Starting physical therapy can feel intimidating. Many patients arrive at their first appointment with questions, concerns, and sometimes even misconceptions about what physical therapy actually involves. Some worry they’ll be pushed through painful exercises. Others assume they’ll receive a quick fix for a problem that’s been bothering them for years. The reality is often very […]
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If you’ve never been to physical therapy, you might imagine a cold gym with people doing strange exercises. Or you might think it’s only for athletes or car accident victims. The truth is much simpler. Physical therapy (PT) helps people move better and feel less pain. It’s for everyone – from office workers with stiff necks […]
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Physical therapy can change your life. It helps people recover from injuries, avoid surgery, and live without pain. Yet many people avoid physical therapy because they’ve heard scary or misleading things. Maybe you’ve heard: “Physical therapy is too painful.” Or “My doctor has to refer me first.” These are myths – and they’re keeping you from getting the […]