The simple definition of chronic pain is pain that has been present for greater than 12 weeks. However, it can be more complex than that, and the best way to understand chronic pain is to learn about its cousin: acute pain. Acute pain is pain that comes on suddenly and lasts for...
Most Common Therapies
While every clinic has a few go-to treatments, great physical therapy professionals are always on the hunt for new methods that will improve outcomes and increase clinic efficiency. From traditional exercises to cutting-edge modalities, PTs know there isn’t always one “right” way to treat a patient — and the best physical therapy...
What Physical Therapists Do
Physical therapists help injured or ill people improve movement and manage pain. They are often an important part of preventive care, rehabilitation, and treatment for patients with chronic conditions, illnesses, or injuries. Duties Physical therapists typically do the following: Review patients’ medical history and referrals or notes from doctors, surgeons,...