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Movement is essential to daily life, but pain, injury, or health conditions can make it difficult. The board-certified orthopedic team at Austin Sports Medicine has expertise in physical therapy, helping patients restore strength, flexibility, and mobility through targeted exercises and hands-on treatments. Whether you’re recovering from surgery, managing chronic pain, or preventing future injuries, call or book an appointment online to find out if physical therapy is right for you. They have locations in Austin, Bee Cave, Cedar Park, and Pflugerville, Texas. Call the friendly office staff or use the online booking feature today.
Physical Therapy
What is physical therapy?
Physical therapy (PT) focuses on improving your movement, reducing pain, and restoring function through targeted exercises, manual therapy, and specialized treatments. It helps you recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, and prevent further physical impairments.
The Austin Sports Medicine team has the expertise to develop a personalized treatment plan based on your needs, goals, and physical limitations.
What issues can physical therapy address?
Physical therapy can help with many conditions, including:
- Musculoskeletal injuries (sprains, strains, fractures, and postsurgical rehabilitation)
- Joint pain and arthritis
- Back and neck pain (herniated discs, sciatica, and poor posture)
- Neurological conditions (stroke recovery, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis)
- Sports injuries
- Postsurgical rehabilitation
Physical therapy can also help with balance and mobility issues, especially if you’re at risk of falls or deal with conditions like vertigo.
How does physical therapy work?
Your Austin Sports Medicine providers recommend physical therapy using techniques to improve movement, reduce pain, and restore strength. Common treatment methods include:
- Therapeutic exercises: strengthening, stretching, and mobility exercises to enhance movement and stability
- Manual therapy: hands-on techniques such as massage, joint mobilization, and soft tissue manipulation to relieve pain and improve flexibility
- Movement training: teaches proper body mechanics to prevent further injury
- Education and home exercise programs: for maintaining progress outside of therapy sessions
It may also include heat, ice, ultrasound, or electrical stimulation to reduce pain and inflammation.
Is physical therapy painful?
Physical therapy aims to relieve pain, not cause it. Some discomfort may occur, especially when working through stiffness or recovering from an injury. However, your Austin Sports Medicine therapists tailor treatments to your tolerance, ensuring a safe and effective approach. Any mild soreness usually fades as strength and mobility improve over time.
When will I experience the benefits of physical therapy?
The timeline for seeing results varies based on your condition and how you respond to therapy. Some patients experience relief within a few sessions, while others may need several weeks or months for significant improvement.
Staying consistent and adhering to your treatment plan, including home exercises, are a must for achieving the best results.
Schedule a consultation at Austin Sports Medicine to find out if physical therapy can benefit your condition. Call or book an appointment online now.
What Sets Us Apart
In order to provide the best care for our clients, our therapists are provided with the educational support to further their skills and specializations. Our PTs and PTAs are provided with opportunities to seek board accreditation and professional certifications to make them the best in their field, along with mentorship from our most experienced therapists and physicians. While fostering clinical skills is an imperative part of becoming an expert therapist, Austin Sports Medicine also acknowledges the interpersonal expertise required to effectively treat a person, not just their injury. Our staff prides personability, customer service, and patient experience as an integral part of the elite, evidence-based, orthopedic treatment we provide.