We regularly work with patients struggling with pain. Just recently, we helped an older woman manage her knee osteoarthritis and guided a young athlete through post-surgical rehabilitation with drug-free pain management techniques. We’ve addressed headaches, overuse injuries, and even chronic pain. Are you dealing with pain? We’ll find a way to help.
Musculoskeletal pain–such as knee pain, back pain, and so on–might be common, but it doesn’t have to be a fact of life. The physical therapists at Blue Sky Physical Therapy specialize in addressing various types of pain, including pain from injuries, joint conditions, surgery, and more.
We have the training to understand and assess the different causes and sources of pain and the in-depth knowledge to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to your specific needs. From muscle strains to nerve injuries, we can help you regain function and improve your quality of life.
Ready to take control of your pain and start feeling better? Keep reading to learn more about the various pain management techniques we offer at our Denver, CO clinic.
Four Pain Management Techniques We Use at Blue Sky Physical Therapy
Manual Therapy
Manual therapy involves hands-on techniques to manipulate muscles and joints, helping to reduce pain, increase mobility, and promote blood circulation. Manual therapy involves several different techniques, including the following:
- Soft tissue manipulation
- Joint mobilizations and manipulations
- Myofascial release
Pain-Relieving Modalities
These treatments use various technological devices to help reduce pain and promote healing–without invasive procedures or medications. We’ll select the appropriate modality based on your specific condition, ensuring a tailored approach to your pain management and recovery. Here are some examples:
- Ultrasound therapy uses sound waves
- Electrical stimulation uses a mild electrical pulse
- Laser therapy uses light waves
Therapeutic Exercise
Therapeutic is a cornerstone of physical therapy because regular exercise is crucial in managing all types of musculoskeletal pain, from arthritis to sports injuries. We’ll create a personalized exercise program tailored to your specific needs. Here are just a few examples of activities we might include:
- Range of motion exercises to improve movement and function
- Strength-training exercises to build muscles around the affected area, helping to support and stabilize it
- Core strengthening exercises to help improve spinal health and reduce back pain
Patient Education
We don’t just want to mask your pain symptoms–we want to resolve the pain completely! In addition to therapeutic exercise, patient education is essential in accomplishing that goal. We perform comprehensive assessments to help us understand why you’re experiencing pain and then equip you with the tools necessary to address that cause.
Here are just some of the things we might teach you:
- How to improve your posture and maintain good spinal alignment
- How to correct improper body mechanics that might lead to injury
- How to make simple lifestyle adjustments that can have a significant impact
Find Relief with a Comprehensive Pain Management Program
At Blue Sky Physical Therapy, we understand that everyone has different needs. That’s why we blend these various pain management techniques into a comprehensive, customized treatment program.
For example, we might start each session with fifteen minutes of manual therapy to help reduce pain and prepare your body for exercise. If your pain is especially intense, we might supplement it with pain-relieving modalities appropriate for your condition.
Once you’re ready, we’ll guide you through your targeted exercises. If you’re still early in your pain management journey, we might focus on mobility work and simple muscle activation exercises. If you’re further along, we might utilize resistance training.
And, of course, we’ll incorporate tips and strategies throughout the program to help you get the most out of your treatment.
Ready to take a proactive approach to managing your pain? Schedule an initial assessment at our Denver, CO clinic today to get started!
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