Do you suffer from a painful orthopedic condition such as spinal stenosis or osteoarthritis? Many think surgical intervention is the only way they’ll ever find relief. However, you have another option: physical therapy at Beyond Therapy and Wellness!
There’s no denying that surgery is a significant decision–and one that brings with it several risks, including blood clots, infections, and more. That’s why most doctors will encourage you to consider your options before booking a surgeon. For orthopedic concerns, that means looking to physical therapy.
In fact, physical therapy is actually a frontline treatment for several musculoskeletal conditions, from arthritis to ligament injuries, meaning you absolutely should try it first! Regular physical therapy treatments can help delay your surgery–and, in some cases, avoid it altogether.
If you feel you may be on the path to needing surgery, don’t hesitate to give our team a call. We’ll provide specific information about how our physical therapists can help you avoid or delay surgery.
Conditions That Respond Well to Physical Therapy
People opt for surgery to reduce pain and improve their functionality and mobility. The good news is that physical therapy can do exactly that for several different musculoskeletal conditions, including the following:
Osteoarthritis:
People with severe osteoarthritis often resort to total joint replacements to address their symptoms. But if you can begin physical therapy early on, you can slow the condition’s progression.
Partial Ligament Tears:
While a full ligament tear typically requires surgical intervention, less severe ligament injuries respond well to physical therapy.
Spinal Stenosis:
This condition causes a painful narrowing in the spinal column, but you can manage your pain and mobility restrictions with gentle, targeted exercise.
Degenerative Disc Disease:
A common side effect of aging, physical therapy is more beneficial for treating DDD than surgery in most cases.
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.
At Beyond Therapy and Wellness, our physical therapists tailor treatment plans based on your condition, health status, and goals. Here’s why physical therapy can be a smarter choice:
Lower Costs:
- Surgery involves hospital stays, anesthesia, and extended rehabilitation costs.
- Physical therapy offers effective care at a fraction of the cost. Studies estimate surgery can cost at least twice as much per year compared to physical therapy.
Less Downtime:
- Surgery requires weeks or months of recovery.
- Physical therapy promotes gradual progress without invasive procedures, helping you return to daily life faster.
Decreased Risks:
- Surgery comes with risks like blood clots, infections, and reliance on pain medications.
- Physical therapy provides non-invasive, drug-free pain relief with minimal risks.
Improved Long-Term Outcomes:
- Early physical therapy strengthens muscles, improves mobility, and supports joint health, leading to better long-term results.
Why Physical Therapy Saves You More Than Time
Beyond health benefits, physical therapy significantly reduces overall expenses. Here’s how:
Fewer Complications:
No surgical risks mean fewer unexpected costs.
Shorter Recovery Periods:
Time off work is reduced, lowering indirect expenses.
No Need for Post-Surgical Therapy:
Since physical therapy is part of your primary care plan, you won’t need additional rehabilitation.
Stay Active for Better Results
Starting physical therapy early provides the best chance to avoid surgery. Our team will develop an exercise plan tailored to your lifestyle, helping you stay active and healthy. Consistent movement is essential, especially for degenerative conditions. If surgery becomes necessary later, your body will already be stronger, leading to a faster recovery.
If you have a painful musculoskeletal condition, don’t resort to surgery – visit Beyond Therapy and Wellness first to find out if physical therapy might be a better solution for you. Call us today to get started.
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- 1 cup lemon juice
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- 2 tbsp snipped fresh basil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
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- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 5 cups shredded romaine lettuce
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Spring Is Running Season! Are You In Your Best Shape?
Are you looking forward to starting running again after a long winter? At Beyond Therapy and Wellness, our therapists understand running injuries, and we will make sure you run pain-free this spring!
Runners are often misled into believing unproven solutions to avoiding pain and injury. Not many people know that the number-one risk factor for runners to sustain an injury is having had an injury in the last 12 months.
The other most common risk factors are:
- Running experience of 0–2 years
- Restarting running after extended rest
- Overtraining (i.e., more than 40 miles per week)
To ensure you can get back to running or increasing your mileage without pain or injury, start with an injury evaluation and a biomechanical assessment to identify any factors that could contribute to pain or injury.
Our therapists will take a thorough history to understand your training schedule, previous injuries, and overall health status. We use this information to create an individualized program to alleviate pain and get you back to running without limits.
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