Overview
Stages of Recovery
With Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
The stages of recovery with physical therapy and rehabilitation provide a structured framework to guide individuals through their healing process. Here’s an overview of each stage and its purpose:
Treatment Approaches
Joint Mobilization
A manual therapy technique aimed at improving the movement of a joint by applying controlled pressure or movement.
Muscle Energy Technique
A form of manual therapy where the patient uses muscle contractions to improve joint mobility and muscle flexibility.
Neuromuscular Re-education
Exercises and techniques designed to retrain the nervous system to improve movement, coordination, and motor control.
Therapeutic Exercise
Planned physical activities designed to improve strength, flexibility, endurance, and overall function.
Gait Training
Exercises and techniques to improve walking patterns, balance, and mobility, particularly after an injury or surgery.
Balance Training
Exercises to improve stability and prevent falls by strengthening muscles and enhancing coordination.
Fall Prevention
Strategies and exercises aimed at reducing the risk of falls by improving strength, balance, and mobility.
Kinesio Taping
A technique using elastic therapeutic tape applied to the body to support muscles, reduce pain, and improve circulation.
Manual Therapy
Hands-on techniques, such as massage or manipulation, to relieve pain, improve range of motion, and restore function.
Myofascial Release
A technique that targets muscle tissue and fascia (connective tissue) to release tightness and alleviate pain or restrictions.
Therapeutic Massage
A type of massage used to relax muscles, reduce pain, improve circulation, and enhance healing.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
A structured recovery program designed to restore strength, mobility, and function after surgery.
Vestibular Rehabilitation
A specialized therapy focused on improving balance and reducing dizziness or vertigo caused by inner ear issues.
