What is physical therapy?
Stronger results.
Every injury is unique. Every person’s situation is different. But no matter if your goal is to get back on the playing field or recover from surgery, we have the experience and know-how to design the most effective rehabilitation program for you. Our staff of licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants all stay up-to-date on the latest therapy practices and techniques. So you can rest assured you’re receiving the best care available.
Physical Therapy
Stretching your expectations.
Physical therapy is all about addressing specific rehabilitation needs. First, we identify the source of limitation or pain, while taking the time to educate you on the diagnosis, prognosis, and plan. Then we develop a customized treatment program where we can work together to restore as much of your function as possible.
Who benefits from physical therapy?
To put it simply – anyone suffering from pain or limitations in their function. Maybe your lower back hurts. Or the bottom of your feet always seems to bother you. Almost all injuries, no matter the cause – household, recreational, overuse – can be addressed through a physical therapy program. Here are some specific cases where a PT can be especially useful.
- Post-operative patients who need to regain muscle strength and coordination
- Athletes who are recovering from injuries (as well as those trying to prevent injury)
- Accident victims of car crashes, job-related mishaps, etc.
- Employees who are returning to work after an injury
- People with arthritis who seek pain relief and increased joint motion
- Cancer patients who need to increase strength and function
- Pregnant women who develop back pain and other muscular or joint problems due to pregnancy
What does a physical therapist do?
Much like your other doctors, a physical therapist is a skilled, licensed healthcare professional. In fact, physical therapy is now a 6-year Doctorate program. A physical therapist’s focus and expertise is on your body’s movement systems. Our goal is to restore or maintain your strength, mobility and function. We do so by using what’s called a dynamic approach, which combines functional exercise and manual techniques. If you want to get technical, here are some of the methods we may use in your treatment after a thorough assessment of your condition.
- Guided therapeutic activities and exercises
- Re-education of muscle
- Manual therapies: mobilization of the joints and soft tissues
- Individualized home exercise program
- Reconditioning programs
- Modalities to reduce pain and/or swelling when necessary
- We also know that some rehabilitation plans call for unique approaches. That’s why we have physical therapists who offer a multitude of specialty services at select locations.
Want to learn more about physical therapy?
Visit the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) for a wealth of information about how physical therapy can help with many physical problems.
Sports Medicine
Unfortunately, injuries are a part of athletics. The good news is with the right sports medicine; you can improve reconditioning and shorten the recovery process. That’s where Rehab Plus – comes in. We focus on the athletic facets that matter most – flexibility, strength, power, endurance, and biomechanical function. We provide sports medicine services to numerous high school teams throughout the state. We’ve been recognized by ESPN, ESPN Magazine, Fox Sports, Sports Illustrated, and other national media as one of the top training and injury rehabilitation facilities for elite athletes.
What does an athletic trainer do?
Certified athletic trainers (ATCs) are Board-Certified Medical Professionals who specialize in prevention, recognition, management, and rehabilitation of injuries that result from physical activity. As athletic trainers, we are often the first healthcare professional to treat an injured athlete – and the last to functionally return them to their optimal performance. And if you’re sidelined with an injury, we can get you on the mend and back in the game quicker. Specifically, ATCs specialize in six practice areas:
- Injury prevention to minimize risk of injury
- Recognition, evaluation, and immediate care of injuries
- Rehabilitation and reconditioning injuries to return back to activity
- Referral to appropriate medical professionals
- Healthcare administration, including medical and insurance record keeping, plus documentation of injuries
- Education and counseling
Want to learn more about athletic training? Check out the National Athletic Trainers’ Association.
