Restore PT: How PT Can Help You Get Active Again

Get Moving Again

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How Physical Therapy Can Help Our physical therapists see the effects of sedentary life in the form of aches and pains, joint or muscle dysfunction, and injuries from falls or other preventable accidents. We are experts at assessing the musculoskeletal system to address the dysfunctions and adverse health effects created by a sedentary lifestyle. Our therapists will provide a program tailored to your individual needs and educate you on a safe and effective way to resume an active lifestyle. Our focus will include: Identifying your prior level of fitness. This requires ongoing discussions about what your typical day was like when you felt your best. Next, we will determine how much movement you get on a typical day at work, at home, and in the community. Teaching you about the consequences of being sedentary. Education is a crucial component of success. We will show you ways to increase movement in your day and help you make choices that support your well-being. Develop and progress you through specific exercises. Every program is designed based on your needs. Learning how to safely move without injury or pain is a significant part of our physical therapy programs. We use objective measurements to determine the level of strength and fitness and build your program accordingly. It’s Your Body, It’s Your Choice No Doctor Referral Necessary Whether you want to come in for a check-up, suffered a recent injury or want to improve your health, a doctor referral is not needed. In the state of New Jersey, you have direct access to physical therapy! Why not use it!

From start to finish, we’re dedicated to your ongoing well-being. On every level, physical therapy serves to enhance your quality of life. What To Expect In Physical Therapy To be healthy, you need to emphasize movement. When your body is flexible, strong, and mobile, it can perform at its optimal levels. Your physical therapist will assess your particular condition to identify the contributing factors and address all of them. Regardless of the cause of inactivity, physical therapy plays a significant role in helping you get moving again and should be the first step. Your therapist can educate you on how regular physical activity and individualized exercise programs can reduce your pain, prevent the condition from worsening, and improve daily function. In many cases, physical therapy can help you choose specific exercises and design appropriate strengthening exercises that improve your function without aggravating your pain. Your therapist can help you reclaim a healthy lifestyle. If you are looking for assistance in living a more physically active life, call today to schedule an appointment with one of our physical therapists.

Exercise Essentials

Hip Adductor Stretch

Begin in the side lunge position as shown. Your leg should be out to the side and slightly behind you, both feet flat on the floor. Keeping your back straight, lunge deeper to the side until you feel a stretch along the inside of your leg. Hold for 20 seconds and repeat 5 times on each leg.

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