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Elite PT_PT Can Help After Surgery

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PT CAN HELP AFTER SURGERY

As tempting as it might be to rest and lay low following your surgery, you need to start working on your rehabilitation as soon as you can to avoid complications or health issues. Physical therapy offers a safe, professionally supervised plan for doing just that. Research shows that patients who undergo physical therapy are better at balancing, getting out of chairs, climbing stairs, and walking than patients who received standard post-operative care. Your personalized physical therapy plan may consist of: • Training on assistive devices: Your physical therapy regimen can include using assistive devices like canes, crutches, and walkers safely and efficiently. • Manual therapy: Massage therapy boosts blood flow, reduces scar tissue formation, and drains swelling following surgery. Joint Mobilizations are used to facilitate improving joint range of motion. • Modalities include ultrasound, laser, e-stim, and Infrared therapy: Therapeutic modalities boost blood flow and reduce post-operative pain/ stiffness. • Heat and cold treatments: Applications of heat or cold can help control post- operative swelling and relieve pain. • Compression therapy: Mechanical pneumatic devices minimize and/or reduce post-operative swelling and assist the healing process. • Range of motion exercises: Exercises to restore your range of motion help your new joint function correctly but also for helping to prevent adhesions. • Strengthening: Strength training helps rebuild weakened or atrophied muscles. • Balance and coordination: Neuromuscular re-education exercises can help you regain joint stability and functional movements. In addition to scheduling your post-operative physical therapy regimen in advance, you may also want to give serious thought to pre-operative physical rehabilitation or “pre-hab.” Patients who pursue physical therapy before and after surgery show better function than those who don’t. In addition, physical therapy has been shown to improve overall health and well-being and has few if any side effects. Call today to schedule an appointment Call Elite Physical Therapy to discuss your recent or upcoming operation and schedule your rehabilitation today!

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Elite Physical Therapy took part in the One Ivy 5K. Ivy Rehab Network raised over $19,000 for children and families battling pediatric cancer at Roc Solid Foundation!

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“After working with my Elite Physical Therapist, I can confidently say that my condition has improved. Every staff member I encountered at Elite Physical Therapy was highly professional, courteous, kind, patient and proficient in their specialized abilities. Elite Physical Therapy has consistently exemplified outstanding work and they truly deserve the name “Elite Physical Therapy.” I will come again in the future if I ever need more Physical Therapy.” — Elite PT Patient

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Summer Golfing Tips

Have you been looking forward to golf season all year? If you’re an avid golfer, the last thing you want is for an injury to take you out of commission.

At Elite Physical Therapy, our physical therapists are highly trained movement experts who can help you prevent injury. And before you see us, there are many things you can do on your own to protect yourself from the possibility of a painful injury.

Did you know that most golf injuries are caused by poor swing mechanics, poor core strength, or an improper warm-up? Adjusting your golf swing can be hugely beneficial and make this sport much easier on the body. Maintaining proper posture throughout your swing is critical for preventing injuries. You should stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, rotated slightly outward, and your knees slightly bent. It’s also important to keep a relatively straight spine. Make sure to avoid hunching over the ball, as this can cause neck and back strain. Be mindful of how aggressively you swing at the ball. Swinging the club too hard or too fast can put strain on your joints. Take a nice, easy swing at the ball. Not only will this help prevent injury, but it will also improve your game with a consistent swing tempo! If you’re searching for more ways to improve your swing this season, contact Elite Physical Therapy today. Our team can examine your posture and recommend improvements to lessen your risk of injury and increase your skill. See you out on the course!

Exercise Essentials Try this simple exercise to help you feel better!

If you experience any difficulty or limitation, contact an Elite Physical Therapist who can help you.

SINGLE KNEE TO CHEST STRETCH

While lying on your back, hold your knee and gently pull it up towards your chest. Hold for 20 seconds and repeat on each leg.

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