Every year 50% of Americans over the age of 18 experience a musculoskeletal injury that lasts for more than 3 months. The most common problems reported by people are back and neck pain, work-related injuries, arthritis and osteoporosis. There is no doubt that musculoskeletal problems are one of the leading causes for physical disability in Americans today.
Every year 50% of Americans over the age of 18 experience a musculoskeletal injury that lasts for more than 3 months. The most common problems reported by people are back and neck pain, work-related injuries, arthritis and osteoporosis. There is no doubt that musculoskeletal problems are one of the leading causes for physical disability in Americans today.
Every year 50% of Americans over the age of 18 experience a musculoskeletal injury that lasts for more than 3 months. The most common problems reported by people are back and neck pain, work-related injuries, arthritis and osteoporosis. There is no doubt that musculoskeletal problems are one of the leading causes for physical disability in Americans today. Furthermore, these problems are linked to increasing, substantial economic healthcare costs. Despite that, physical therapy (PT) is not the first solution that comes to mind when a person experiences a musculoskeletal problem such as pelvic pain or discomfort caused by one’s bowels. You would instantly think of going to your general physician for some “quick” relief through medication. Or chances are you do not know that pelvic physical therapists even exist!
Physical Therapy Misunderstood
It is well known that a consumer/patient’s perception about PT is that of a therapy that is advised along with other kind of care. No one thinks of it as a solution in itself. For example, women would not consider PT for problems they encounter postpartum even though pelvic floor muscle PT can help them restore their health. In fact, many European countries, like France and England, have made PT mandatory for postpartum women.
Even when a specialist/physician prescribes PT, only 30% people attend all of their sessions. Most of the time this happens because patients think of PT as a side rather than the main course. They think it is optional once they feel a little better and basically that it does less than other kinds of care in the long run. For people who are new to PT it could be how healthcare is perceived in America (with allopathy seen as the most “effective”). On the other hand, for those who have had PT experience have actively learned from their therapist and have applied what they have learned.
Sustainable Physical Therapy
Compliance in PT goes beyond just attending the sessions assigned to you by your therapist. An enthusiastic physical therapist will help you make healthy lifestyle changes outside of the therapy space and that is one of the things that patients either do not experience or do not work towards. As the best kind of PT focuses on lifestyle change and its relationship to making you feel better, sustainable behavior change is critical. The therapists at Classic Rehabilitation believe in taking you towards a healthier and high quality lifestyle through our relationship with you. Whether you are a sports enthusiast, a hard working employee or an aging person who likes enjoying life through outdoor activities, we believe in strengthening you (inside and outside) to pursue your goals. At Classic Rehabilitation we also believe in educating our patients in all aspects of their injury, disease, condition, therapy and rehabilitation. We work with you to achieve healthy behavioral change so that you can manage your musculoskeletal difficulties independently. To learn more about our Arlington, Bedford and Grand Prairie physical therapy programs, please contact Classic Rehabilitation today.
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