Why you should see a Physical Therapist...even if you are NOT in pain.

Most of the people we speak with in our office, or when we are at community events, understand that if they are experiencing pain with movement they should seek treatment from their Doctor of Physical Therapy.  After all, research has demonstrated the clinical efficacy of Physical Therapy for the treatment of conditions such as:

·      Back pain

·      Osteoarthritis

·      Sprains and strains

·      Sports injury

·      Decreased balance

·      Tendonitis

·      Chronic pain

However, what most folks do not know is that the very condition that is causing their pain may have been entirely preventable!  You see, by the time you are experiencing pain with, or after movement, you typically have a condition that will require treatment to reduce inflammation and rehabilitate the musculoskeletal system and this can take significant time and effort.  Physical Therapy is very effective to address most muscle, nerve, and/or bone conditions but wouldn’t it be great if you could prevent the onset of musculoskeletal pathology?

But I am very active and I already exercise…why do I need Physical Therapy?

As Doctors of Physical Therapy we are HUGE proponents of being and staying active so… pat yourself on the back!  We are very proud of you for committing yourself to exercise. The benefits of exercise are well documented and can help you live a happy and healthy life.  But, exercise can also lead to injury when it is not prescribed and supervised by an expert.  Doctors of Physical Therapy are experts in movement science and exercise physiology.  Whether you like cross fit, zumba, yoga, pilates, weight training, running or any other athletic activity, a thorough examination by your Doctor of Physical Therapy can identify any muscle imbalance or joint pathology that may limit your performance or lead to injury.   

How do I prevent conditions that may limit my quality of life?

Physical Therapy is the key to early prevention of musculoskeletal pathology.  A thorough examination by your Doctor of Physical Therapy can put you on the right track towards optimal physical health.  At ProForm, we spend an hour with our patients and run a multitude of clinical tests to evaluate your range of motion, muscle strength, neurological health, cardiovascular health, flexibility, and connective tissue integrity.  We will then take the time to clearly explain our findings, diagnosis, and treatment plan.  Treatment frequency and dosage depends on the severity of the condition.  At ProForm, we schedule only 1 patient every 45 minutes!  This type of individualized and highly skilled treatment is unmatched in our community and across most of our profession.  Like I said, we are committed to helping you obtain optimal physical health!

So how do I know if I need treatment?

Well, you can call the office to schedule an evaluation (732-970-7882) or just stop by our office in the Aberdeen Pavilion.  Here are some of the reasons you may need a Physical Therapy evaluation:

·      feel better physically and mentally

·      want to begin a new exercise routine

·      change current exercise routine without injury

·      prevent injury and pain

·      limited athletic performance

·      limited motion/flexibility

·      pain during or after activity

·      difficulty performing daily tasks

·      high blood pressure

·      fatigue

·      headaches

If you have any of the above you should seek treatment from your Doctor of Physical Therapy.

How do I get on the path towards optimal physical health?

Call us today to schedule your evaluation.  Remember, you do not need an MD’s prescription to start treatment.  As a patient, you have options when it comes to your healthcare and you should be very selective about where you receive treatment.  At ProForm, we offer highly skilled and individualized  Physical Therapy by a Doctor of Physical Therapy to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes.  This type of treatment is unmatched in our community.   Call today and Experience the Difference.