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Move Better, Live Better:
Chronic Pain Therapy That Works
Living with chronic pain can feel overwhelming—limiting your movements, disrupting your career, and impacting your happiness. If medications aren’t providing lasting relief, there’s hope with physical therapy.
In the search for alternatives, physical therapy has emerged as a solution to address the source of chronic pain, minimize symptoms and improve movement. Here’s what you need to know about chronic pain and how physical therapy can help.
What Is Chronic Pain and Why Does It Persist?
There are two categories of pain: acute and chronic. Typically arising from an injury, symptoms of acute pain fade over time. By contrast, chronic pain does not always have a clear cause. In some cases, the body recovered from an injury but the pain persists while in others, no tissue damage occurred but an achy or throbbing sensation remains constant.
As medical professionals learn more about chronic pain, its source may trace back to how the brain and nervous system process signals of discomfort. Oftentimes, the nervous system creates a feedback loop that, regardless of tissue injury, tells the brain that the body is in pain.
Chronic pain may also be a side effect of an underlying, untreated medical condition like diabetic neuropathy, arthritis or fibromyalgia.
The effects of chronic pain are far reaching, potentially contributing to:
- Decreased or restricted physical activity
- Higher rates of job loss and limited prospects
- Financial strain
- Anxiety, depression and other mental health challenges
- Disability
- Muscle and joint stiffness
- Circulation issues
- Loss of energy and increased fatigue
- Weight gain
- High blood pressure
- Increased medication use
Fortunately, chronic pain doesn’t have to define your life. Physical therapy can address these challenges and help you regain control.
How Physical Therapy Provides Relief for Chronic Pain
According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), over 25 percent of people in the U.S. live with chronic pain. The goals of physical therapy include addressing its triggers, improving movement and lessening discomfort.
A physical therapist will perform an exam and use the results to create an individualized plan to:
- Understand the root cause of your chronic pain and identify triggers.
- Improve circulation and keep your body moving with strength and flexibility exercises.
- Reduce discomfort through hands-on manual therapy techniques.
- Enhance daily movement by improving posture, body mechanics, and habits that worsen pain.
What to Expect During Chronic Pain Physical Therapy
Your physical therapy plan is tailored to your needs, with proven methods to help you move better and feel stronger. During your sessions, your therapist may recommend:
- Low-impact exercises to ease movement without straining your joints.
- Targeted strengthening exercises to support areas where you feel pain.
- Gentle stretching to enhance flexibility and boost circulation.
- Heat and ice therapy to reduce inflammation and relieve discomfort.
- Massage therapy to improve blood flow and relax tight muscles.
- Dry needling for lasting relief from muscle knots, trigger points, and tension.
Ready to take the first step toward lasting relief? Our compassionate team is here to guide you every step of the way to a more active, pain-free life.
FAQs About Physical Therapy for Chronic Pain
Q: Can physical therapy cure chronic pain?
A: While physical therapy cannot always eliminate chronic pain, it can significantly reduce symptoms, improve mobility, and enhance your quality of life by addressing its underlying causes.
Q: How long does it take to see results from physical therapy for chronic pain?
A: Results vary by individual. Many people start noticing improvements after a few sessions, but significant progress may take several weeks to months, depending on the severity of the pain and consistency with therapy.
Q: Will physical therapy hurt?
A: Some exercises may initially feel uncomfortable as your body adjusts, but your therapist will tailor the plan to your comfort level, focusing on gentle, effective technique
Q: What types of chronic pain can physical therapy treat?
A: Physical therapy can address pain from conditions like arthritis, fibromyalgia, nerve damage, back pain, and injuries. Your therapist will customize a plan for your unique situation.
Take the First Step Toward Lasting Pain Relief!
Contact Integrated Rehab today for a personalized physical therapy consultation. Our experts are here to help you move better, feel stronger, and enjoy life without limitations.