Physical Therapy

Batavia Physical Therapy can help you become healthier, stronger, and more active. Everyone strives to live a healthy, active, and strong lifestyle. It isn’t always easy, especially for people with chronic pain. You may feel uncomfortable just thinking about going outside and working out with your pain. There is an easier way to live the active lifestyle that you want. You can achieve optimal health and fitness while also reducing pain. Give our office a call if you want to live a healthier, more active, and stronger life.

How do I begin?

It takes effort to maintain a healthy lifestyle. But once you get the hang of it, it will become easier. Eating healthy foods is one of your best ways to improve your overall health. We know that sweets can be hard to stop. For those with chronic pain, physical activity can be difficult to commit to. While some people resort to pain-relieving medication or anti-inflammatory medications to manage their symptoms, others give up and quit trying to be active. Physical therapy is an alternative. A physical therapist can help you regain your pain-free, healthier lifestyle and allow you to return to the things that you love.

What exactly is physical therapy?

The three main phases of physical therapy are pain relief, strengthening, or functional integration. Physical therapy can be scary for some people because they fear it might hurt them. However, this is not always true. Our physical therapist will ensure that you are comfortable and have pain relief. This can be achieved by a variety of treatment options, including ice and heat therapy, stretching, bracing and ultrasound.

Movement is a key component of an active lifestyle. Your physical therapist will tailor your treatment plan around movements that increase strength, flexibility, and mobility. You can do some of the exercises at home, and he or she can assist with others.

Physical therapy can help you live the life that you desire, without any limitations. This is possible only when you put the knowledge you have gained from your treatment into practice in the real world. Your physical therapist will be as committed as you are and will help you achieve the goals that you set out in the beginning.

How will physical therapy help me?

The purpose of physical therapy remains the same, no matter what you are seeking its services for. Perhaps you are still suffering from the lingering pain of an injury. Perhaps you are recovering from a surgery and trying to get your range of motion back. Perhaps your joints simply aren’t what they used to be, and you are looking for relief. Whatever the case may be, physical therapists are dedicated to relieving your pain and getting you back to your peak level of physical health.

A physical therapist is a movement specialist, educated in analyzing mobility issues with walking, running, jumping, bending, stretching, and almost every other form of physical activity. Our physical therapist can pinpoint problem areas and create a customized treatment plan aimed at improving those areas. Through in-office sessions and at-home exercises, patients strengthen their muscles and joints, improve their balance, build endurance, and experience pain relief, all without the unwanted harmful risks of drugs or surgery.

What should I expect?

Everybody has unique needs, depending on their body. There is no one-size fits all approach to health or wellness. One treatment plan might not work for you. Your physical therapist will closely work with you to assess your mobility, balance and range of motion as well as the severity of pain. When creating your treatment plan, your physical goals and any health risks will be considered. During your initial assessment, you might be asked to do basic movements such as standing, sitting, and walking. You may also be asked to lift, stretch, or perform other motions. Once you have a clear understanding of your needs, your physical therapist will create a treatment plan that will help you relieve pain and reach your goals.

In the end, an active lifestyle is more than possible, even if you struggle with chronic pain. If you are looking to improve your health, strength, and physical activity, look no further – we are here to help. Schedule a consultation with one of our physical therapists today and get started on your journey toward better health and wellness!