Sprains and Strains Can Cause Long-Term Pain…But With Physical Therapy, They Don’t Have To!
Does this scenario seem familiar? You’re walking down the sidewalk, when suddenly – your ankle slips off the curb. You feel an immediate twinge of pain, but you’re unsure whether or not it requires a trip to the doctor. It is true that many mild injuries can be treated with the R.I.C.E (rest, ice, compression, elevation) method; however, some injuries require the help of a medical professional. It can be difficult to determine where your injury is, and it can also be difficult to determine if the injury you sustained is a sprain or a strain.
Read full blogDo You Have Aches and Pains? Your Diet May Be to Blame
What was the last meal you ate? If it was something high in saturated fat and processed sugars, it may be time to listen to your body. Fortunately, physical therapy is more than just post-surgery recovery.
A physical therapist can assist you in identifying ways to improve your nutrition in order to alleviate your aches and pains.
When attempting to achieve physical goals, lifestyle changes can be extremely beneficial.
Read full blogImprove Your Surgical Outcomes with Physical Therapy – Before and After
Are you preparing to have surgery?
If this is the case, you should consider physical therapy prior to surgery. Physical therapy prior to surgery, as well as after surgery, aids in a quick recovery. After the operation, physical therapy can help promote a quick and complete recovery. If you are planning a surgical procedure, please contact us to learn more about how physical therapy can help you with both preparation and recovery.
Contact Ohana Physical Therapy today to find out how our Durango, Colorado physical therapists can help you before and after surgery.
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