It’s important to be able to get around and complete your daily tasks, but this can be exponentially harder when you have pain or weakness.
Simple things like walking, getting up from a chair, moving around in bed and negotiating the stairs should be easy to complete.
Finding deficits in functional mobility is one of the ways we develop goals and guide treatment in physical therapy.
These deficits typically start as a minor inconvenience that develops into a major issue. We always hope things will resolve themselves, but if it persists for more than a few weeks it is important to be proactive and get an assessment from a licensed PT.
A Physical Therapist can:
-perform manual techniques that help to improve your joint’s range of motion
-show you the best way to strengthen your muscles to improve your movement
-develop your ability to balance and prevent falls
If you have further questions about physical therapy please give us a call at any one of our locations.
We can also assist you in determining your insurance coverage for PT and what documentation you may need from your primary care doctor.
Functional Mobility
