Quite often people think physical therapy is just for after surgery…but it is not. Physical Therapy (PT) is for any person who has a muscle or joint issue. It is also for some who suffers from headaches, dizziness, or even has balance issues. PT can even be utilized from an injury prevention standpoint. Think of it like going to the dentist for a regular check up and cleaning. A physical therapist can monitor your strength, flexibility, mobility, and function, and develop a plan to keep your body feeling strong. You need not wait for an injury or worse yet a surgery to seek out care from a physical therapist.

And the good news is in most cases you can come directly to a physical therapist without needing a doctor’s referral. This way you can skip the intermediate step and go straight to the best person to help your muscle or joint injury. Every medical profession has their specialty and physical therapists are the experts in muscle and joint health that does not require surgery.

So, what kinds of issues should I seek out a physical therapist for?

Any sprain, strain, ache or pain of a muscle or joint can likely be helped by a physical therapist. Tendonitis, bursitis, impingement or any “syndrome”, a physical therapist has you covered. Whether the injury is new or old, chances are it can be helped without surgery.

The only question that really remains or should be asked is what is stopping you? What is keeping you from seeking out help to resolve your muscle or joint issue?

Hopefully after reading this, you will be saying nothing.

But if you still are not quite sure, then click the following LINK to connect with an expert who you can discuss your concerns with. Then…take it from there.