What should a person expect from physical therapy?
A person starting physical therapy should expect a thorough evaluation of the neuromuscular system in order to find the cause of the problem. Based on this evaluation, a comprehensive plan of care should be initiated to address these issues. Treatment options may include joint mobilization, traditional stretching, neuromuscular treatment strategies and or modalities. Treatment should be active with the involvement and movement of the patient. Physical Therapy is not just passive with the use of modalities (Hot Pack, Ultrasound, and Massage) only. A patient should expect to see improvements. A good Physical Therapist will reassess progress and make adjustments to treatment plans based on new findings. Also, therapy is generally a limited number of visits with the ultimate goal being discharge and return to function. It is not based on principles which dictate a need to return on a habitual basis for an infinite amount of time. We foster patient independence, and discharge patients with
