Manual Therapy – A Hands-On Approach to Pain Relief
Get Started on the Right Path Toward Natural, Safe, and Effective Pain Relief
Are you suffering from pain as a result of injury, illness, or surgical procedure? If so, it is likely that you would benefit from manual physical therapy at Evidence PT in Glenn Dale, Clinton and Laurel, MD. If you are apprehensive, let us ease your mind a bit:
We receive many first-time physical therapy patients who come in thinking their treatments will be painful, uncomfortable, or even agonizing due to the condition they are in. However, that is not the case at all! Our skilled physical therapists use manual therapy techniques that are meant to relieve your pain, while simultaneously improving your body’s function.
How can manual therapy benefit me?
Our physical therapists are highly trained in diagnosing and treating movement disorders. These disorders often occur following surgery, especially if you have undergone total joint replacement. However, many physicians will also prescribe physical therapy treatments for injuries, accidents, or illnesses – essentially, anything that makes you feel weak and unable to function normally.
Your treatment plan will likely include several different therapies, all aimed at helping a specific function of your body. Some exercises may focus on improving your balance and strength, while others may focus on increasing your range of motion. Manual therapy is a crucial part of any treatment plan, as it helps to reduce pain and swelling, minimize inflammation, and increase range of motion.
How safe is manual therapy?
In a word – very! One of the greatest aspects of manual therapy is that it is non-invasive. It also doesn’t require any harmful medications. Instead, our physical therapists use a variety of techniques that help move your tendons, ligaments, and joints in ways that relieve pain and promote healing. They also help in reducing scar tissue and minimizing swelling.
Our Glenn Dale, Clinton and Laurel, MD physical therapists are highly trained medical professionals who understand the limitations of your body, as well as its capabilities. In fact, many patients notice significant pain relief and improvement in mobility after just one session of manual therapy!
Manual therapy – what is it?
Manual therapy is just one tool in a physical therapist’s kit that allows them to mobilize stiff joints and soft tissue. This specialized form of treatment helps in reducing swelling, decreasing restriction, mobilizing joints, and increasing your range of motion. Our physical therapists have received extensive training in specialized manual therapy techniques from a wide variety of schools and instructors.
The many different types of physical therapy
Manual therapy techniques may include, but are not limited to:
Manual traction
Mobilization
Soft Tissue Massage
Get started today!
If you are interested in gaining the many benefits of manual therapy, contact us today at our Glenn Dale, Clinton or Laurel, MD physical therapy clinic to request an appointment with Evidence Physical Therapy today! Our dedicated physical therapists will be happy to meet with you and get you moving once again.
We serve our professional range of services in these nearby areas of Glenn Dale, MD location like Bowie, Crofton, New Carrollton, Lanham, Hyattsville, Greenbelt, Seabrook, Glenarden, Springdale Largo, Landover, Capital Heights Upper Marlboro, College Park, Beltsville, Mitchellville, Riverdale, Hyattsville, Laurel, Queens Anne Estate, Lake Arbor, Cheverly, Bladensburg.
We also serve our professional range of services in these nearby areas of Clinton, MD location like Camp Springs, Joint Base Andrew, District Height, Forestville, Temple Hills, Brandywine, Waldorf, Oxon Hill, Fort Washington, Friendly, Accokeek, Capitol Heights, Suitland, Upper Marlboro, Marlow Heights, Rosaryville, Croom, Cheltenham, Piscataway, Morningside.
Your Next Steps…
- Request An Appointment
- Receive A Custom Treatment Plan
- Work Hard and Progress In Your Recovery
- Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!
