Physical therapy aids patients of all ages that have medical conditions, illnesses or injuries that restrict their regular ability to move and function.

People are able to return to their former state of health by following a customized manual therapy programme. It encourages the change in lifestyle and physical activity which can help prevent injuries and boost overall wellbeing. Primary care doctors often refer patients to physical therapy when they first notice the onset of an issue because it is regarded as a conservative approach to managing issues. Are you wondering what makes physical therapy so crucial? Here are 10 ways that physical therapy can help you to celebrate October's Physical Therapy Month.

Reduce or eliminate pain

Manual therapy techniques, such as massages and therapeutic exercises , such as joint and soft-tissue mobilization or treatments like ultrasound, tapping or electrical stimulation, can ease pain and restore joint function. Such therapies can also stop pain from recurring.

Prevent operation

If physical therapy can help in reducing pain or healing from an injury, surgery might not be necessary. Even if surgery is required there is a chance that you can be able to benefit from pre-surgery physical therapy. If you are going into an operation stronger and more in shape and healthier, you'll recover quicker following the procedure in many cases. Avoiding surgery can also reduce your health care costs.

More mobility

Physical therapy is a fantastic alternative for those who have trouble standing, walking, or moving around. Stretching and strengthening exercises can aid in restoring your mobility. A physical therapist can fit patients with crutches, canes, or any other aids and can prescribe orthotics. With the help of a customized care program, every activity that is important to an individual's life can be mastered and modified to ensure maximum performance and safety.

Recovery from stroke

It's common to lose some amount of movement and function after stroke. Physical therapy can help strengthen weaker parts of the body, improve gait, and balance. Physical therapists can also improve stroke patients' capacity to move and transfer in bed , so they can live more independently within their homes, and less burdened by taking care of bathing, toileting dressing, and other aspects of daily living.

To prevent or recover from an injury from sports.

Physical therapists are aware of the dangers of injury that different sports pose, such as strain fractures for distance runners. They can design the most appropriate rehabilitation or prevention plans for you to ensure your safety when returning to the sport you enjoy.

Balance and preventing Falls and balance

If you are about to begin shoulder pain therapy, you will get screened for fall risk. If you're at a high chance of falling, your therapist will give you exercises that are safe and carefully challenge your balance in order to simulate real-world situations. Therapists can also assist you with exercises that improve coordination as well as assistive devices to aid in safe walking. When balance issues are caused by a problem in the vestibular system of a person Physical therapists can carry out specific movements that help restore proper vestibular functioning, and reduce and eliminate symptoms of dizziness or vertigo.

Treat vascular diseases and diabetes

As part of a treatment plan for diabetes, exercise can help effectively control blood sugar levels. People with diabetes might experience issues with their legs and feet. They can be assisted by physical therapists to learn the proper care for feet and avoid any future issues.

Age-related issues can be managed

As individuals age, they might develop osteoporosis or arthritis or need the replacement of a joint. Physical therapists are able to assist patients with joint replacements and manage osteoporotic and arthritic conditions.

Control heart and lung disease.

Patients are able to undergo cardiac rehabilitation following a procedure or heart attack. But, you might also be receiving therapeutic massage therapy if your day-to-day functioning has been affected. If you suffer from pulmonary issues physical therapy may improve the quality of your life by training, strengthening and breathing exercises, and assist patients in removing fluid from the lung.

Manage Women's Health and other issues

Women are prone to health issues that are specific to them including post-partum and pregnancy care. Physical therapists are able to provide specific treatment for concerns that affect women's health. Additionally, PT can provide specialized treatment for Bowel incontinence and constipation, breast cancer, fibromyalgia, lymphedema, male pelvic health, pelvic pain and urinary incontinence.