Physical therapy is focused on helping patients move properly and manage their pain as they recover from an injury or surgery. Occupational therapists help patients regain or develop the skills to do everyday activities like bathing or getting dressed in the morning. 

Your goal when you have surgery is to improve mobility. However, after surgery, you likely find that you are moving a bit slower than before the procedure. Physical therapy can help improve power, mobility, and flexibility by getting you moving in a safe and controlled manner with the help of an experienced physical therapist.

Working with a physical therapist can help reduce swelling and inflammation following your surgery and put you on track to get moving at your best. 

Most insurance policies will require patients to have a referral from a medical provider or chiropractor prior to seeing a physical therapist. We recommend you obtain a referral, either from one of our providers or a provider at another facility before you start physical therapy.  

By first seeing a medical provider or chiropractor you can find out if you are a good candidate for physical therapy. They will serve as another beneficial resource in your care plan. The multi-discipline approach of Integracare allows our physical therapists to consult directly with their colleagues in our family practice and chiropractic department if they have questions about your care history. This streamlined approach to care helps keep all parties better informed about your recovery progress.