Physical therapy restores optimal function by minimizing physical impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities related to congenital and acquired conditions. At Spine and Sports Medicine of HoHoKus our physical therapists help people maintain their health (preventing future deterioration or illness) and make environmental adaptations that enable people to function independently.
Everyone of all ages, from newborn to the very old, has the need to move and function. Our highly trained physical therapists can work with anyone, anytime during their life span. They are experts in how the body moves and works. Sometimes, it is often thought that physical therapists only treat people who are ill or cannot move. But our skilled physical therapists also promote healthy lifestyles and wellness and teach people how to prevent injuries and loss of movement.
There are many ways we can treat our patients. The most well known is through exercise to help a patient who has had surgery or an injury. We may also manipulate or move a joint, massage a muscle, or apply additional therapies, such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, hot packs, and ice.
A person needs physical therapy anytime they have a problem while moving that keeps them from doing their daily living activities. Some of the most common reasons for a person to see a Spine and Sports Medicine of HoHoKus physical therapist include:
- back and neck pain
- problems with the arms, hands, feet, or legs
- arthritis
- heart and stroke rehabilitation
- long term breathing problems
- balance problems
- infant disabilities
- before and after pregnancy
- incontinence
- fitness and wellness education
