Enhancing Joint Mobility With Physical Therapy

Are you someone who struggles with daily bouts of stiff joints? If this sounds like you, it’s easy to assume the best thing you can do is rest your joints as often as possible. Although it may seem counterintuitive, too much rest will only further the issue at hand. At Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions, our team can help with this problem. We’ll provide you with physical therapy sessions needed for you to improve mobility and restore your quality of life.

Causes Of Joint Stiffness

When it comes to joint stiffness, there are a variety of reasons that can be affecting you. Fortunately, here at Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions, we are well versed in treating all of the most common causes. The following are a few examples of the conditions our team can help with treating:

• Rheumatoid arthritis.
• Osteoarthritis.
• Lupus.
• Bursitis.
• Gout.

What Is Physical Therapy?

Those who face daily bouts with joint stiffness can find their condition improved from physical therapy sessions with our team. This type of treatment involves stretching and strengthening exercises to promote healing from within the affected area. A full assessment of your condition will be made before determining what exercises will work best for you. However, there are other aspects to physical therapy other than physical activities. Any of the below may also be included to help with your joint mobility:

• Massage therapy.
• Heat and cold therapy.
• Electronic muscle stimulation.   

The Benefits Of Physical Therapy

Depending on the condition you are currently dealing with, various symptoms can be causing your joint stiffness. Fortunately, one of the benefits of physical therapy is the wide range of injuries and symptoms it can treat. By coming in for treatment, you’ll reap the additional services that physical therapy brings, including:

• Reduced inflammation.
• Elimination of pain.
• Improved strength.
• Increased flexibility and range of motion.

Schedule An Appointment

At Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions, we’ll bring the treatment you need right to your door. When you’re dealing with joint stiffness, don’t sit around and hope it will go away on its own. To schedule your much-needed appointment for physical therapy, please don’t hesitate to contact our team today.