One thing that many of us can take advantage of is when our body is working properly and allows us to do all of the things we want to do. Such as running, working out, hiking, playing with our kids, sports, and day to day life activities. It’s when we start experiencing aches and pains when we do certain activities that we realize how great our bodies really are. When you are experiencing pain or recovering from an injury, you look forward to getting back to your enjoying your life. At Pick PT we want to help you get back to your normal life and back to the activities that you life to do. Our physical therapists are experienced, trained, and have compassion for what you are experiencing. We want to help you get your body to function properly so that you can live life moving!
Idaho Falls Physical Therapy
Reasons You May Go to Physical Therapy
Pain Management
We can help with the management of acute or chronic pain conditions. Our therapists employ various techniques, exercises, and modalities to alleviate pain and improve overall comfort.
Rehabilitation After Surgery
Postoperative rehabilitation is a common reason for seeking physical therapy. Whether recovering from joint replacement, orthopedic surgery, or other procedures, physical therapists create tailored programs to aid in the healing process and restore functionality.
Injury Recovery
Individuals recovering from sports injuries, fractures, sprains, or strains often turn to physical therapy. Our physical therapists design rehabilitation plans to promote healing, prevent further injuries, and optimize the return to physical activities.
Improving Mobility and Flexibility
With our help physical therapy can help enhance mobility and flexibility, addressing issues such as stiffness, joint limitations, or difficulties in movement. This is beneficial for individuals with conditions like arthritis or those looking to improve overall flexibility.
Management of Chronic Conditions
Physical therapy plays a vital role in managing chronic conditions such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, or degenerative disc disease. Therapists work to alleviate symptoms, improve function, and enhance the quality of life for individuals with chronic health issues.
Prevention of Injuries
Engaging in physical therapy proactively can help prevent injuries, especially for individuals involved in sports or physical activities. We can assess biomechanics, identify potential risks, and design exercise programs to enhance strength and prevent injuries.
Neurological Rehabilitation
Individuals with neurological conditions like stroke, multiple sclerosis, or Parkinson’s disease benefit from physical therapy to improve mobility, coordination, and balance. Therapists employ specialized techniques to address neurological challenges.
Postural Improvement
Poor posture can contribute to musculoskeletal issues and discomfort. Physical therapy interventions focus on correcting posture, strengthening supportive muscles, and preventing related problems.
Balance and Coordination Improvement
Physical therapy is instrumental in addressing balance and coordination issues, which can be especially relevant for older adults or individuals recovering from injuries affecting these aspects.
Sports Medicine
Physical therapy can help athletes reach their full athletic potential by preparing and stretching the body to perform in the best and safest way possible. Therapy trains muscles to move correctly and strengthens them to reach full capability. With sports medicine, you can not only rehabilitate an injury, but you can also prevent serious injury from ever occurring.
Prenatal and Postpartum Care
Physical therapy is beneficial for women during pregnancy and postpartum. Therapists address musculoskeletal changes, provide exercises to alleviate discomfort, and assist in recovery after childbirth.
The reasons that are listed above are some of the common reasons that people choose to go to physical therapy but it is not a comprehensive list. There are a lot more reasons that you may find yourself seeking physical therapy to help your body get back to its normal state. If you aren’t sure if we would be able to help you, reach out to our team to see what we can do for you!
What to Expect From Physical Therapy
Once you have made the decision to come to see us at Pick PT, our goal is to make you feel comfortable and confident in your treatment. For whatever reason you are coming to physical therapy, you will see one of our professional and experienced physical therapists. They will work with you to find out what you are experiencing and what you are hoping to achieve. From there they will create a customized plan for you to reach your end goals. Each individual will have a different plan that varies in frequency, exercises, and goals. The plan can be changed at any time if needed.
Choose Pick PT Idaho Falls
There are a lot of things that you can do for your body in order to keep it healthy and functioning to the best of its abilities. But there is still a chance that at some point in your life, you will experience some type of health concerns. Whether it is an injury, surgery, body pain, sports medicine, or anything else that your body may experience, it can be truly frustrating and overwhelming. At Pick PT, we are ready to help you get through any of those unfortunate situations. Our physical therapists are experienced, skilled, and knowledgeable when it comes to the body and the way it recovers. We want to help you on your way to recovery and guide you through the process. If you have any questions about how we can help you, call us to see how we are able to help you. Our goal is to get you feeling good again so you can live life moving!
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(208) 534-7001
Fax: 208-534-7002
Email: patientservices@pickpt.com
2277 E Lincoln Rd
Idaho Falls, ID 83401
Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-6:30pm
921 S Utah Ave
Idaho Falls, ID 83401
Hours: Mon, Wed, & Fri 7am-6pm
Tues & Thurs 8am-12pm
3155 Channing Way D
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
Hours: Mon & Weds 7am-7pm
Tues & Thurs 8am-12pm
Fri 7am-6pm