WHY SURGERY DOESN’T HAVE TO BE YOUR ONLY OPTION
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That said, seeking physical therapy treatment sooner rather than later is essential — this is especially true for degenerative conditions such as osteoarthritis. It’s also essential you keep active outside of our clinic. Many of these conditions benefit from regular movement, so you’ll want to find an exercise program that suits your needs (something our therapists can help you with). And if you do wind up needing surgery down the road, you’ll already be prepared for your rehabilitation after the procedure! Skip The Knife; Try Physical Therapy Instead If you have a painful musculoskeletal condition, don’t resort to surgery – visit Highland Physical Therapy first
• Herniated Discs: This is another condition that physical therapy can generally resolve more easily than surgery. Physical Therapy vs. Surgery: Here’s What We Can Offer The exact details of your physical therapy treatment will vary based on several factors, including the condition or injury, your current health status, and your overall goals. Our team will work closely with you to develop a customized plan that meets your needs. Generally speaking, we’ll begin with an extensive evaluation to help us get to the root of your discomfort. From there, we’ll pull from several different techniques to help you manage pain, eliminate restrictions in your range of motion, and improve your overall function. Ultimately, our goal is the same as any orthopedic surgery: to help you live a rich, active lifestyle, free from pain and immobility. However, we can do it with a few extra benefits: • Lower Costs: Surgeries are far more expensive than physical therapy. Comparisons in prices estimate that surgery costs at least $2 per year for every $1 spent on physical therapy. • Less Time: Surgery is a highly invasive procedure that requires lengthy rehabilitation. Healing alone typically takes several weeks, and it can take up to a year before you’ve fully rehabilitated — during which time you’ll be doing extensive physical therapy anyway. Why not skip the extra step? • Decreased Risks: Surgery brings a host of medical risks, from blood clots to dependency on painkillers. Because physical therapy is non- invasive, the risk is minimal (especially compared to surgery). It also offers drug-free pain relief options.
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EXERCISE ESSENTIALS Chair Plank Start by standing in front of a chair. Place your forearms on the chair and step your feet back, lowering your hips until your body is in a straight line with your abdominals braced. Hold for 30 seconds.
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