Pain
Pain can affect your ability to work, exercise, sleep and complete everyday activities. It may begin suddenly after an injury or develop gradually due to overuse, posture, arthritis or changes in the way your body moves.
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At APTOR Physical Therapy, our physical therapists will help you get relief from pain first, and then so your pain doesn’t return, look beyond the location of the pain to identify weakness, stiffness, movement patterns and other factors that may be contributing to your symptoms.
Back Pain
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Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek physical therapy. It may be related to a muscle strain, poor posture, joint stiffness, disc problems, sciatica, repetitive movement or an injury.
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Your treatment plan may focus on improving mobility, strengthening the muscles that support your back and helping you move with greater comfort and confidence.
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Neck Pain
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Neck pain may result from muscle tension, posture, prolonged computer or device use, joint stiffness, an accident or another underlying condition. You may also experience headaches, limited movement, weakness or discomfort that extends into the shoulders or arms.
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Physical therapy may help improve neck mobility, relieve muscle tension and address posture or movement habits that contribute to your symptoms.
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Shoulder Pain
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Shoulder pain can make it difficult to lift, reach, get dressed, sleep comfortably or participate in work and recreational activities.
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We commonly see patients with strains, tendinitis, bursitis, rotator cuff injuries, frozen shoulder and limitations following shoulder surgery.
Hip Pain
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The hips play an important role in walking, balance and nearly every lower-body movement. Hip pain may be associated with arthritis, bursitis, muscle weakness, overuse, joint problems or an injury.
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Because pain in one area can affect the way the rest of the body moves, your physical therapist may also evaluate the strength and mobility of your back, core and legs.
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Knee Pain
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Knee pain may result from arthritis, ligament or meniscus injuries, muscle weakness, overuse, surgery or changes in movement mechanics.
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Physical therapy for knee pain may focus on improving flexibility, strength and stability so you can walk, use stairs and return to daily or recreational activities with greater confidence.
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Ankle Pain
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Ankle pain or instability may develop after a sprain, fracture, overuse injury or repeated episodes of the ankle “giving way.”
Treatment may help restore movement, improve strength and balance, and give the ankle greater support during everyday and athletic activities.
Common Treatments for Pain​
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Your individualized physical therapy plan may include:
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Personalized exercises to improve strength, flexibility and movement
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Gentle hands-on treatment for stiff joints and tight or painful muscles
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Posture and movement guidance
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Balance and stability exercises, when needed
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Aquatic therapy
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Dry needling
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Therapeutic ultrasound or gentle electrical stimulation, when appropriate
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Recommendations for modifying activities
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A personalized home exercise program