ARTHRITIS AND PHYSICAL THERAPY
Whatever type of arthritis you may be suffering from, physical therapy can play an important role. It can also help you avoid the need for harmful pain-management drugs or invasive surgical correction. It is common that the muscles used to support the knees, hips, and lower back may become weakened from inactivity, due to the pains of arthritis. At Achieva Rehab, we’ll prescribe targeted, easy-to-do exercises that we will walk you through at home, in order to help your muscles regain their strength. This will help provide greater support to the joints and reduce inflammation.
a fall-related injury. Furthermore, these exercises can be continued from the comfort of your own home, even after your in-home sessions with one of our licensed physical therapists have ended. If you or a loved one has been suffering from arthritis, you are not alone. The first step toward finding relief is to contact Achieva Rehab today, to speak with a member of our team about our in-home treatment options. We can help you improve your mobility, comfort, and quality of life. Confirm your appointment today and get started on our comfortable, effective, and convenient in-home treatment plans.
The exercises we prescribe will also help improve your balance and coordination, thus relieving any abnormal strain on the joint(s) and decreasing your risk of sustaining
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While on your back as shown below, keep your knee straightandliftyourlegupwhileleavingtheotherfoot flat on the surfacewith knee bent. Hold for 3 seconds and repeat 10 times.
Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.
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