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Why Regular Physical Therapy Can Improve Athletic Performance

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If you’re an athlete, sports injuries will be part and parcel of your life. For example, it’s reported that shin splints account for roughly 10-15% of all running injuries. Injuries to the knee joint and nearby tissues are also quite common among runners. Every athlete may face adductor contractures, sport’s hernias, muscle cramps, strains, and sprains, etc., at some point in their life.

 

a man after a sports injury rehab in Thomson, GA

However, regular physical therapy in Thomson, GA, can help you maintain range of motion, rebuild strength, and help you when you’re actively recovering from an injury. Let’s see why it can improve your athletic performance! [Read more…] about Why Regular Physical Therapy Can Improve Athletic Performance

What to Expect at Your First Physical Therapy Appointment

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a senior man on a treadmill with a therapist for a physical exam

 

So you’ve finally decided to get physical therapy and schedule your first appointment at a physical therapy clinic. If so, our team of physical therapy specialists is ready to help you regain your strength and improve your health!

To ensure that you get the smoothest experience during the initial evaluation, we’ve answered some frequently asked questions, so you know what to expect and how best to prepare. [Read more…] about What to Expect at Your First Physical Therapy Appointment

The Benefits of Physical Therapy After a Car Accident

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a car accident victim in physical therapy

About three million people in the United States sustain non-fatal injuries in motor vehicle crashes every year, according to the CDC. The severity of the injury can vary significantly from minor scrapes and bruises to more serious problems such as whiplash, broken bones, herniated discs, and damage to internal organs. To make matters worse, many people are unable to feel the muscle or joint pain immediately because they are in a state of shock after the accident.

Regardless of the severity of the injury, the pain can interfere with your daily activities and lower your quality of life over time. It’s tempting to brush aside the pain as temporary, but that will likely make matters worse.

If you’re experiencing musculoskeletal pain after an auto accident, you should visit your primary care doctor or an orthopedist to determine whether you need physical therapy.

Some of the benefits you’ll get from working with a physical therapy specialist include:

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