By Dee Griffin
Physical therapy (PT) is a critical player on the medical team. The overall goal of PT is to improve physical ability. It focuses on treatment of loss of function due to injury, illness, disability, or sedentary lifestyle. PT uses a variety of techniques to improve mobility, reduce pain, and improve overall physical function.
Physical Therapy can be used to improve the lives of people at any age. You may need to recover from physical injuries, manage chronic conditions, and improve your overall quality of life. The PT treatment plan should be based on your unique needs and goals. Traditionally these treatments include exercise, manual therapy, and education. More recently these therapies may include other activities such as cupping, dry needling, and laser therapy.
Some of the major benefits of PT include reduction of pain through targeted exercises and manual techniques that could reduce the need for pain medication. PT can help restore movement and flexibility making it easier to preform daily activities. PT plays a crucial role in recovery after surgery or injury which can also promote faster and more effective healing. Physical therapist can also teach patients how to perform exercises correctly and use proper body mechanics which reduces the future risk of injuries. Athletes can also benefit from PT by providing specific exercises that can improve strength, flexibility, and endurance. Athletes can also benefit from PT when dealing with a sport related injury.
There are numerous benefits of participating in a Physical Therapy program. PT offers a more natural, non-invasive approach to managing a variety of physical conditions and limitation. Understanding the many benefits of physical therapy can help individuals make informed decision about including Physical Therapy in as part of their health care team.
Dee Anne Griffin owns Dynamic Health Solutions, LLC and is a Family Nurse Practitioner. She has worked in the medical field for more than 20 years. She listens and recommends different options to create a unique plan that fits each individual. When not practicing medicine Griffin spends time on her family farm tending to her animals and is very active in her church. Contact her at 803-454-1661. Her offices are located at 169 A Medical Circle, West Columbia.
