AzOPT Physical therapy (PT) is an often misunderstood healthcare field, and misconceptions about it can prevent people from seeking the care they need. Many believe PT is only for athletes, equate it to a massage, or think they can find equivalent solutions online. In reality, physical therapy offers specialized, evidence-based care tailored to individual needs…
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Features, December 2023
2 Your Health: Should I Start Physical Therapy Before Surgery?
AzOPT Goodyear We hear it all the time—“I’m having surgery anyways,” “I’ll wait until after surgery,” or “It hurts to move now so you can’t really help me.” But the truth is, pre-operative rehabilitation (or pre-hab), can be just as important as the surgery. Read on to find out the benefits of pre-hab! What is pre–hab?…