In honor of National Physical Therapy Month, AthletiCo would like to recognize all of our Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants for their dedication to representing and promoting the field of physical therapy.  AthletiCo is dedicated to helping patients make the most out of their physical therapy experience, and patient education is an important step in the rehabilitation process.  If you are in need of physical therapy or know someone who is undergoing rehabilitation and want to learn more about the physical therapy process, here is some information to help you along.  If you ever experience pain or discomfort or have any other questions regarding your physical therapy experience, please call our toll-free injury hotline at 1-877-ATHLETICO.

What to expect from your physical therapist

Physical therapists are highly trained health care professionals who treat and diagnose patients who have health-related conditions that may limit their mobility and affect their day-to-day living activities.  Working with a licensed physical therapist aids patients in returning to optimal health.

Physical Therapy techniques may include:

• Stretching to reduce stress on joints
• Manual therapy to improve or maintain range of motion
• Modalities such as Ultrasound, Electrical Simulation, Heat and/or Cold therapy to relieve pain or improve blood circulation to the muscles and other soft tissues
• Exercise to strengthen muscles and to improve coordination, balance, and endurance
• Postural re-education
  
  

Types of conditions physical therapists treat  Sports and performance injuries Work-related injuries Women’s health and pregnancy issues Hand trauma and upper extremity injuries Muscle strains and sprains Back and neck pain Shoulder and elbow injuries Hip and knee injuries Ankle and foot injuries Overuse injuries Dizziness and balance deficits

Types of rehabilitative services AthletiCo provides

• Orthopedic Rehabilitation
• Physical Therapy
• Work Rehabilitation
• Occupational/Hand Therapy
• Women’s Health
• Pediatric Physical Therapy
• Vestibular Rehabilitation
• Spine Control Class
• Performing Arts Rehabilitation

Special Services include:

• TMJ program
• Aquatic Therapy
• Orthotic Fabrication
• Isokinetic Exercise/Testing
• Video Gait Analysis

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