Using prescribed exercises, we work with patients to create a tailor-made program that addresses their pain points. Our physical therapists in Austin, TX educate our patients on what exercises to do, how to do them, why they are beneficial, and how to establish a routine they can follow on their own at home.
Using prescribed exercises, we work with patients to create a tailor-made program that addresses their pain points. Our physical therapists in Austin, TX educate our patients on what exercises to do, how to do them, why they are beneficial, and how to establish a routine they can follow on their own at home.
The first objective of therapeutic exercise is to help the body reduce pain and inflammation. We tackle this objective by conducting a thorough evaluation of your physical capabilities through your medical history and a quick physical assessment, all done in the comfort of your home or office.
Next, we create a custom treatment care plan as part of your Home Health PT that builds a slowly-progressing exercise program that addresses your needs. We then monitor your progress, assist with the exercises, and modify your plan as you recover. Once we achieve this, we create an exercise program that is focused on regaining your range of motion while rebuilding muscle strength and endurance.
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There are an unlimited amount of benefits to therapeutic exercise, but the BIGGEST benefit is that it helps you get back to your life without pain!
Physical therapy is an important part of health care, and therapeutic exercises are a key component of it. Physical therapists can help you improve your mobility, strength, and overall physical function. By understanding the different kinds of exercises available to you, you can make sure you get the most out of your physical therapy sessions.
Passive range of motion (PROM) involves the therapist passively moving the patient’s joint through its full range of motion. PROM helps to improve joint mobility, reduce pain, and increase flexibility. The therapist will typically use their hands to move the joint in all directions, or they may use equipment such as an exercise ball or pulleys. This type of exercise is often used for patients who have recently undergone surgery or have limited mobility due to injury or illness. It is important to note that PROM should not be painful and should only be done under the guidance of a qualified physical therapist.
Active range of motion (AROM) exercises are a type of physical therapy used to improve joint flexibility, strength and coordination. These exercises involve actively moving the body’s joints through their full range of motion with the assistance of a physical therapist. This type of exercise is beneficial for increasing the range of motion of a joint, reducing pain and muscle stiffness, increasing blood flow, and improving mobility. AROM exercises can also help improve coordination and balance by training the muscles around the joints to move in a smooth, coordinated manner. Examples of AROM exercises include using a resistance band to perform stretching exercises, performing arm circles or ankle pumps, or using a foam roller to massage out tight muscles.
These exercises can be done with weights, bands, or just the patient’s own body weight. They target specific muscles and are designed to improve muscular strength and coordination. Examples of strengthening exercises include squats, lunges, planks, and crunches. Therapists may also use electrical stimulation to help patients contract their muscles and encourage strength building. Strengthening exercises should be done in a slow and controlled manner so as not to injure the patient or cause further harm. With proper guidance and instruction, these exercises can help patients improve their strength and build a foundation for a healthier lifestyle.
Balance and coordination exercises involve activities that help the body to develop neuromuscular control and coordination. Examples of these activities include standing on one leg for a set period of time, walking on an uneven surface, or using a therapy ball to practice balance and coordination skills. These exercises also help to improve proprioception, which is the body’s ability to sense where it is in space. The goal of balance and coordination exercises is to improve posture, reduce risk of falls, and increase overall strength and stability. It is important to remember that these exercises should be done under the supervision of a physical therapist as there is always a risk of injury when performing them.
An expert physical therapist will determine which category of exercises is best for you as well as which mix of individual activities will work to help you strengthen your muscles and overcome the pain you have been experiencing. If you are interested in physical therapy, schedule your free discovery session today!
These are exercises prescribed by one of our physical therapists in Austin, Texas to help increase your range of motion and decrease your pain/inflammation.
During your first mobile physical therapy visit, one of our PTs will come to your home or office and conduct a quick physical exam/test to determine what the best method of treatment is for your pain.
During your first visit, a physical therapist will determine the root of your pain and create a custom treatment plan to overcome it. After that initial visit, your PT will walk you through the exercises, prescribe some exercises to do between appointments on your own, and continuously add new exercises to increase your range of motion and decrease your pain.
There are TONS, but the main benefits are to increase your range of motion, which will decrease your pain and inflammation.
Anyone that’s suffering from pain caused by movement!
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