Physical and occupational therapy typically utilize physical rehabilitation, which are powerful tools for treating and even preventing injury, disease or disabilities. These hands-on, non-invasive treatments reduce pain, improve mobility and speed up the rehabilitation process. It is all part of getting you back to your work, your hobbies and your life as quickly as possible.

The first goal of therapy is to reduce pain. The therapist and patient work together to design a comprehensive program that may include information on posture, suggestions for altering daily activities, and an exercise program incorporating both stretching and strengthening. Our licensed therapists work closely with our physicians to create a personalized treatment plan for each patient. Additionally, our therapists will accept referrals from other physicians outside of our facilities.

Physical Rehabilitation is complementary to chiropractic and other treatments because it helps to maintain the gains made with these modalities.

Physical and occupational therapy are often used to treat conditions, but they can also be used to prevent problems. For example, our therapists may:

	Help a patient reduce pain and improve mobility after an injury, disease or surgery
	Work with a patient to complete necessary day-to-day tasks
	Provide recommendations to an office on how to reduce workplace injuries
	Design a preventative exercise program for an athlete
	Assist a patient in beginning an exercise program (such as at a health club)

Other benefits of physical and occupational therapy include:

	Increased muscle strength
	Reduced chance of re-injury
	Slower development of arthritis
	Increased flexibility
	Pain relief
	Better overall body function