If you’ve recently had a change in health, whether from an injury
or a surgical procedure, physical therapy can help provide you with some
much-needed pain relief and healing. Similarly, physical therapists (PTs)
are movement system experts that can promote movement, decrease risk for
injury and improve a patient’s qualify of life.
Inactivity can lead to weakness, stiff joints, and poor circulation. Physical
therapists work with patients to establish a plan of care that fits the
patient’s specific needs to address the symptoms impacting their
life and help patient’s get back to what they want to be doing.
Improving quality of life for patients is the key focus of physical therapy,
and our therapists at Shannon are here for you.
To learn more about your options for physical therapy in San Angelo, give
us a call at
325.747.2240.
Rehabilitative Physical Therapy Following Surgery
Many surgeons will refer patients to a physical therapist following a procedure.
If you are planning to undergo an operation, physical therapy could help
aid in a speedier recovery. The body naturally loses strength after going
through inactivity following a surgical procedure. A physical therapist
will work with you to provide a specific therapy plan of care to help
you regain your strength and get you back to what you want to do.
While rest is an important aspect of recovery, early mobility can ease
the body back into gaining normal function. The overall goal of rehabilitative
physical therapy is to promote the natural healing process of the body
after an operation, so you can get back to your normal daily routines
and live life comfortably once again.
Physical Therapy for Chronic Conditions
Chronic pain is defined as mild, moderate, or severe pain that persists for three months
or longer and present after tissue should have healed. This can occur
as a result of either an injury or an ongoing condition and can cause
the processing of pain to be altered.
A physical therapist can help you restore function and provide pain relief
for a variety of conditions, including, but not limited to:
Arthritis
Neck/back pain
Shoulder pain
Fibromyalgia
Pain following injuries / surgeries
Tendinitis
Bursitis
Osteoporosis
Sciatica
Degenerative diseases
And more
Consult with a Shannon physical therapist to discuss how our
San Angelo healthcare services may help with your specific condition. Physical therapists are movement
experts, meaning they are experienced and knowledgeable in addressing
a wide variety of conditions for a wide variety of patients.
Common Types of Physical Therapy Treatments
A physical therapist has many tools to treat pain and movement issues,
based on your condition, symptoms and medical needs. These may include,
but are not limited to:
Manual therapy
Traction
Dry needling
Patient education
Your physical therapist will begin with an examination to assess your condition
and review your medical history. From there, an individualized treatment
plan will be designed for you, based on what your physical therapist deems
most effective for your recovery.
Holistic Treatments to Promote Healing
Our mission as Shannon physical therapists is to help you recover and return
to daily life as quickly as possible. Your physical therapist will work
with you to discuss your functional goals and will create a projected
timeline for helping you achieve those goals.
You may be referred to our physical therapy center by your
San Angelo primary care physician, or you can seek services on your own by contacting one of our orthopedic
locations below:
If you are in need of San Angelo physical therapy services, our Shannon
physical therapists are here for you! Consult with a PT today to get started
on the first steps of your treatment plan.
