• A thorough examination that includes
assessing the quality and quantity of your
movements, and any movement behaviors
that might put you at risk for delayed
recovery.
• Tests to identify signs or symptoms that
could indicate a serious health problem,
such as broken bones or cancer.
will set realistic expectations for recovery, with or without
opioids.
Physical therapists help you help yourself. Physical
therapists empower you to be an active participant in
your own treatment. Depending on the severity of your
pain, your therapist may work collaboratively with other
health professionals to ensure a comprehensive course
of treatment.
Physical therapy is cost effective. A recent study shows
patients with LBP who consult physical therapists early
in their treatment processes incur lower out-of-pocket
An active treatment plan from a physical therapist can medical costs, with less probability of accruing expenses
help you improve your mobility while managing your associated with opioid prescriptions, advanced imaging
pain, whereas opioids only mask the sensation of pain. services or emergency room visits.
• Assessment of how you use your body at
work, home, during sports and at leisure.
Here are four reasons to choose physical
therapy for your back pain: Physical therapy is accessible. You do not need a physician
referral to access physical therapists’ services in the U.S.
Physical therapy is a safe and effective alternative to
opioids. While doctor-prescribed opioids are appropriate
in some cases, choosing a safer alternative, like physical
therapy, eliminates the risk of misuse and avoids the
potential negative side effects. Your physical therapist When it comes to your health, you have a choice. Choose
more movement and better health - choose physical
therapy. To find more information and a physical therapist
in your area, visit MoveForwardPT.com.
Choose expert
OB-GYN care in your
neighborhood .
Call (321) 841-3724 to schedule
an appointment.
Or visit OrlandoHealth.com/WestOrlando
to browse our other physicians
in West Orlando.
José Llinas Messeguer,MD
OB-GYN
Orlando Health –
Health Central Hospital
Ocoee
Speaks Spanish
Katherine Bautista, DO
OB-GYN
Orlando Health ER
and Medical Pavilion –
Horizon West, Winter Garden
Shereen Oloufa, MD
OB-GYN
Orlando Health
Physician Associates
1134 Kelton Ave., Ocoee
Speaks Arabic
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