this article shared that physical therapy can help improve mobility and movement as well as help avoid unnecessary surgeries. I am more at ease to see a physical therapist after reading this article.
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Rachel
3/4/2020 11:37:29 pm
Good to hear Kristofer, I'm glad to hear the article was helpful. Best of luck! Thank you for visiting our website and commenting on our blog.
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3/5/2020 09:18:26 am
It's good that you point out that physical therapy can benefit people who suffer from back pain. I have been having back pain ever since a recent football injury, so I'm considering trying physical therapy. I'm going to look for a good physical therapist in my area to use.
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3/6/2020 05:20:40 pm
I wasn't aware that there are so many different kinds of physical therapy such as orthopedic and neurological. My husband has been struggling with some pain in his back for a while now. I think he should look into physical therapy or exercise physio treatment to help his pain.
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3/11/2020 01:28:21 pm
One of my cousins had an accident causing him an injury on his hand and he is barely recovering from it. I found it interesting when you said that hand therapy can be provided for conditions such as trigger finger. I will recommend him to contact a specialist so he can get treatment as soon as possible.
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3/16/2020 08:48:41 pm
I am so grateful that this article mentioned what we can expect and what we will have to go through before we begin any physical therapy session. It is great that you mentioned every patient will have to undergo a physical exam and evaluation, which will include certain testing procedures and evaluating our posture, movement and flexibility as well as muscle and joint motion and performance. The other day my doctor recommending me seeing a physical therapist for my neck and back and after knowing this, I am less anxious to go and see one.
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3/23/2020 01:12:02 pm
It's good that you point out that an orthopedic doctor can help you recover from certain sports injuries. I hurt my ankle recently while I was playing basketball, so I'm considering seeing an orthopedic specialist. I'm going to look for a good orthopedic clinic in my area to use.
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3/26/2020 09:35:34 pm
Hey Rachel, I like that you pointed out that while physical therapy has many benefits, it is important to be mindful of certain factors before deciding to see a physical therapist, such as finding out if physical therapy is the best remedy to your ailment. Because my family has a history of joint-related disorders, I have been trying to find a way to strengthen my joints before old age hits me. After reading that physical therapy is best for joint-related problems, I will definitely consider it.
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4/29/2020 07:22:00 am
My husband has never been to a physiotherapy clinic before, so it's helpful to read that he will have a physical exam, diagnosis, care plan, and goals moving forward. He injured his right shoulder about a month ago while playing rugby. It is needing some care, so I hope we can find a physiotherapy service for him soon.
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5/3/2020 09:15:35 pm
I find it interesting that physical therapy can benefit children born with pediatric conditions such as muscular dystrophy. My friend's son was born with such illness and he's been looking for ways on how to possibly treat it. I should share this with him so he'd consider bringing his kid to a physical therapist.
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5/26/2020 01:03:25 pm
I loved how oyu mentioned that it can help avoid surgery! My sister recently sprained her ankle while she was going on a run, and she was wondering if seeing a physical therapist would be the best way for her to recover. I'll make sure to pass this information along to her so that she can know the benefits of physical therapy.
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7/6/2020 07:32:14 am
I like what you said about using physical therapy to treat abnormal functions. My sister wants to make sure that she can move her shoulders properly in the coming weeks. I'll share this information with her so that she can look into her options for physical therapists who can help her with this.
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7/7/2020 09:45:01 pm
Such a wonderful article! I will share it on my website as many of the people don't know that physical therapy can help in so many aspects of life! Thank you!
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8/4/2020 10:16:28 pm
Thank you for sharing that physical therapy is great for those who are recovering from sports injuries. The other day my sister got into a biking accident and she needs to undergo therapy to heal her knee. I will definitely encourage her to proceed.
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8/19/2020 10:07:12 am
It's valuable that you point out the fact that physical therapy can help you recover from an injury. I hurt my neck while playing football last Friday, so I'm thinking about trying physical therapy. I'm going to look for a good physical therapist near me that I can use.
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8/28/2020 05:49:51 am
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9/9/2020 08:55:06 am
It's valuable that this article points out that physical therapy can help restore your mobility after you have been injured. I hurt myself playing football last week, so I'm considering trying physical therapy soon. I'm going to search for a good physical therapy center in my area that I can use.
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10/20/2020 11:59:55 am
It stood out to me when you explained that physical therapy can reduce the need for opioids for pain management. My husband mentioned he wanted to get a painkiller prescription because the pain in his knee has been bothering him for the last two weeks. Maybe I'll do some further research to see if there's a local physiotherapy clinic he could start going to instead!
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10/23/2020 09:40:06 am
I never thought about how a sports therapist can help an athlete perform better by strengthening specific parts of their body. I thought they only helped with recovery. It's good to know they can help them get better too.
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11/10/2020 06:38:48 am
I read your blog, it’s an excellent blog. It gives us brief description about sports therapy and physical therapy. I recommend this blog and Learnovate if you want to know more about sports therapy and physical therapy.
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11/18/2020 03:43:06 am
Thank you for providing such an informative and quality content. Good work keep it up
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11/29/2020 10:21:37 am
After a rigorous session for physical therapy near me, I had been feeling way too exhausted than normal! This blog explained why this was happening to me! Highly informative!
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12/17/2020 02:00:45 pm
My aunt has been thinking about taking better care of her legs. She would really like to get some physical therapy from a professional. I liked what you said about how she can avoid surgery, and have better management of her pain.
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12/22/2020 07:29:21 pm
I appreciated it when you shared that a sports therapy will help athletes to strengthen specific parts of the body and muscles in order to maximize their performance. My uncle just mentioned the other day that he is worried about his son who is not suffering from injuries a few weeks ago when he joined a football tournament representing his college. I will suggest to him sending his son to a reliable facility so he can get sports therapy from the expert.
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2/22/2021 08:43:02 am
It's awesome that you mention that physical therapy can help improve your mobility. I've had back pain for many years that limits my ability to move, so I'm considering trying physical therapy. I'm going to look for a good physical therapist in my area to use.
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3/17/2021 11:13:12 am
Thank you for pointing out that physical therapy can help improve your mobility after you have been injured. I hurt my back recently at work, so I'm thinking about going to physical therapy soon. I'm going to search for a good physical therapist in the area that I can use.
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9/3/2021 07:24:56 am
I was injured in a car accident, and I'm still trying to recover. It makes sense that physical therapy would be beneficial. I can see how practicing movements would help my body recover from the injury.
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1/25/2022 06:07:14 am
When a patient has an injury, there is often the fear that pain will never go away. While this is not always true, it can be hard to know what to do when you are in pain. Physical therapy is a great way to keep your body functioning properly and can help you manage your pain at home.
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7/14/2022 08:08:16 pm
Orthopedic treatments might be something that my son can really benefit from as a part of therapy. He's been doing his best as a member of the school baseball team, and that has really worn out his legs for quite a while now. I'll help him keep up his sports passion by hiring a physical therapist for him regularly.
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It's great to know that registered physiotherapists treatments will be able to take care of patients with any kind of healing they would need and to recover as well. I want to find one with a good reputation for my best friend. She has been injured when she went to the gym last week that is why she needs help.
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10/20/2022 10:46:15 pm
It really helped when you said that there would be lots of healthcare settings that offer licensed physical therapists to help even with outpatient needs. I will share this information with my dad so that he can find a physical therapy clinic in Lakeview, Illinois this weekend. It's because he has trouble walking due to the pain in his knees and back now that he is in his 50s.
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