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Category: physical therapy

Should You Work Out Before Or After Physical Therapy?

Should You Work Out Before Or After Physical Therapy?

It is important to talk to your physical therapist regarding when and if you should work out, as it may inhibit your recovery from injury. It is more common for your physical therapist to recommend working out after physical therapy…
How Often Do You Do Physical Therapy Exercises?

How Often Do You Do Physical Therapy Exercises?

The frequency at which physical therapy exercises are performed is at the discretion of your physical therapist as well as you, the patient. Under the care of a competent physical therapist, it is best to complete your exercises as prescribed…
Should You Push Through Pain In Physical Therapy?

Should You Push Through Pain In Physical Therapy?

Sometimes pushing through pain in physical therapy may be beneficial. Pain is a very complex experience that can be influenced by physiological and psychological components. It is important to be under the guidance of a licensed physical therapist to help…
Does Physical Therapy Increase Muscle Mass?

Does Physical Therapy Increase Muscle Mass?

Resistance training is utilized in physical therapy to improve neuromuscular control, muscular strength, and muscle mass. Pain may often present itself secondary to muscular weakness. Increasing muscle mass and strength may help decrease pain and increase function.
Can You Overdo Physical Therapy?

Can You Overdo Physical Therapy?

It is possible to overdo physical therapy. Tissues will get injured if the stress overloads the tissue tolerance. It is important to talk to your physical therapist about your plan of care.
Does PT Get You In Shape?

Does PT Get You In Shape?

Physical therapy gets you in shape. Physical therapy involves exercises that may help strengthen your muscles, give you more range of motion, and/or increase your endurance. Physical therapy helps you get back to the things you were doing before the…
Do You Lift Weights At Physical Therapy?

Do You Lift Weights At Physical Therapy?

Yes, lifting weights is a part of physical therapy. Pain and movement dysfunction may stem from weakness in particular muscle groups. Lifting weights is how we get stronger and may be your ticket to getting out of pain.