Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Orthopedic patients are treated utilizing a combination of the following treatment techniques:
- Manual Therapy to include Manual Trigger Point Therapy, Trigger Point Dry Needling (see below for more information), Spine and Joint Mobilization, Soft Tissue Mobilization, Therapeutic Massage, Thai Massage, Neural Tissue Mobilization, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular facilitation (PNF), Therapeutic Taping Techniques, Active Isolated Stretching (AIS)
- Therapeutic Exercise to include postural training, functional exercise, home exercise programs, bodyweight training, sport-specific exercise and stretching programs, Yoga and Pilates-based exercise, Total Joint Replacement exercise programs
- Patient Education to include teaching in proper posture and body mechanics, self stretching techniques, symptom management techniques, energy conservation training, home and workplace modifications, and healthy lifestyle choices