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What is Physical Therapy?

October 26, 2021 | Tips & Trends
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By: Allison R. Weder

Everyone will likely need physical therapy (PT) some time in their life. However, many people don’t realize a Physical Therapist can help with many things beyond joint pain and rehabilitation after surgery. Take the time to learn about the four major ways PT can help you.

 Manage Pain

Chronic pain is a major issue for people worldwide. It stops us from doing the things we want to do and enjoying time with the people we love. Physical therapy can help relieve that pain and our expertly trained Physical Therapists can teach you how to resolve that pain on your own for years to come. If you have pain in your back, neck, hand, joint pain, or headaches a Physical Therapist may be able to help eliminate that pain without surgery or medication.

Improve Mobility, Movement and Balance

Are you struggling to navigate stairs? Or maybe you are not as flexible as you used to be. Physical Therapists understand the mechanics of body movement and can address your weakness and strength issues with an individualized exercise plan. They can focus on fixing the problem by looking at the underlying cause to address the issue long-term, not just temporarily.

Recover From Injury, Trauma, or Surgery

Auto accident? Ankle sprain? Hip Replacement? Our Physical Therapists can help get you back to life quickly. No one expects a sudden injury, but it’s good to know there are highly skilled clinicians who know just what you need to fully recover. Your recovery plan will be tailored to your specific injury and adjustments will be made as you progress. And our pre-surgical, prehabilitation program gives you the tools you need to recovery confidently and quickly after your elective procedure.

Manage Diseases, Conditions or Age-related Medical Issues

Our Physical Therapists specialize in treating patients with specific diseases and conditions. They can help with pelvic floor conditions, neurological conditions, carpal tunnel, arthritis, diabetes, Parkinson’s Disease and so much more. They successfully help patients restore mobility and strength when recovering from COVID-19 and they can help the aging population maintain their independence by addressing pain, osteoporosis, balance conditions and fall risk issues.

If you’d like to learn more or stop by to see our therapists in action, call the clinic location nearest you.

The entire Phoenix Physical Therapy Team is committed to providing our patients with quality physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy in a safe and healthy clinic environment. We continue to follow the guidance provided by the CDC, WHO and public health officials to update you as new information becomes available. Let’s work together to keep each other safe and healthy.

The safety of our patients, communities and team members remains our top priority. We know you have a choice in your care providers and appreciate your commitment to Phoenix and our qualified clinicians.

Here are the actions we have taken to keep our patients, communities and team healthy & safe:

  • Flexible scheduling allows for social distancing
  • Regular cleaning and sanitation of all clinic surfaces
  • Facemasks must be worn by all Phoenix staff and are recommended for all patients
  • Screening questionnaire and temperature checks prior to entering clinics
  • 6 feet of social distancing throughout the clinics

Keeping Our Clinics Safe

Here are some tips on how we can keep each other safe:

  • Handwashing is your best self-defense against the spread of germs. When soap and water are not available and hands are not visibly dirty, use at least a 60% alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
  • Please stay home if you are not feeling well, especially if you have a fever, are coughing or sneezing, or are experiencing shortness of breath. If a patient shows up with symptoms, the clinic team will work with them to reschedule.
  • Be vigilant. If you have traveled to any of the countries where there are outbreaks of the virus, please follow guidance from the CDC website and our Travel Guidelines.

Here are actions we are taking to keep our clinics clean and safe:

  • Equipment will be wiped down after EVERY use with antibacterial wipes/sprays
  • All surfaces that patients or staff may touch including door handles, countertops, seating, pens at sign-in, bathroom and all other common areas will be disinfected regularly
  • Treatment tables will be 6 feet apart
  • Team members will wash their hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, particularly after going to the bathroom, before eating, and after blowing their nose, coughing or sneezin
  • Clinics will have hand sanitizer available at the front desk and in the treatment areas
  • Any Phoenix team members who are ill will be asked to stay home
  • We will maintain social distancing between patients in the clinic
  • Caregivers that are bringing a patient to the clinic should wait in their car or come back when the appointment has ended unless necessary (i.e. minor requiring a guardian or for assistance needs)
  • When possible, we will treat patients in private rooms to increase social distancing
  • Any patients that have underlying health issues (i.e. diabetes, respiratory problems, etc.) will be given the option to be seen during special clinic hours or can opt to be treated in a private room away from other clinicians and patients
  • All patients should be self-screening before entering the clinic. Our PCCs will perform a secondary screening during the check-in process and before patients enter the clinic including a screening questionnaire and temperature check.
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