Four reasons you may need to visit a physical therapist

Physical therapists are licensed health care professionals who treat the musculoskeletal system of the human body. This system includes your muscles, bones, ligaments, tendons and cartilage, which are all important for many functions in your life.

Physical therapists can help people in a variety of ways. Whether you’ve been injured or are looking to improve your physical condition, visiting a physical therapist can offer many benefits for your health.

Four reasons to receive physical therapy

• Treating injuries — Physical therapists are known for helping people overcome injuries or pain caused by chronic conditions. Physical therapy treatments can help you recover without using drugs or invasive methods. This results in a better recovery experience since drugs and surgery have many undesirable side effects.  
• Preventing injuries — Treatment for an injury or chronic condition doesn’t stop once you’ve met your recovery goals. It helps prevent your body from suffering similar injuries in the future.
  
  Many physical therapy treatments include exercising and stretching for reducing pain and improving structural support for your body. Continuing to strengthen and stretch your body as your physical therapist instructs can result in lower chances of getting injured.  
• Improving balance — Some conditions make it difficult to balance, which puts you at risk for harm from falls. Physical therapists can help you train your body to balance better. They can also show you how to safely use assistive devices like crutches or canes.  
• Improving athletic performance — Many athletes who have been injured visit physical therapists for treatment. However, physical therapists help athletes in more ways than just treating injuries. They can assist in an athlete’s training to identify areas that need improvement, such as specific muscle groups or gait.  

Visit SSOR for physical therapy services

Our physical therapists at SSOR specialize in a variety of physical therapy services for treating pain and improving your physical condition. During your first appointment, we’ll perform a comprehensive examination of your physical condition so we can develop an effective personalized treatment to help you reach your physical health goals. Contact us today to learn more about physical therapy or to schedule an initial appointment.