What is Orthopedic Physical Therapy?
Orthopedic physical therapy refers to a branch of physical therapy that focuses on musculoskeletal injuries and disorders. Musculoskeletal injuries are any injury that affects muscles, bones, nerves, tendons, and ligaments. At South Florida Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab, we specialize in the evaluation and treatment of active adults and adolescents with musculoskeletal injuries and pain. Our Doctors of Physical Therapy are highly skilled in the treatment of both surgical and non-surgical MSK injuries.
Common orthopedic surgeries we treat include, but are not limited to:
What is musculoskeletal pain?
Musculoskeletal pain refers to chronic or acute pain associated with tissue trauma, overuse, dysfunctional movement patterns, or normal age-related processes. At SoFlo PT we understand the body is a complex kinetic chain of moving parts that are highly dependent on one another. Our goal is to minimize your pain while addressing the underlying cause to optimize movement and function. Each plan of care is uniquely designed to address your specific needs. We combine patient education, manual therapy, corrective exercise, and progressive resistance training to improve joint mobility, increase strength and function, and decrease pain.
Common musculoskeletal pain conditions we treat include, but are not limited to:
If you are experiencing pain and ready for a change, call our office today to schedule an appointment with one of our Doctors of Physical Therapy to begin your movement journey. Not sure if your injury or pain fits our scope of practice? Leave a comment below and we will guide you in the right direction.