Howard: Fix An Aching Back & Shoulders

TREATING UPPER EXTREMITY INJURIES IN THE YOUNG ATHLETE Is your child athletic? Sports require repetitive throwing and swinging motions that can lead to upper extremity injuries with time. Such injuries are common in athletes, and they can affect the hand, arm, elbow, or shoulder. Fortunately, at Howard Orthotics & Prosthetics, we can provide the necessary treatments to ensure a safe recovery. and promoting healing. Our physical therapists incorporate specialized methods into their treatment plans as needed, such as manual therapy, ice and heat therapies, or ultrasound. They also provide patients with light stretching and exercise plans, in order to improve their range of motion and overall function in the affected area.

The overall goal of physical therapy is healing and prevention. In addition to treating the injury, our physical therapists will help strengthen the affected area, in order to prevent additional injury from occurring. Our physical therapists will also provide your child with helpful warm- up and cool-down techniques for his or her sport, in order to lower their risk of sustaining another injury. If your child has developed an injury in the hand, arm, elbow, or shoulder, contact us today to schedule a consultation. We’ll help diagnose the issue and get your child started on the path toward recovery and returning to the beloved sport!

How will physical therapy help an upper extremity injury? At Howard Orthotics & Prosthetics, we’ll conduct a thorough evaluation to diagnose your child’s upper extremity injury. Afterward, one of our dedicated physical therapists will design a personalized treatment plan based on the specific needs of the diagnosis and the symptoms that your child is experiencing. We are happy to say that we also offer preventative screening and sports performance enhancement programs, designed to teach your child the techniques he or she needs in order to prevent further injury in the future. Our treatment methods are conservative and non-invasive, aimed at relieving pain Does your brace or prosthesis Need a Tune Up? • Consult with our experts • Review your problem • Receive Recommendations on relieving your pain and improving motion

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