Therapeutic Exercises
Therapeutic Exercises
Therapeutic exercises cover a range of categories, depending on the goals and specific condition being treated:
- Strengthening Exercises: These exercises target specific muscles or groups to build strength, often using body weight, resistance bands, or weights. Stronger muscles support joints and can prevent future injuries. Flexibility and
- Flexibility and Stretching Exercises: These help improve range of motion and reduce muscle stiffness, which can alleviate pain and promote functional movement. Static and dynamic stretching exercises may be used based on the needs of the individual.
- Balance and Proprioception Exercises: Balance exercises enhance stability and body awareness (proprioception), which can reduce the risk of falls or injuries, especially in older adults or those recovering from lower-body injuries.
- Endurance and Aerobic Exercises: Aerobic exercises, like walking, cycling, or using a treadmill, improve cardiovascular health and build endurance. They help patients return to daily activities without easily tiring and support long-term health.
- Neuromuscular Re-Education: These exercises retrain the body to perform movements safely and correctly. Neuromuscular exercises are particularly beneficial for those recovering from neurological injuries, surgeries, or repetitive strain injuries.
- Functional Exercises: Functional exercises mimic everyday activities or specific movements that a person needs for work, sports, or daily living, like squatting, lifting, or reaching. These exercises help the patient regain the strength and coordination needed for specific tasks.
Benefits of Therapeutic Exercise:
Therapeutic exercises provide a range of benefits, including:
- Pain Reduction: Exercise can alleviate pain by strengthening surrounding muscles, reducing stress on joints, and promoting the release of endorphins.
Improved Mobility and Range of Motion: Targeted exercises help to loosen tight tissues and improve flexibility, allowing for better movement. - Injury Prevention: By strengthening muscles and improving body mechanics, therapeutic exercises reduce the likelihood of re-injury.
- Enhanced Recovery: Exercises tailored to each phase of recovery help ensure that healing progresses while preventing complications like stiffness or weakness.
Therapeutic exercise is often combined with other treatments like manual therapy or modalities (e.g., ultrasound, heat) for optimal recovery and is adjusted over time to meet each patient’s evolving needs and goals.
What Makes Orion Physical Therapy Different
1-on-1
One-on-One For A Full Hour With Your Doctor of Physical Therapy, Every Visit
To ensure that you are getting the highest quality of care. Every session will be one on one with a doctor of PT. No aids, no techs. Just individualized care for you with your doctor.
Accessibility
24 Hour Response Time
We are 100% committed to your recovery. Throughout your rehab process your therapist will always be accessible for any questions you may have.
Wholistic Care
You're More Than A Diagnosis
At Orion Physical Therapy we take a look at the whole body. We are aware that the location of your pain is not always the cause. Not only do we improve your pain and reduce your symptoms, but we address the root cause of the issue and work to make your body more resilient in order to prevent further injuries.
Cost Transparency
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Unlike many physical therapy clinics- you won’t get any bills months following finishing PT. With Orion Physical Therapy you will never be surprised by a bill you were not anticipating.
Relatability
We Understand the Demands of Your Life and/or Sport
We walk the talk! As physical therapists who exercise and participate in a large variety of activities/sports ourselves we understand what it takes. While many physicians and physical therapists will simply tell you to stop your desired activity we understand that avoiding the things that you enjoy most because of an injury is no way to live. Because of our background we know the importance of keeping you in the activities you love and we find ways to modify your training so you can stay in your sport throughout the rehab process.
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