SAMPLE PT EXERCISES FOR KNEE OA Coming Soon…. Other Topics That Interest You CAN’T SOMEONE JUST GIVE ME THE EXERCISES SO I CAN DO THEM AT HOME? WHAT WON’T PHYSICAL THERAPY DO? WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT FROM PHYSICAL THERAPY? 1 2 Next »
CAN’T SOMEONE JUST GIVE ME THE EXERCISES SO I CAN DO THEM AT HOME? Physical therapy isn’t “one size fits all”. Ideally, each person gets a personalized rehabilitation program based on their specific goals and level of fitness. Your therapist is an expert at creating a program that exactly fits your needs. He/she performs an …
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WHAT WON’T PHYSICAL THERAPY DO? Physical therapy will not cure your knee osteoarthritis. Physical therapy cannot be expected to treat severe pain- this is a situation where you will need evaluation and other medical treatment from your knee specialist. Physical therapy will not fix you in one day. You can expect to have about 6 …
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT FROM PHYSICAL THERAPY? Physical therapy can help you manage your OA pain and improve your function. Physical therapy can help you stay on your feet. Physical therapy is only one part of a comprehensive plan of care that you and your doctor create together that includes home care, activity modification, and …
HOW DOES PHYSICAL THERAPY PEOPLE WITH OSTEOARTHRITIS (OA)? A good physical therapy program for osteoarthritis will improve function and reduce joint stress through gains in: Strength. Leg strength protects and supports your knee joints while giving you better durability in your activities. Balance. Being steadier on your feet ensures efficient movement, decreases joint stress, and …
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