Millions of Americans, as it turns out. In 2010 there were 4,697,349 Medicare recipients alone who participated in some form of physical therapy.* That number may seem startling at first, but it makes sense if you think about why people go to physical therapy.
Many people use physical therapy as a recovery tool after an injury, surgery, or lengthy illness. But, more over, it's the underlying function of physical therapy that gives it it's value. Whether you're a senior citizen trying to maintain the strength it takes to keep your independence and live a rewarding life or a high school student injured in an athletic event, the goal is still the same.
Physical therapy is always intended to preserve quality of life. Millions of Americans every year are seeking the proper mix of exercise, diet, and medical oversight to continue to do the things they want to do. We at Mercer Physical Therapy are in that business. We want you to live a full, prosperous, and active life!
For more information on who we are, visit our website at www.mercerphysicaltherapy.com.
*To read the full study and statistics quoted above go to http://optherapy.rti.org/Portals/0/DOTPA_2010_Utilization_FINAL.pdf
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