Physical Therapy Isn't Just For Pain

You know that physical activity is good for you. The benefits are well researched and the list is impressive. Here's just a sampling:

• Releases endorphins to make you feel good and fight depression

• Prevents diseases like stroke, diabetes and some forms of cancer

• Improves sleep

• Helps you live longer

Recent studies even show that physical activity strengthens your immune system, with a protective effect against COVID, and that staying active through middle age protects your brain as you age.

Physical activity is a wonder drug. If it was a pill, you'd buy it and take it every day. But even though activity is free, fewer than 25% of Americans meet the CDC recommendations for activity.

Physical Therapists Are The Experts in Human Movement

To be active, you need to be able to move. Physical Therapists do more than help you recover from surgeries or major injuries. They are the experts in human movement. Your PT can help you with every aspect of movement including strength, range of motion, flexibility, endurance, balance and coordination.

As medical professionals, Physical Therapists can help you with more than injuries. Your PT can work with your doctor to use activity to manage things like diabetes, cholesterol levels or blood pressure. Your PT is also trained to work with people of all ages, so you can develop a long-term relationship and they can continue to adjust and modify your routine as you age or your goals change.

Stay Healthy For Life

Staying active has a long list of benefits both now and in the future. But you may not be moving enough to make the most of those benefits. Most people need support and guidance. Physical therapists can help keep you healthy now and in the future. So don't think of your PT as someone you see when you need help with pain or an injury. Think of them as your partner and coach. working to help you stay healthy for life.