How Physical Therapy Can Help You

Is Pain Keeping You from the Things You Enjoy?

Virtually all sources state that the necessities to live a long and healthy life includes a balanced combination of diet, exercise, rest, motivation, and social support. Unfortunately, pain can get in the way of all of these. So, it is important to evaluate the role physical therapy can play in ensuring you are living life to the fullest.

Pain is Painful

You know what your pain is, even if you can’t describe exactly what is bothering you, you just know you are suffering from the effects of it. Often, people become so accustomed to their individual aches and pains that they don’t notice the pain itself, but it can still affect your ability to rest properly, exercise, and enjoy your daily routines. Physical Therapists are expertly skilled in evaluating the root cause of your pain and identifying the path you need to take to return to whatever activity you wish to perform.

Pain Medications Only Provide Temporary Relief

Medications can be extremely effective in providing temporary relief, but often than simply prolong true recovery. Medications also bring many other side effects which can also prevent you from performing to your full potential. A Physical Therapist can help you rely less on medication.

Bring Movement Back to Your Life

Physical Therapy patients will often remark about how amazing they feel to be able to move specific body parts again. Your nervous system plays tug-of-war with pain anytime you engage in activities that require motion. With guided therapy, you can ensure that pain loses this tug-of-war, and you can enjoy using all your joints and muscles again.

Surgery Is Not Always the Best Option

Repairing injuries with surgery can provide relief, but it is best to not alter your original joints and muscles unless it is absolutely necessary. Within the proper environment your body is able to heal itself from many injuries and setbacks. A Physical Therapist can help you recover and return to activity quickly, whereas recovering from surgeries can take several months.

Learn how Physical Therapy can enrich your life today. Contact Phoenix Osteopractic Physical Therapy at 972.232.2310 or visit www.phoenixopt.com today!