Physical Therapy

What is physical therapy?

Physical therapy helps you heal after injury, maintain your well-being, and move better. You can use physical therapy services to:

• Reduce pain
• Improve movement patterns
• Restore function
• Heal from injuries or prevent them
• Manage chronic conditions like arthritis or neurological disorders
• Recover from surgery or accidents

Licensed physical therapists create your personalized care plan, using stretches, heat or cold therapy, joint mobilization, and strengthening exercises to help you achieve your goals.

What is unique about this physical therapy program?

The Texas Health Care Fort Worth’s Bone & Joint Clinic staff has over 40 years of combined clinical experience and sees thousands of new patients annually, so that you can be confident you’re in good hands.

They not only treat general musculoskeletal injuries but also provide athletic training and rehabilitation to numerous touring productions and performing arts programs, including the Texas Ballet Theater and Metropolitan Classical Ballet.

The Women’s Services Program gives you access to a women’s health-certified provider who focuses on issues specific to women, including prepartum and postpartum pelvic alignment dysfunction.

What can I expect from a physical therapy program?

Your care is always tailored to your needs. Your provider starts with a thorough examination. They’ll check your strength, range of motion, and joint mobility. They might also evaluate your pain and neurological function, balance, and cardiovascular performance.

Depending on your needs, your treatment plan can include:

• Balance and gait training
• Muscle retraining
• Heat or cold therapy
• Strengthening exercises
• Massage therapy
• Pain management strategies
• Flexibility and mobility exercises

If you’re a throwing athlete, the team performs an extensive biomechanical analysis to identify the kinds of errors that contribute to chronic shoulder and elbow injuries. They provide graduated throwing programs so that you can get back to playing as quickly as it’s safe to do so.

For athletes or individuals who struggle with foot pain or pain in their lower extremities, the team uses corrective orthotics to provide affordable relief by identifying and correcting underlying problems.

Whether you’re recovering from surgery or want to support an active lifestyle, the skilled team combines their expertise with your passion to deliver the best possible outcome. Book a physical therapy consultation today by calling the nearest office or clicking the online scheduler now.