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Physical Therapy

Physical therapy- the science of health restoration

Physical therapy, also known as Physiotherapy is famous across the World. It is an allied approach offering support- health services. It is in practice for centuries. However, its advanced use became world-famous only in the 19th century. Today, it is useful to people of all age groups facing a wide range of conditions. It promises to make your body stronger than ever. 

To begin with, what is physical therapy?

It is a process that helps restore your body’s functional abilities. That is to say, it addresses and treats the illness and injuries of our body with physical methods. It includes exercise, massage, heat treatment, manual therapy, etc. Electric methods are also used in it. 

Now the main aim of it is to promote healing without drugs and surgery. It is scientifically proven to treat and cure various conditions. It improves the body’s ability to move and perform in a better way. All in all, it makes us functionally independent.

Physical therapy is a broad field. It is useful for everyone from a child to an old man. 

How does it work? 

Physical therapy is a clinical practice, and its practitioners are physical therapists. They offer diagnostic and therapeutic health care services. Now, they use certain tests like X-Ray and MRI for diagnosis. Based on this, they offer assistance with specific exercises and therapy. At times, they also conduct individual medical tests. To sum it, they help you achieve a healthy and active lifestyle. 

As the quote says, ” Functional movement is central to what it means to be healthy. 

Up until the early 19 century, PT was limited to exercise and massage treatments. The use of PT increased during the first World war. In 1916, during the polio outbreak, PT became immensely popular. After that, various research centers were established. And the use and research of PT for better functioning of the human body increased. 

Now, PT is a vast body of knowledge. There are various distinct areas which include-

  • Geriatric-

Now, it focuses on issues of old adults. PT offers therapy for various conditions like arthritis, Alzheimer’s, balance disorder, Cancer, hip and joint replacement, etc. Moreover, it has been proven to offer pain relief from such extreme conditions. ‘

  • Pediatrics.

PT is useful for infants and kids as well. It improves the motor skills, balance, strength, and endurance of these young groups. 

  • Orthopedic.

PT manages and treats the disorders of the musculoskeletal system. For instance, they help with sprains, injuries, fractures, back and neck pain, strains, etc. Besides, it also reduces the need for surgery through therapy and exercise.

  • Neurological PT.

It treats and manages the neurological disorders in the body. PT reprogram the nervous system and spinal muscles to manage various conditions. It includes Brain injury, Alzheimer’s, Stroke, Spinal cord injury, chronic back pain, etc. 

  • Cardiovascular physiotherapy.

This field of study helps with heart attacks, fibrosis, and bypass surgery. At times, preventing surgery isn’t a choice. However, PT can help manage these conditions post-surgery in a better way. 

  • Integumentary.

Now, this field is concerned with the treatment of skin. It helps in managing wounds and burns. At times, surgical instruments are used to remove damaged tissues. Further, they help in promoting new tissue growth. 

  • Sports PT.

The use of PT for sports is increasing worldwide. It helps in maintaining the overall fitness of the body. Further, it restores the body movement to normal after injury. Sports PT also counsels in movement assessment. 

Further, the use of PT for improving Women’s health, Back pain, and others are increasing. Moreover, it also shows promising results in the field of Cancer. 

What are the benefits of PT?

  • PT prevents the loss of mobility.
  • It helps in relieving pain.
  • It helps in improving functional abilities.
  • Further, PT improves the overall quality of life. 
  • It minimizes the risk of illness.
  • PT also restores the muscle function back to normalcy.
  • Moreover, it reduces the need for surgery. 
  • It helps in recovery post-surgery.
  •  in managing diabetes. 
  • PT helps with pregnancy health concerns.
  • It maximizes body movement.
  • Helps in recovering severe health concerns. 

As the PT says, “The journey of thousand miles begins with a single step.”

PT helps you take a thousand such steps towards an ideal active lifestyle. 

Are there any limitations to PT?

PT, as a whole, has very few limitations. That is to say, even the restrictions are, in a way, beneficial for your health. For instance, you may experience pain more than usual during the PT. It’s a sign of recovery in many cases. Further, you may experience swelling after the session. It’s normal and nothing to worry about. However, you may lose motivation as the results in many cases may take time to be visible.

All in all, “It’s help. It’s rehabilitation. It feels good.”

To sum it, Physical Therapy is a wellness-oriented program. It’s the science of restoring the body’s natural movements. It’s a health promotional practice with a large untapped potential source. 

 

 

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