There are a number of myths surrounding what is physical therapy and who can benefit from it. Here is a short list of these myths:
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I need a referral to see a Physical Therapist This Myth has been busted!
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Physical Therapy is only for people who don’t exercise This Myth has been busted!
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Physical Therapy is only for people after surgery This Myth has been busted!
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Physical Therapy has to be painful – “No Pain, No Gain” This Myth has been busted!
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Physical Therapy is only for “muscle pains” This Myth has been busted!
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Physical Therapy is only for “injury pains” (We’re tackling this one today!)
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And, more!
So, let’s get started by busting one of those myths right now!
MYTH #6: “Physical Therapy is only for ‘injury pains’…”
PT can benefit help ANYONE experiencing aches & pains. You do not have to have an obvious injury to experience pain. They can gradually build up over time. If you are experiencing lingering pains that impact your ability to life your life, then a PT consult might be right for you.
Here’s a short list of how PT can help you:
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An in-depth evaluation (not just a 5min overview)
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Education on why you hurt and what YOU can do to help yourself
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Understand the steps you need to take in order to finally begin your healing process
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A roadmap of how you and your PT plan on getting you to feel better
This was mentioned in a previous post, but it is worth highlighting here: While physical therapists treat many common aches & pains (low back, neck, sports/work injuries, etc.), here are a sampling of things most people don’t think about when it comes to physical therapy:
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Concussions
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Dizziness/Balance Problems
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Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Problems
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Post-partum Care for Mothers
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Headaches & Migraines
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Stroke & Parkinson’s Disease
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Pelvic Floor Pains & Incontinence
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Chronic/Persistent Pains
Here’s the reality:
If you haven’t experienced an in-depth evaluation into your pains, then your body deserves more. Find out what Physical Therapy can do for you.
So, if you have pain or difficulty moving/controlling a body part…
Call Your Physical Therapist.
Ready to get started? Tell us a bit about your story here.
At Health Source, we help people avoid unnecessary surgeries (shoulder, hip, knee, low back, etc.). We also help rehab individuals who have had surgeries so that they can maximize their recovery and enjoy life again.
Our specialized clinicians look at your body through the lenses of Mechanics (how are things moving), Neuromuscular Engagement (how efficiently your muscles are working), and Motor Control (coordinating your body so that you can get back to doing what you want to do). This involves comprehensive evaluations, hands-on care, education, movement re-training, and individually tailored exercises to help you fully recover. Call us today to get started at 517-647-1000!
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