A physical therapist is a health care professional trained in the function and movement of the human body. The primary aim is to treat each individual patient to improve and regain their normal body function and mobility and reduce and relieve pain. Physical Therapy often eliminates reliance on prescription drugs, the need for surgery and allows patients to manage with a disability.

A physical therapist examines, evaluates, treats and creates an effective recovery plan designed for each patient’s specific, unique needs.

Physical Therapy Benefits

• Improve Mobility & Motion
• Avoid Surgery & Prescription Drugs
• Shorten Recovery Time after Injury, Disease, Surgery or Medical Condition
• Relieve Pain
• Improve Flexibility, Balance & Movement
• Build Strength
• Promote Healing
• Prevent Future Injury & Disability
• Enhance Overall Fitness & Performance
• Effectively Aid through Education to Obtain Patient Mobility Goals

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In the summertime months, more people enjoy the warm weather and spend additional time out of doors. Unfortunately, summer fun can make you more prone to a sprain, strain or fracture of the ankle. Many clients visit Active Rehab Center after tripping on uneven pavement during a walk or injuring their ankle while jogging or playing a pick-up game.

A licensed professional at Active Rehab Center will create a personalized plan to initiate range of motion exercises, mobilize, and manipulate the ankle joint post injury allowing you the best outcome to improve your function. Proper treatment, rehabilitation and incorporating strength training is of profound importance in preventing future injuries as your ankle is now more susceptible.

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